17min
What makes us successful? What we have been told over the years about success and how to achieve it seemed to make sense, but Barking Up The Wrong Tree questions it all and possibly makes us realise that it is all wrong. In his book, Erik Barker reveals what really determines success and how it is within everyone's reach. By looking at real-life examples we can understand what works and what doesn't, and finally live the life that we desire.
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Analysis and key concepts
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What leads us to success?
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Do we need to do what we are told to be successful?
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Trust is very important for success, only when we overcome our selfishness
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Optimism creates determination but alone it is not enough
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When to give up
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It’s not what you know but who you know
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Believe in yourself... but not too much
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Choose compassion over self-esteem
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Is the work-life balance achievable?
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Some tips to help you to start finding the work-life balance straight away
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Create a positive cycle that leads to success
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Quotes
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Take-home message
What is it that truly makes us successful? We mean real success in every area of our lives and not just financial success. Which types of behaviour help us to reach our objectives? Let's begin by saying that, even though it seems to make sense, most of what we know about success and most of what we have been taught is mostly wrong.
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The author
Eric Barker is the creator of the entertaining blog Barking Up the Wrong Tree, where he uses scientific data and expert analysis to demonstrate how to be fantastic in every area of your life.He is a sought-after speaker, and has given talks at MIT, Yale, Google and on television.
Edition
Publishing house:
HarperOne
Year:
2017
Pages:
320
ISBN:
978-0062416049