The Buddha Walks into the Office: A Guide to Livelihood for a New Generation

Rinzler's (The Buddha Walks into a Bar) latest effort at incorporating Buddhist principles into life in the Western world mines the use of these tenets in the workplace. The mind-set is "how not to be a jerk" and work well with others. The book is divided into four parts: "Hinayana: Live with Purpose"; "Mahayana: On-the-Job Compassion"; "Mahayana: Six Tools for Compassionate Leadership"; and "Vajrayana: Be Awake for Every Moment," each with several chapters dedicated to the overarching theme. The Eastern way of thinking is present throughout the book, encouraging us to be mindful and aware, while the text also delves into a further examination of real-life issues. Rinzler uses his experiences as examples of how to apply Buddhist notions to your workplace routine. The ease of reading the short sections contained within the chapters will help readers to focus on all of the elements needed to establish a peaceful and cohesive environment.