With all of the success literature out there, why is it still so hard to find happiness at work? Research continues to show that most of us lack contentment in our work lives. For sales people the pain can be acute. This is in spite of living in the information age - a point in history when there's arguably more opportunity than ever! In The 7 Meditations of a Happy Salesman, James McNeely suggests a new approach. McNeely is a triathlete, adventure-seeker, and successful sales person, with over 30 years of experience in the fast-paced, ed-tech industry. In his book, he chronicles his quest to uncover truth in the strange, but rewarding, life of the frontline customer worker. He offers new thinking for the 21st Century businessperson, while also exposing mindless "groupthink" and business mantras for what they are. The 7 Meditations of a Happy Salesman utilizes meditation to chart a new path forward for the individual businessperson - a path to real contentment and Happiness in the workplace. EXPERT QUOTES: "How do you write a book that is both deeply insightful and also quite funny -- about meditation? In this practical guide, McNeely leads you into a remarkable practice of meditation that will change your life. He breaks down the sometimes esoteric notions of meditation and shows you how to apply the seven meditations to the very real stresses and strains of a life in sales. The result? A happier, calmer, stronger, (and probably wealthier) you." - Wayne Martin, LCSW, Psychophysiologist" "Finally, a book for salespeople that will help the whole person transform into being all they can be! James McNeely brings useful, practical methods for individual highest human development. His methods are easy to follow and guaranteed to bring beneficial states of mind. Anyone wanting to grow into authenticity, significance and success will benefit from this book." - Marjorie R. Barlow, Ph.D., Author of The Possible Woman and The Possible Woman Steps Up