Whale Done!

The Power of Positive Relationships

By: Ken Blanchard

Narrated by: Tony Roberts

Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

What do employees and coworkers have in common with a five-ton killer whale? A whole lot more than you think, according to the mega-best-selling author Ken Blanchard and his coauthors from SeaWorld.

Whales respond best to positive reinforcement. So do humans. In this moving and inspirational audiobook, Blanchard explains how using the techniques of animal trainers - specifically those responsible for the killer whales of SeaWorld - can supercharge your effectiveness at work and at home.

When gruff business manager and family man Wes Kingsley visited SeaWorld, he marveled at the ability of the trainers to lead huge killer whales in performing acrobatic leaps and dives. Later, talking to the chief trainer, he learned their techniques of building trust, accentuating the positive, and redirecting negative behavior - all of which make these extraordinary performances possible. Kingsley took a hard look at his own often accusatory management style and recognized how some of his shortcomings as a manager, spouse, and father actually diminish trust and damage relationships. He began to see the difference between "GOTcha" (catching people doing things wrong) and "Whale Done!" (catching people doing things right).

In Whale Done!, Ken Blanchard shows how positive reinforcement and redirection can help increase productivity. These techniques are remarkably easy to master and can be applied equally well at home, allowing listeners to become better parents and more committed spouses and have happier personal lives.

©2002 Kenneth Blanchard (P)2002 Simon & Schuster

listened to it 3 times because I needed to change!

I enjoy learning through stories filled with practical insight. I have my entire office and leadership staff listening to this book to help change our team culture. I didn't realize I would apply the same principles at home. To make a change to this mindset requires a continuous process of catching yourself and redirecting yourself back toward the Whale Done method. It's sort of a reboot for me because I was deffinately a " Gotcha "Owner. You will see what I mean when you read or listen to the book. Go for it it could change everything for the better!

Awesome book

This was such a great book. Every boss, mom, and or dad should read this.

Great concept - Sea World makes me uncomfortable

I have to admit, this was really tough for me to listen to. I had a fellow supervisor recommend I listen to it. I really enjoy the concept so much and have even started to implement it in my marriage and have seen a difference in me & my husband. I really wish it wasn’t about sea world though. Makes me uncomfortable to listen them talking about Shamu. I’ll come up with my own name for this concept.

Relationship builder and manager

This book is definitely a life-changer for those who struggle with developing and sustaining healthy relationships, regardless the type. It is a must-read for all people but particularly those in leadership roles.

Best store ever

I really love this book. I’ve listened to it over 50 times. Great positive book.

Great info

Great topics presented in an easy way to understand. Enjoyed this short and easy listen.

Inspirational & enlightening

I enjoyed listening to the life-enriching stories of other people and linking these experiences to my own. You can stride with them in their struggles, their challenges, their hope, their faith, their triumph, their success, and their reflection. Truly...this epic story is well worth listening.

Eye Opening!

This book brings to light an obvious approach to management and life that is often overlooked. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Ken Blanchard

I love Ken Blanchard's books and listen to 3 of them at least 1 per month every month. "Raving Fans" the plus 1% changed my business life 20 years ago and I have depended on it and shared it through the years. "Hung Ho" The Spirit of the Squirrel, Way of the Beaver and Gift of the Goose have helped my team through the years. "Whale Done" this is a book that has helped me see that positive motivation, redirection and an attitude of support and understand are a much better and happier way to work with people. Especially my family!

Listen! Worth every minute.

A lot of this book is a lifestyle I have already adapted due to personal preference however like most everyone else out there I fail frequently. I will be working on that.