101 Things I Overheard on a Train - Ian Durston
Motivated by the need to reduce his carbon footprint, Ian Durston decided that it was time to ditch his car for a more sustainable commute to work each day. His chosen mode of transport? The train.
Soon, Ian was enjoying delayed trains, crowded carriages, changing timetables, more delayed trains and cold platforms. Compared to his warm, efficient, quiet car, this new commute was proving quite a challenge.
However, a surprise was in store. Squashed into a packed carriage, with fellow commuters shouting to be heard, he started to overhear conversations that were surprisingly interesting, amusing, poignant, and even educational. Conversations that really did cover 'life, the universe and everything'. Listening to everyday people, chatting about everyday things, proved far more entertaining than listening to the car radio while still half asleep.
These diaries document the multitude of conversations that Ian overheard during the course of a year on the train. They will have you laughing, crying and analysing life in ways that you would never have imagined possible. Perhaps making sacrifices to help look after the planet isn't such a bad idea after all?
Kiwis, Coffee and Quakes - Ian Durston
When Ian Durston and his wife Melanie decided to emigrate to Christchurch, New Zealand, they were looking for adventure. However, once in their new home, they got a bit more adventure than they bargained for as Christchurch was hit by three major earthquakes.
Emigrating to the other side of the world with three young sons, no job and never having been to New Zealand before, Ian Durston tells the fascinating story of his family’s escapade, from deciding to move, sorting out all the paperwork, finding a job and settling in to life in a brand new country. Oh yes, and how they dealt with large earthquakes!
A story of adventure, family, natural disaster, friends, life, and regular breaks for coffee, this book covers all the practicalities and emotions of emigrating to one of the most beautiful countries in the world
Everything I Need to Know About Being a Manager, I Learned From My Kids - Ian Durston
Did you know that getting your child to sleep while on holiday can be a lesson in persistence on the job? Or dealing with tantrums at home can help you be more assertive at work?
In this unique look at the modern workplace, Ian Durston, a successful manager and father of three, uses his experience raising children to shed light on the perennial challenges of management - issues such as leadership, motivation, performance, teambuilding and change.
A witty and wise book for managers and parents alike, Everything I Need to Know About Being a Manager, I Learned From My Kids is a salient reminder of the life skills we all need to learn in order to succeed, whether at work or at home.
