{"product_id":"the-5-gears-isbn-9781119111153","title":"The 5 Gears","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBe present, connect more effectively, all while being as productive as possible\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e5 Gears: How to Be Present and Productive When There Is Never Enough Time\u003c\/i\u003e teaches you to shift into the right gear at the right time so that you can grow in your relational intelligence and increase your influence. This revolutionary text introduces you to the five different gears, or mindsets, that carry you through various facets of your day. These include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFirst gear—when you fully rest and recharge\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSecond gear—when you connect with family or friends without the involvement of work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThird gear—when you are socializing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFourth gear—when you are working and multi-tasking\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFifth gear—when you are fully focused and 'in the zone,' working without interruption\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing these gears consistently allows you to bring a new level of relational intelligence to your life that offers a competitive advantage in our task-driven world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll too often people go through life without truly connecting—and can, as a result, miss out on experiences and relationships that have the power to bring them great joy. By understanding how the five gears presented in this engaging book work, you can improve your ability to connect with the world around you.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore why some people stay disconnected from the people and events around them, and why others always seem to have a deep connection to their friends, family, and surroundings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to set triggers and markers that help you shift into the right gears at the right time, which will increase your relational dynamics and make you more productive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate positive change in the dynamics of your relationships\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove your respect and influence—and learn a sign language that, when used, can change your perspective and your world.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Gears: How to Be Present and Productive When There Is Never Enough Time is the perfect resource for anyone who wants to live and lead connected.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection One Connectivity 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Driving Too Fast 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Reality Check 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection Two 5 Gears for Practical Connection 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Getting in Gear 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 5th Gear—In the Zone 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 4th Gear—Leading in a Task World 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 3rd Gear—Why Being Social Matters 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 2nd Gear—Connecting Deeply 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 1st Gear—Learning to Recharge 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Reverse—Being Responsive in a Resistant World 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Ranking Your Gear Order 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection Three Living and Leading Connected 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Master Your Settings—Right Time, Right Place 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Shifting Well—Learning How to Transition 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13 Intentional versus Accidental 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14 Making the U-Turn—Challenge and Plan 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15 What Is Your Story? 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransformational Leadership Resources 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout GiANT Worldwide 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003e“I think the idea of the ‘5 Gears’ is spot on and introducing the theory to the people you live and work with will help you to gain a better understanding of each other.” \u003c\/i\u003e(Quality World, March 2016)   \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJEREMIE KUBICEK\u003c\/b\u003e is co-founder of GiANT Worldwide and the GiANT companies. He is a bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eMaking Your Leadership Come Alive\u003c\/i\u003e and speaker to organizations throughout the world on transformational leadership, emotional intelligence, and personal growth. He currently resides in Oklahoma City with his wife and three children.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTEVE COCKRAM\u003c\/b\u003e is co-founder of GiANT Worldwide and a recognized expert on personality development, applied leadership learning and culture change with executive teams and organizations around the world. Steve is a soughtafter speaker and teacher on apprenticeship, personality development and team building. He resides in London with his wife and three children.     \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople around the world struggle with work\/life balance. It is difficult to be productive and manage the relational dynamics of staying connected with others, while consistently recharging personally. 5 Gears came to light as Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram applied what they learned through their own experiences and their work with leaders from around the globe. It is a powerful concept that has the ability to radically change the way you live and lead.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile many people focus on adding a new time management method to their lives, Kubicek and Cockram have gone to the source of conflict and created a common language that, if implemented, will decrease drama and insecurity and instill a secure confidence that people everywhere need.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leaders of GiANT Worldwide, Kubicek and Cockram share stories of successful transformation and leadership skill that will help you master the art of being present with those you lead. The 5 Gears are highly transferrable and are designed to be sticky and memorable. You will inevitably experience these results as you add your own story of what being in the right gear at the right time does to your influence and respect.      \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003e5 Gears\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003e5 Gears\u003c\/i\u003e will profoundly change the way you see yourself and your interaction with others in every area of your life. How many books do that?\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003ePATRICK LENCIONI,\u003c\/b\u003e President, The Table Group; author, \u003ci\u003eThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Advantage\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"One of the most important skills a leader must have is the capacity to observe oneself and self-regulate. Looking at your gears is looking at yourself. A very valuable exercise.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eD\u003csmall\u003eR\u003c\/small\u003e. HENRY CLOUD,\u003c\/b\u003e speaker, psychologist, and bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eNecessary Endings, Integrity, Boundaries\u003c\/i\u003e and other books  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003e5 Gears\u003c\/i\u003e is a simple, but very effective analogy. I have seen firsthand how leaders disconnect by being in the wrong gear at the wrong time. And, I realize now how much more effective I could have been had I not been so stuck in 4th and 5th gears. If you want to increase your influence and connect more effectively, read this book.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003ePATTYE MOORE,\u003c\/b\u003e Board Chair, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers; author, \u003ci\u003eConfessions from the Corner Office\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003e5 Gears\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical system to take your emotional intelligence to a whole new level. If you want to become a more powerful connector and improve your relationships, this is a must read!\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eJON GORDON,\u003c\/b\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Energy Bus\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I wish I had been given the gift of the \u003ci\u003e5 Gears\u003c\/i\u003e approach to relationships before I became a husband, a dad, and a business leader. This is an outstanding framework that leads to stronger relationships.\"\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eCHRIS HERSCHEND,\u003c\/b\u003e President, Ride the Ducks; Vice Chair, Herschend Enterprises\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990149578981,"sku":"NP9781119111153","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119111153.jpg?v=1761786691","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-5-gears-isbn-9781119111153","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}