Conquering corporate codependence Book

Far too many of today's workers have come to depend on the corporation not only for their financial security, but for their social, emotional, and psychological needs as well. In an age of large-scale layoffs, downsizing, and dwindling corporate loyalty to employees, this unhealthy codependence has left millions paralyzed with the fear of losing their jobs. Even more serious is the loss of identity and self-esteem that often accompanies unemployment. In Conquering Corporate Codependence, corporate expert and futurist Carolyn Corbin presents the first thorough examination of this growing problem - and a prescription for its cure, including the 5 crucial lifeskills of tracking, resourcing, futuring, balancing, and optimizing. Anyone who has suffered the stress and anxiety of losing a job or who fears he or she may face a layoff will find this book invaluable. It offers practical advice and cutting edge strategies and tools for surviving and prospering in the new corporate America. For example, Conquering Corporate Codependence shows you how to master the 5 lifeskills now essential for taking charge of your career whether you continue to work for a corporation or you start your own business; tested methods for taking control of events that appear to be uncontrollable and dealing with uncertainty and change; how to function as an indipreneur, with the skills to "do more with less" and effectively handle new responsibilities; special techniques for becoming more creative, innovative, and analytical in solving business problems; 8 easy methods to increase your confidence, boost your self-reliance, and turn weaknesses into strengths; simple ways to balance the 4 critical areas of your life - career, finances, self, and relationships - to achieve greater personal happiness and career success. Plus, dozens of self-quizzes, questionnaires, how-to exercises, and case histories of people who have broken free of their dependence on the corporation help you take your future