Review by Countbell_blue -- The Pro-Achievement Principle

[Countbell_blue]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Pro-Achievement Principle" by Dr. Deborah Bright.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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The book, “The Pro-Achievement Principle,” by Deb Bright is the presentation of an innovative perspective on how to commit to a consistent mental attitude that distinctly improves the value of results delivered in an organization. It focuses upon the principle of responsibleness which places responsibility upon each individual to proactively assess how they can draw the most out of every situation. Deb explains that responsibleness captures the idea that every individual can markedly increase the effectiveness of their work by defining their span of control, and resourcefully initiating action while collaborating effectively with others to deliver quality service.

There were several aspects of this book that I appreciated. The author uses a variety of down-to-earth teaching methods, inspiration quotes, and real- life scenarios that provided the reader with a broad enough perspective to help them quickly grasp the books main concepts. It especially provides practical tools that a manager or supervisor can integrate into their current framework of decision-making. There are several immediate applications of the book’s material, such as interview questions, that provide valuable feedback from the interview process in assessing a prospective candidate for hire. The bulleted lists, at the conclusion of each chapter, offer a practical medium that helps teach pro-achievement principles to employees. The illustrative material is relatable to the experiences of someone who oversees the work of others while likewise serving to help anyone who wants to see greater results in their life.

There was one concern I had with the book. While the majority of the its content was plainly written with conventional words, there were a few occasions where the author used uncommon ones that sent me scrambling to a dictionary for clarification. This created a halt to the flow of my reading experience. When looking at the definitions of these words, I saw there were simpler ones that could have been inserted in the place of those chosen to give immediate clarity. In studying this tendency, I also give allowance that some readers may immediately recognize the words used, and gain a higher appreciation for the idea being expressed. For me though, it simply interrupted what otherwise was an easy read.

Nonetheless, I decided to give this book 4 out of 4 stars . It was well edited as there were no noticeable grammar, or punctuation errors. It clearly defined its main concept, and illustrated it through a variety of illustrative material. The reading experience was generally smooth because it was written with smooth flow, and simple sentence structure. It was also free of profanity or vulgarity, and therefore is appropriate for any audience. The bottom line is that it simply delivered what it promised.

While this book would be of most interest to those overseeing the work of others in a business setting, it could also serve to help a participant in any organization to help them contribute greater value through their efforts. Additionally, it can help anyone who simply wants to create a better quality of life for themselves. Although the information shared is primarily focused on business settings, its core message can be used to improve the quality of life for anyone looking to maximize their potential.

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[Francis Aderogbin]

Weldon. I love the fact that the book delivered its promise. the real-life case study is a hit for me.

[John Owen]

Seems a nice book despite the use of complicated words. Nice review!

[John Owen]

Seems a nice book despite the use of complicated words. Nice review!

Weldon. I love the fact that the book delivered its promise. the real-life case study is a hit for me.

Me too!