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The Dip
by Seth Godin
from Portfolio

Features:

• Kindle Book

Customer Reviews:

• Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

• Doesn't really teach when to quit or when to stick
  This is an interesting little book exploring a very important set of concepts. But despite the subtitle, it does a poor job of explaining when to quit and when to keep going.
  Godin's theory is clear enough. The book falls short on practical guidelines and specific, real-world examples that will help the reader decipher their own complicated situation. It's like an outline for a how-to book, without most of the content that would make it usable. I hope that Godin will develop his concepts in enough... more info

• From the perspective of a 7th Grader
  This review was written by my 7th-grade daughter:
  The Dip is a little book about when to quit and when to stick. It tells you how to persevere through obstacles in jobs, new things you want to try, or things you're trying like a band you want to start. The Dip is a temporary setback that you will have to wade through like thick syrup.
  People quit things they want they want to do because the cost may seem too high. People don't have a lot of time and don't want to take a lot of risks. In school... more info

• Well written book, but not insightful
  The book is quick and easy read, but doesn't really say much. It is much more lucrative to be the "cream of the crop" than a middler, no matter which profession you pick. Seth argues for careful deliberation when seeking out opportunities, and a willingness to change course. Quitting should be a rational decision, even planned ahead of time if possible. Overall, he argues that to best utilize your potential, you should seek out a job you will be challenged on, can grow in, and can be the best in the world.... more info

• A Must Read!
  I'm not normally one for books of this nature: short, quirky books that have easy to understand steps to great success all wrapped in cute little analogies. Godin somehow does it right. Whether you are stuck in a rut or itching to start something new, this book provides advice that helps condition your mind so that you end up succeeding. Otherwise you might as well quit.
  Buy it, read it, and revisit it every year when you need a boost to your career or hobby.

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