{"product_id":"born-entrepreneurs-born-leaders-scott-shane-9780195373424","title":"Born Entrepreneurs, Born Leaders: How Your Genes Affect Your Work Life","description":"It's no secret that your genes have a subtle, but powerful impact on your job and career. But did you know that your DNA accounts for one third of the difference between you and your co-workers in many aspects of work life, from job satisfaction to income level? That's the revelation of this fascinating book--one that will change the way you think It's no secret that your genes have a subtle, but powerful impact on your job and career. But did you know that your DNA accounts for one third of the difference between you and your co-workers in many aspects of work life, from job satisfaction to income level? That's the revelation of this fascinating book-one that will change the way you think about the role of genetics in the workplace. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDespite extensive evidence highlighting the influence of genetics in the business world, this critical connection has been glossed over by corporate leaders and management gurus. Now, for the first time, author Scott Shane explains why genes matter, and how an understanding of their relationship to behavior is of vital importance to employers, employees, and policy makers. This eye-opening resource begins with an incisive look at the basic function of genes and their effects on organizational behavior, providing a real-world analysis of how genes influence numerous aspects of our professional lives, from the jobs we choose, to how effectively we make decisions and manage people. \u003cem\u003eBorn Entrepreneurs, Born Leaders\u003c\/em\u003e also delves into role that genetics plays in creativity and innovation, and focuses on how genes affect our tendency to start companies. Armed with these insights, you'll not only learn how to leverage your innate skills and personality, but you'll discover how to succeed by acting in ways contrary to your \"nature.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePacked with scientifically grounded insights, this phenomenal book also examines the potential use of genetic information in creating job assignments and designing incentive and training plans. Ultimately, B\u003cem\u003eorn Entrepreneurs, Born Leaders \u003c\/em\u003eshows how a heightened awareness of your own-and your colleagues'-genetic predispositions can make you a better employee or employer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Scott Shane\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0195373421\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780195373424\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Oxford University Press, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/04\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.30h x 6.20w x 0.90d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 12\/14\/2009 pg. 47\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e 10\/01\/2010","brand":"Scott Shane","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44054660579583,"sku":"9780195373424","price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ec66dc86-1db6-4eff-be7f-39356ea017fb.jpg?v=1685031242","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/born-entrepreneurs-born-leaders-scott-shane-9780195373424","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}