Bullish Thinking Contributor(s): Cass, Alden (Author), Shaw, Brian F. (Author), LeBlanc, Sydney (Author) |
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ISBN: 0470137703 ISBN-13: 9780470137703 Publisher: Wiley OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2008 Annotation: Practical and profitable strategies for dealing with the intense emotional challenges in today's highly competitive world of finance and investing Financial advisors and brokers work in high-stress environments, so it's important for them to have insights into their feelings as well as the ability to develop coping mechanisms. Failing to do so could lead to serious setbacks such as depression, anxiety, burnout, drug and alcohol addiction, damage to their productivity at work, and even suicide. Bullish Thinking finally gives these individuals a guide for surviving and succeeding against the odds in a competitive marketplace. Filled with in-depth insights, strategies, case studies, and expert advice, this book shows brokers how to recognize the warning signs associated with "under the radar" psychological stressors found in their fast-paced environment, and introduces proactive strategies that will help them survive and thrive during even the toughest times. Dr. Alden Cass (New York, NY) is a licensed clinical psychologist and performance coach for competitive executives, athletes, and musicians. He is President and Chief Consultant of Catalyst Strategies Group, a team of psychologists specializing in coaching financial services executives and individuals performing under stressful job conditions. Dr. Brian F. Shaw, PhD (Toronto, ON, Canada) is a professor of psychiatry and public health science, a clinical psychologist, and one of the originators of applied cognitive-behavior therapy. Sydney LeBlanc (San Diego, CA) is a 30-year financial services industry journalist, publisher, and author, as well as the Director of The FisherLeBlanc Group. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Business & Economics | Investments & Securities - General |
Dewey: 332.62 |
LCCN: 2008002512 |
Physical Information: 0.59" H x 6" W x 8.97" (0.55 lbs) 208 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Bullish Thinking is packed with hard-hitting true stories of financial professionals who have faced the many job stressors that fill this competitive industry. In it, you'll learn how to identify particular problems and initiate the process of getting help, all while reading in-depth case studies and extensive examples that exemplify the obstacles you may face. Throughout the book, the authors take the time to introduce you to action-oriented approaches that will help you survive and thrive during even the toughest times. |