The first three chapters present the widely asked questions on the purpose of life, what we do, and the consequences under three headings; pleasure or pressure, factors that affect performance or output, and impact of mental health on the society.
The first three chapters present the widely asked questions on the purpose of life, what we do, and the consequences under three headings; pleasure or pressure, factors that affect performance or output, and impact of mental health on the society.
The next three chapters outline what we can do to address the stressful life most of us find ourselves. It encourages us to create a positive environment for maximum results. It discusses the positive impact of work on our life, how we can ‘Mind the Gap’ created in our lives, and how to live our life to the fullest— through closing the gap by not giving up on our dreams.
This covers practical ways to overcome pressure and burnout by pressing the reset button. The chapter on through the storm—uses real-life testimonies to demonstrate the reality of the circumstances of life. Chapter nine, ‘The last word—think the excellent way, think love’ challenges you to think of the impact your life and actions have on others and the society.
“Mind the Gap (MTG) is a truly fascinating book full of gems for every working professional. It is not one of those motivational books with nice sounding but impractical ideas. The author uses vivid and highly relatable stories to discuss how gaps emerge in an unhealthy work life, and the dangerous effects they have on personal and family life. The author then proceeds to share really helpful tips on how to eliminate those gaps. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book and would strongly recommend it to others.”
Dr. Damilola Adebayo
Pastor Sunday Olanipekun is a very well-experienced preacher, well positioned to reflect on his international and institutional organisation knowledge and experiences of counselling people who have been victim of the issues addressed in the book. His ability to deep dive into the big issues and yet use great practical examples to illustrate the impact of the challenges faced by all stakeholders affected by the subject is remarkable.
DR. Nelson Ogunshakin OBE
Chief Executive – International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) – Geneva Switzerland & Board Member of Transport for London (TfL), UK
Mind the Gap is very practical and applicable to this present time. It contains great illustrations to drive the points home. what I love about the book?
The importance of mental health to everyday life
The concept of elastic capacity – very real
The message on overload and how it is explained
In fact the book is a good read, I love how it relates to many things affecting our lives and how to manage expectations.
Moyo
In this book I will be showing you 7 gaps to mind in your work life to be the best you can be, also to be at your best and enjoy your God given life.
1. This book you will challenge you to find out the reason you are in your current employment, whether you are working to live or living to work. It is dangerous to assume you know, assuming will not let you live to your full potential.
2. You will be able to discover the factor(s) that might be affecting your performance or your team’s performance. You might be quite familiar with some of these things, but it is good to remind you here to “mind the gap.”
3. You will be reminded on the importance of self-care. Employees sometimes have their lives messed up because they fail to mind the gap created by the events happening around them both at work and home and its impact on their lives. Most often we assume we are in control when in the real sense the events around us are in control of our lives.
4. You will learn how to create your own environment to make the best out of what is available. This can never be achieved by assuming it must be done intentionally.
5. This book will take you on a journey of how to measure the impact of work on your life.
6. You will enjoy reading about the need for you to live your life to the fullest. What is required and what must you do.
7. You will enjoy reading about the importance of pressing the reset button, how to get back in form.
Sunday Olanipekun is a coach, and a relationship management expert. He is a well experienced teacher with depth and insight spanning over three decades. He is a good public speaker with great ability to motivate and influence transformational leadership. His passion is to help and see people make the necessary changes to get better and move forward, while attaining their desires and goals in life. He is the President and Principal Partner at Global Lead Geneva (GLG), a consultancy and management training outfit. He is a pastor and a member of the John Maxwell Team of coaches. Sunday Olanipekun is married to Abiola and they are blessed with children and grandchildren.