The Fish! Philosophy and a Book Giveaway

A few jobs ago, I worked for a great company that was trying very hard to improve itself. While there, I was part of the management team and was introduced to a concept called the Fish! Philosophy.

I love Fish! and have tried to use the ideas and the training I received in every workplace I’ve had ever since. I always thought, if I ever have my own company, that’s what I’m going to use to keep my team and me focused and enjoying our work.

To celebrate a new beginning and the launch of Jaggers Communications, I want to share Fish! with you.

There are four principles of the Fish! Philosophy:

1. Play
2. Make Their Day
3. Be Present
4. Choose Your Attitude

It seems very simple but it takes effort to really put this philosophy into action. There’s a wonderful little book I’d like to share with you so you can consider taking Fish! to your workplace, too.

In the comments, tell me about something you’ve learned on the job that made a big difference in how you work.

On December 23, at midnight, the contest will end.  I will use a random number generator to choose one winner of the Fish! Philosophy book. (Winner will be announced December 24, 2010, Christmas Eve.)

Update:  Our winner (determined by random number generator based on comments below) is Soccer Mom! Congratulations!

Thank you to all of you for the comments and Merry Christmas!