The Rules of Management, 3rd Edition

RULE 59

Manage your health

It’s easy to put off managing your health. Do it now. The general advice is:

• eat properly – sitting down in a relaxed setting, taking time to enjoy your food
• eat proper food – fresh, organic, lean meat, fresh fruit, salads, vegetables, roughage, no junk, no processed food
• get a decent night’s sleep – every night
• stop worrying – laugh, have fun, enjoy something not work-related
• carry out basic health checks regularly to catch major conditions in time, such as testicular or breast lumps and bumps
• work in a comfortable and safe environment
• get yourself screened from time to time for cholesterol levels, blood pressure, etc.
• have supportive and loving relationships
• have some sort of belief system to sustain you in times ...