Great stuff in this book. All the points are pure gold, but I do have to say, wading through it all can be a bit tough...especially for someone who maGreat stuff in this book. All the points are pure gold, but I do have to say, wading through it all can be a bit tough...especially for someone who may be looking to learn leadership, but is not currently able to implement the practices day by day as they read systematically through the book....more
Prior to reading this book, I pretty much knew most (if not all) of the contents (after listening to 100s of hours of Jocko on his podcast) but I stilPrior to reading this book, I pretty much knew most (if not all) of the contents (after listening to 100s of hours of Jocko on his podcast) but I still loved this book. To me, the concepts Jocko describes are the most concise and basic (and most difficult to master) principles of leadership. I loved the three-part style (real life story, leadership concept, business applicability) that breaks the monotony that is sometimes found in other books on leadership. I borrowed the book from the library, but bought three copies to give to my employees....more
Like an impending train wreck...you can't look away. You have a feeling it is going to be messy, but hope somehow the wreck can be avoided. Beyond theLike an impending train wreck...you can't look away. You have a feeling it is going to be messy, but hope somehow the wreck can be avoided. Beyond the inexplicable appeal of looking at a horrific crash as you drive past it on the freeway, this story is a testament to the adaptability of humanity - apparently we can make it through just about anything. Kudos to the author for rising above terrible circumstances, and for sharing them. I felt like the writing style allowed me to move beyond simply peering through the window into the author's life. The author's empathy for an incredible string of inexcusable behaviors and deep honesty teaches a PhD course in what it is to live this human life. ...more
Gripping writing and a great story. Inspired me to buy a bunch of DIY robot kits for my kids today. Hurrah for Science, Technology, Engineering and...Gripping writing and a great story. Inspired me to buy a bunch of DIY robot kits for my kids today. Hurrah for Science, Technology, Engineering and....Math (STEM) in America!...more
Having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, this novel was a fun trip down memory lane. The author is a master at creating vivid imagery through mMeh...
Having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, this novel was a fun trip down memory lane. The author is a master at creating vivid imagery through metaphorical allusion, but the seemingly haphazard drifting between characters was tough for me to love....more
This book was the "textbook" for my consulting elective class at RSM. The idea is that the best way to interact with someone else who you are trying tThis book was the "textbook" for my consulting elective class at RSM. The idea is that the best way to interact with someone else who you are trying to help is to utilize the principles in the book. For my part, I'd say the principles in the book can/should be applied to nearly every relationship. I really enjoyed the content and appreciated that the author provided all his "lists" of important points as actual lists - saves me the trouble of writing a book review for myself so I can remember what the book was about. I'm looking forward to becoming someone's trusted advisor....more
A great book on negotiation that we all should read. I really liked the way the author expands the field of "negotiation" to include negotiation betweA great book on negotiation that we all should read. I really liked the way the author expands the field of "negotiation" to include negotiation between husband and wife, Israel and Palestine, etc. Very useful....more
The author drowns a poor argument with lengthy proliferation of superficially-related examples. The final payoff of some implementable solutions seemsThe author drowns a poor argument with lengthy proliferation of superficially-related examples. The final payoff of some implementable solutions seems hardly worth the suffering required to get to them.
The true value in the reading was the potential for cross-functional enhancement of my own creativity as I went 鈥渂ehind enemy lines鈥� to see what is going on in the field of creativity. I鈥檝e peaked into the mind of a jealous, brooding, disenfranchised and yet wannabe academic...I didn't like what I saw. ...more
I just finished reading the 1982 version and as a non-consultant, I really liked the way this book lays out the logic for approaching just about any sI just finished reading the 1982 version and as a non-consultant, I really liked the way this book lays out the logic for approaching just about any situation. The emphasis is on the process for communication and how to use that communication to achieve the results you are looking for. These are skills that serve anyone in just about any situation. I found the concepts practical, engaging and useful....more
Admittedly, this is the first book on marketing I have read in recent memory. However, as a non-marketer, I really appreciated the methodical progressAdmittedly, this is the first book on marketing I have read in recent memory. However, as a non-marketer, I really appreciated the methodical progression through marketing logic. In fact, I almost view this book as a "how to" book for marketing. A framework based on the chapters in this book is like a blueprint for how to market your....whatever. ...more
My son is reading this in preparation for watching the movie so I grabbed it and read it. Before I say anything about the book, I have to add the discMy son is reading this in preparation for watching the movie so I grabbed it and read it. Before I say anything about the book, I have to add the disclaimer that I am obviously not the target market for this book, so anything I write has to be viewed through that lens. I thought the book was a bit lame. The subject matter was super juvenile, but the way it was written is not as clear as it should be for a juvenile mind. So many character names, so many new words, so hard to follow what is going on - it just doesn't seem like a kid book even though I can't imagine anyone other than a kid reading it. So where does that leave the book? (Answer: in the 2-star range)...more
An interesting story about an incredibly dark event. This is a fictional novel based on non-fiction events and while I understand Robbins' intentions An interesting story about an incredibly dark event. This is a fictional novel based on non-fiction events and while I understand Robbins' intentions in adding in the fictional storylines, I can't help but wonder if the book might have been more satisfying without them. The gripping part of the story is the part that actually took place - in contrast, I had to fight back the urge to skipover the "dialogue" and interpersonal relationships that the Robbins invented....more
This is the only book I have ever read that I felt like reading again....as soon as I finished the book. I'm not sure if that is a good thing or a badThis is the only book I have ever read that I felt like reading again....as soon as I finished the book. I'm not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing. I did enjoy the read though. ...more
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