Bedford business owner shows that wellbeing wins at the Business Book Awards
Chartered Psychologist, and Owner of Wellbeing Media Studio, Bedford, Dr Audrey Tang’s recent book “The Leader’s Guide to Wellbeing” (Pearson & FT Publishing) won in the category of Wellness and Wellbeing Books at the prestigious Business Book Awards, held Thursday 19th September at The Drum, Wembley.
The awards, an annual event and a calendar highlight of the publishing & thought leadership sector, had over 300 entries this year from across the globe. They were shortlisted to around 100, and The Leader’s Guide to Wellbeing beat 7 other books in its category to take home the coveted prize.
Dr Audrey, a British Psychological Society Chartered Psychologist and leadership trainer said “I’m absolutely thrilled - I've been teaching wellbeing for 10years now and to see this particular book – and topic - recognised not just because it's (finally) 'popular' but because the theory is sound, and the practical exercises are accessible and helpful, is wonderful.”
The Leader's Guide to Wellbeing, with the Foreword written by Lorraine Lewis of The Lewis Foundation completes Dr Audrey's "Head Heart Gut Trilogy" of Leadership power skills. Her trio of books reminds us that Leaders need clarity of thought (Mindfulness - Head); courage to take action (Resilience - Gut), and most importantly compassion and emotional capabilities to inspire and support those around them to establish their vision (Wellbeing - Heart). The trilogy, along with her first publication “Be A Great Manager Now” is available on Amazon, with The Leader’s Guide to Wellbeing also on the shelves in all good bookstores. Each book is to be used as a working document - comprising academic theory and research, as well as easy to apply practical tools for real results when it comes to emotional and mental health at work.
Amer Parikh of Pearson said “We had 4 books shortlisted and I am super excited for our authors. Congratulations to Dr Audrey Tang; and David Falzani who won their categories…and to all the shortlisted authors.”
Kasim Choudry one of the organisers said “I always get imposter syndrome when I do this keynote in front of all the authors and thought leaders in the audience. Whatever the outcome, to write a book is a huge achievement in itself…Keep doing what you do.”
In Bedford, Wellbeing Media Studio capitalises on the work that Audrey does with their two shows “Mental Health Matters” which takes a deep dive into all things mental health and wellbeing with the experts in their field; and “Skits and Quibbles” an arts and community show which offers an open mic visibility opportunity to performers wanting to gain media experience, in a safe space. Both shows are distributed on USA Streaming network e360TV and have to date gained over 13000 views.
And alongside her leadership training, Audrey teaches Burlesque for body appreciation and self confidence at the St Crispin’s Centre, Northampton – and on Saturday 28th September will give the Finale performance and talk on that subject in TEDxNHS, one of the largest National independent TEDx events. She will be joined by Patsy Wright and Jemma Gambrill of Northampton NHS Foundation Trust. Her Burlesque Squad recently performed at the World Suicide Prevention Day event she organised at The Place, Bedford which sought to burst taboos around this particular topic,and provide support when it comes to building our mental health.