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PRAISE FOR
OWN IT. LOVE IT. MAKE IT WORK.
At Orangetheory we say, “Don’t just wish for it. Work for it.” For all
of you who know that this is the truth to success, Carson Tate’s Own
It. Love It. Make It Work. is a must-read. There’s nothing I love more
than a plan—with real steps to follow, practical tools to apply, and
above all else, inspiration and energy to motivate you to reach your
next level, and then push beyond it.
Ellen Latham, founder and CEO, Orangetheory
Finding your authentic purpose and true happiness in the work
that you do is part of your life’s divine journey. Not only is Own It.
Love It. Make It Work.; full of step-by-step guidance about how to
find meaning in your work, it’s infused with heart and soul, caring
and warmth. It’s the best of Carson. You’ll want everyone you know
to read it.
Sonia Choquette, New York Times bestselling author,
spiritual teacher, and intuitive mentor
Work has radically changed. What we need now more than ever are
engaged and fulfilled employees. Carson Tate’s newest contribution
to productivity, efficacy, and personal fulfillment in the workforce
gives us actionable tools and results-driven stories from her
consulting practice. She shows employees how to take ownership
of their career, their happiness, and their success.
Jill Olmstead, Chief Human Resources Officer, Lending Tree
If you want a professional career coach, you’ve found one. Carson Tate
is empowering, and her practical advice is invaluable. Own It. Love
It. Make It Work. will help you elevate your skills and relationships
so that you are in the right mindset and position to achieve your
goals. This is the type of book you will come back to again and again
throughout your career, for inspiration and encouragement.
Regina Wharton, HR Executive, Strategist, and Mentor, Financial Services
In medicine, change is constant. Own It. Love It. Make It Work.
will equip and empower you to not only navigate change in your
job and industry, but also show you how to adapt and evolve, so
that you can continue to grow in your career, as well as motivate
your team to do the same. Filled with motivating stories, real-world
tools, and clear strategies, this is the guide you need for the job you
have right now.
Solange Benjamin-Thorpe, MD, Medical Director Pediatric CVICU
at Levine Children’s Hospital, Atrium Health
Learning is at the heart of what we do. With practical tools and
uplifting stories, Carson teaches us how to be recognized and
rewarded for our own unique skills, knowledge, and contributions.
She shows us how to ensure our talents and passions have a stage
from which to shine. Above all else, Own It. Love It. Make It Work.
outlines how to make our jobs fit our lives, not the other way around.
Ginny Norton, CEO Hatch Early Learning
Own It. Love It. Make It Work. is insightful and full of honest candor
that provokes readers to explore their potential by evaluating where
they are right now. It is a must-read if you are ready to create your
dream job!
Tina Craft, Chief Commercial Officer, Albemarle Corporation
This book is a powerful guide to help motivate you, inspire you, and
breathe new life into your work. No matter what role you play in your
current organization, there is always another level to reach, a fresh
goal to set. Reading Carson’s book is like having a personal coach
encouraging you to do your best, and be your happiest, always.
Alison Lewis, Chief Administrative Officer, Newmark Knight Frank
In Own It. Love It. Make It Work., Carson expertly shows you how
to pick your own palette and design your dream job. She shows
you how to be fulfilled at work, and how to reengage with your
employer and your team, and it provides insightful techniques to
maximize your ability to build trust among your peers. Carson
references the great Chinese proverb, “A journey of a thousand
miles begins with a single step.” Read this book and take that
career-enhancing step today!
Bill Huber, Chief Financial Officer, VELUX Group USA Inc.
Carson has a special way of telling a story that draws you in and
connects with you on a level that is raw and unfiltered. Once again,
she has given me a look into my work life that I had not considered
before. When you read Own It. Love It. Make It Work., you will see
and experience your work life differently.
Davoud Khorzad, PhD, Director, Operations Excellence,
AbbVie Commercial
I’ve read many leadership books in my 31-year career; few, if any,
offer such high-quality and practical approaches to work, life, and
overall enjoyment in what you do. Own It. Love It. Make It Work. is
transformational for any leader who desires to reach new levels of
personal success while enjoying the journey that is life.
Mark Reed, Head of School, Charlotte Country Day School
Carson facilitated a class for our team members a few years ago,
and she is as charming, empathetic, erudite, and helpful in person
as she reads in her latest book, Own It. Love It. Make It Work. The
book is like a well-seasoned meal: the perfect amount of stories,
step-by-step tips, research, and humor. Pour a glass of wine and
enjoy!
Suz Hahn, Manager of Learning and Development, Daimler
Own It.
Love It.
Make It Work.
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