The Business of Sleep: How Sleeping Better Can Transform Your Career

Vicki Culpin

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While a number of world leaders may have claimed to be able to make do with five hours of sleep per night, for many people that little amount of sleep can - even in the short term - have serious and damaging side-effects. Major disasters have occurred as a result of poor sleep, from the destruction of the Challenger space shuttle to nuclear meltdowns such as Chernobyl and Three Mile Island, but more prevalent effects can include health disorders, the rise of depression and poor memory retention.For businesses and their employees, the impact can be incredibly detrimental - from the negative impact on decision-making and communication skills, to the stifling of creativity and innovation.

The Business of Sleep delivers a serious business message: a lack of sleep will have an effect on your work and career. But the good news is that there are positive steps that can be taken. Drawing on both seminal and cutting-edge research, alongside interviews with notable CEOs and business influencers, sleep specialist Vicki Culpin offers an accessible guide to how sleep works, the consequences of poor sleep and the practical ways of mitigating against, and reducing the impact of, compromised sleep in organisational environments.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Sleep's Impact on Performance: Quality sleep positively impacts cognitive function, decision-making, creativity, and productivity, leading to better performance at work.

  2. Health and Well-being: Quality sleep is crucial for physical and mental health. Adequate rest supports overall well-being, reduces stress, and strengthens the immune system.

  3. Sleep Deprivation Effects: Chronic sleep deprivation can lead to decreased attention, memory issues, reduced problem-solving abilities, and increased risk of accidents or errors at work.

  4. Sleep and Leadership: Leaders who prioritize sleep are more effective in decision-making, conflict resolution, and maintaining a positive work culture.

  5. Workplace Culture: Fostering a sleep-friendly workplace culture, including policies that support work-life balance and prioritize adequate rest, can enhance employee well-being and productivity.

  6. Strategies for Better Sleep: Establishing a sleep routine, creating a comfortable sleep environment, and adopting relaxation techniques contribute to better sleep quality.

  7. Managing Shift Work and Travel: Strategies for managing irregular work hours, jet lag, and travel-related sleep disruptions are vital for maintaining consistent sleep patterns.

  8. Sleep and Creativity: Quality sleep enhances creativity and problem-solving abilities. Rested minds are more capable of innovative thinking and generating new ideas.

  9. Education and Advocacy: Educating employees and employers about the importance of sleep and advocating for better sleep practices in the workplace can lead to improved overall performance.

  10. Personal Responsibility: Individuals must take personal responsibility for their sleep habits, understanding the critical role sleep plays in their professional success and overall health.

Language English
ISBN-10 9781472936578
ISBN-13 9781472936578
No of pages 200
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Bloomsbury
Published Date 10 Mar 2018

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Author : Vicki Culpin

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