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David J. McNeff is an executive coach, corporate consultant, and founder of Peak Consulting Group.

Known for: The Work-Life Balance Myth: Rethinking Your Optimal Balance for Success

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The Work-Life Balance Myth: Rethinking Your Optimal Balance for Success

The Work-Life Balance Myth: Rethinking Your Optimal Balance for Success

leadership·10 min read

In this book, executive coach David J. McNeff challenges the conventional notion of work-life balance, arguing that striving for perfect equilibrium between professional and personal life is unrealistic and counterproductive. Instead, he introduces the concept of the 'Seven Slices'—a holistic framework that helps individuals manage different aspects of their lives more effectively. Drawing on decades of coaching experience, McNeff provides practical strategies for achieving fulfillment and resilience without the stress of chasing an impossible ideal.

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The Myth of Balance

For decades, people have been told that the key to happiness lies in achieving balance between work and personal life. Yet this simple equation—work on one side, life on the other—creates a false dichotomy. It suggests that these two entities are in opposition, locked in an eternal battle for domina...

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The Seven Slices Framework

The breakthrough that changed everything for me—and later for thousands of people I’ve coached—was realizing that life can’t be divided into just two parts. Instead, I see it as seven slices that make up a complete whole: Family, Professional, Personal, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Spiritu...

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About David J. McNeff

David J. McNeff is an executive coach, corporate consultant, and founder of Peak Consulting Group. With over 25 years of experience advising Fortune 500 executives, he specializes in leadership development, emotional resilience, and organizational performance. His work has been featured in major bus...

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David J. McNeff is an executive coach, corporate consultant, and founder of Peak Consulting Group. With over 25 years of experience advising Fortune 500 executives, he specializes in leadership development, emotional resilience, and organizational performance. His work has been featured in major business publications, and he is recognized for his innovative approach to personal and professional growth.

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David J. McNeff is an executive coach, corporate consultant, and founder of Peak Consulting Group.

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