Fish! A Remarkable Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results

I read this book soon after it was released, and just re-read it today because a group of folks at work are all reading it now (and will discuss it tomorrow). I would like to be optimistic enough to believe that a toxic group of workers would make such a serious turnaround in attitude. We certainly have our share of them at work. But what I came away from this book feeling (both times I read it) is that I am capable of being optimistic, cheerful, and pleasant to be around, but I don't have enough influence to change the people around me who seem to hate life. Those people are bitter because that is what they find more rewarding and that is an easier way to behave. So, I guess I feel that the intent of the book is very good, but the results may not reach much farther than the reader. To be fair, it did motivate me to suggest to some people at work that the sarcastic framed mottos on their desk (e.g., "Lack of Planning on Your Part Doesn't Constitute an Emergency on my Part") might be counterproductive, but they are still the same old curmudgeons, and the sarcastic mottos are still on their desks.

The book does not provide adequate information on morale boosting. The examples cited do not occur too often in real life, and the situations are far too idealistic than the ones we encounter everyday.

No theory or research or whatsoever has been cited, making me wonder whether the content come from the author's dreams or pure imagination.

The book is also too short for a full fledged book to be published, I think that it's more appropriate to publish in a newspaper or blog.

Overall, it's a good lunchtime read, have a good laugh, and forget about it. It's not worth your money to buy it.

A powerful message in a tiny package. Why not accept/promote attitudes that promote efficiency and growth?

This book is a quick read for anyone...the story was interesting enough to keep my attention all the way through. Even though this book was depicting more severe circumstances than I have faced, I could still find ways to relate to the information. It's a nice reminder to practice good work habits every day!

The book is good for the use as a morale booster in the workplace. It is easily adaptable to a variety of environments.