Smart Thinking: How to live, think and work even better

About this book

You are living proof that you are already a smart thinker – you’ve navigated life well enough to have survived so far. From the author of Smart Leadership, Smart Thinking gives you the tools to be an even smarter thinker so that you can thrive, not just survive, in a challenging world. Smart Thinking focuses on common thinking challenges – both rational and emotional – and gives you an array of practical solutions, helping you deal with unexpected problems and difficult decisions simply and effectively. From getting the best out of others, to thinking more creatively about financial struggles, Jo Owen tackles 42 of the most common 'thinking' challenges that can derail even the best-laid plans and intentions. Be more decisive in the face of uncertainty, make better decisions for you and your colleagues, and tackle any of the unexpected problems that our busy work lives can throw at us, with Smart Thinking. Packed with original research and cases, Smart Thinking might not only entertain you – it might just change your life. Review Smart Thinking is a treasure. His observations and experiences are born from a career and life of risk taking, being hungry for growth and learning, and Jo is driven to share as all great leaders are. I will return to this book often. -- Andrew G Smith ― Performing Arts Manager. Banff, Canada A tremendous reference for those seeking to navigate, not just survive. So much thoughtful perspective and useable advice. Smart Thinking gives the reader the strength to climb, the calm to descend, the patience to start again, and the hope to arrive. It bestows the balance to live our life. -- Andra Mocanu ― Credit Consultant. Monza, Italy The resource you need to live better and smarter is somewhere between the covers of this book. -- John Malitoris ― Executive Coach. North Carolina, USA Smart Thinking offers insights to help create optimistic, brave spaces essential for lifelong learners in the digital age. -- Shadab Ahmed ― Social Worker. Delhi, India This book needs to be prescribed to everyone. Go forth to train your brain for a happier and healthier life. -- Charlie Steel ― Headhunter. Lockerbie, Scotland Jo's book is full of practical pieces of wisdom which can cut through the fog of infomania and give us contentment and success. -- Gerry Griffin ― Businessperson Coach. Cavan, Ireland With an easy-to-read style and a dose of humour, Smart Thinking provides practical steps to help you navigate a much better life. -- John Harrison ― Business Leader. Little Rock, Arkansas A book full of nuggets of wisdom enabling you to make good life choices and set you up for happiness. -- Sander der Herder ― Deal Maker. Switzerland & Netherlands Positivity jumps out of this book from when you start to read it. Smart Thinking helped me focus on what's important both personally and professionally. -- Oliver Roche ― Entrepreneur. Malaysia Knowing "how to career" became a survival skill. This book is a smart guide to building employability while navigating life and the career rollercoaster. -- Ogica Madalina ― Product Manager. Basel, Switzerland This book is a brilliant exploration of the power of curiosity. It beautifully illustrates how a curious mind can lead to personal and professional growth. A must-read for anyone looking to ignite their passion for learning and discovery. -- David Stephen Banker ― Advisor and Director. Sydney, Australia Smart Thinking is an insightful guide, blending practical techniques with real-world examples to significantly enhance critical thinking and decision-making abilities. An essential read! -- Maryam Hashemi ― 3D Jewellery Designer and Boutique Owner. Mashad, Iran Jo's wealth of experience, engaging language and compelling stories makes these ideas about smart thinking accessible and understandable. -- Crispin White ― Interim Marketing Director. London, UK An introspective book that helps readers to reconfigure their lives either due to life changing events or they desire to live their best lives. -- Dr Sadie-Jane Huff ― The Wordsmith Extraordinaire. Singapore Jo's style is extremely accessible, and binds together great ideas to tell a compelling story that is sure to shape your future! -- Paul Bennett ― Culture & Coaching Specialist. Bristol, UK An insightful, thought-provoking read. A practical manual on how to thrive in life with the ambiguity and chaos that surround us. -- Nadia Gavalyugova ― ACCA Finance Professional. Sofia, Bulgaria Smart Thinking will enable you to become the best version of yourself. Discover your future - then own it. -- André Double ― Founder and CEO of Leading Your International School (LYIS). Dover, UK Smart Thinking captures the essentials of how to cultivate the right attitude and resilience needed to succeed. -- Marin Marinov ― Head of Product. Alicante, Spain Insightful and practical, Smart Thinking by Jo Owen is a toolkit that helps navigate healthy habits of mind, boosting personal and professional growth. -- Dinara Karimova ― HR Professional. Brussels, Belgium A game-changer. Every chapter packed with real-life examples and practical advice, relatable and easy to implement. A joy to read and learn from! -- Antje King ― International Businesswoman. Hertfordshire, UK Smart Thinking is an insightful guide that delves tools and tactics for enhancing our learning abilities and overcome personal biases to become better decision-makers. The book's engaging narrative and actionable advice make it an essential read for anyone looking to improve their critical thinking skills and make more informed decisions in their personal and professional lives. -- Kevin McCabe ― Pricing Strategist. Boston, USA An unmissable read that enlightens and inspires, teaching us that alone we go fast, but only together with others can we travel the road that takes us farther, achieving success. -- Antonella Di Giannantonio ― Talent and Development Manager. Italy The book provides a wealth of knowledge about smart thinking, backed by research data. Additionally, it includes engaging stories and practical exercises that enhance understanding and retention. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to sharpen their thinking skills! -- Irica May Tabi ― Team Leader. Philippines Smart Thinking is a thought provoking, inspiring, yet interesting and funny read. -- Monika Gadusova ― Lifelong Learner & Book Lover. Slovakia