HOW WORK WORKS The Subtle Science of Getting Ahead Without Losing Yourself

In this well-informed collection of research and practical advice, an expert on organizational life explains how to navigate the informal systems in any workplace. In a lower-register voice, actor and filmmaker Siho Ellsmore narrates with authority that fits the depth and credibility of this writing. When notes of passion are heard in her delivery, they sound authentic and always proportional to the varying intensity of the author's points. King's astute grasp of the complexity of today's workplaces includes observations about the dramatic changes we've seen in technology, diversification, remote working, and the move away from hierarchies. Her suggestions build on the emotional intelligence playbook and gain impact from the author's humanitarian leanings as much as the way she integrates can-do ideas and energy. T.W. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2023]