sfreund's review against another edition
3.0
I love Chris Guilebeau! His podcast really picked me up when I felt stuck in 2017. Sometimes you really have to go for things, and a little bit of success in something you started on your own can go a long way.
That being said, I could not get into this book. I liked the general story and message well enough, but nothing really stood out to me or grabbed my interest. I could relate to some of the struggles of the main character but that's about the extent of my connection to the story.
I do feel like this book will hit others differently than it hit me, and the other reviews obviously indicate such. I'd love to give 5 stars for the sake of Chris, but I have to be honest with my reaction to the story.
That being said, I could not get into this book. I liked the general story and message well enough, but nothing really stood out to me or grabbed my interest. I could relate to some of the struggles of the main character but that's about the extent of my connection to the story.
I do feel like this book will hit others differently than it hit me, and the other reviews obviously indicate such. I'd love to give 5 stars for the sake of Chris, but I have to be honest with my reaction to the story.
cl24's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.75
manoli92's review against another edition
5.0
For those people who find business/leadership books difficult to read, this book is definitely for you. It’s written in story time in a captive way through and through. It covers almost all themes - love, leadership, personal development, and being a well-rounded person in general. It is definitely a light read and there are a lot of great applicable principles. It follows the protagonist who is imperfect, and your average type of employee who is on auto-pilot - not just at work, but in life too. There are some turning points which allow him to reevaluate his life and go on a path that changes his life forever.
For those of you who are in leadership positions, this book is definitely for you. I love how the characters represent different types of employees, co-workers and leaders/managers. Regardless of your background, this is definitely a must read and would recommend everyone to read this book. Nothing earth-shattering, but shows how sometimes the simple principles create life-changing experiences.
For those of you who are in leadership positions, this book is definitely for you. I love how the characters represent different types of employees, co-workers and leaders/managers. Regardless of your background, this is definitely a must read and would recommend everyone to read this book. Nothing earth-shattering, but shows how sometimes the simple principles create life-changing experiences.
kevinjloder's review against another edition
4.0
I listened to the audiobook within two days. This type of content in a novel form is a nice change to the typical business help book style. But, as an audiobook, you can't see the graphs etc., so I might check this out again in book form.
plottwisttravels's review against another edition
3.0
This is an interesting take on teaching money management and business ideation and creation through a fictional story. It makes money discussions a bit easier and less personal, which is a great way to tackle financial issues. This would be a great read for high schoolers in a personal finance or business entrepreneurship class.
cbober's review
5.0
I honestly didn't know much of what this book was about when I started reading it. I follow the author so I wanted to check it out. I didn't even read the full title.
It's a story. And I couldn't put it down. I'm not sure how to describe it. I definitely recommend for those are feeling financially stuck or otherwise. Or if you just need a new perspective on business, life and impact. This review isn't doing it justice but I think you should read it. It might remind you why we do the things we do other than paying off your student loans.
It's a story. And I couldn't put it down. I'm not sure how to describe it. I definitely recommend for those are feeling financially stuck or otherwise. Or if you just need a new perspective on business, life and impact. This review isn't doing it justice but I think you should read it. It might remind you why we do the things we do other than paying off your student loans.
indiescribe's review
4.0
This is a light read with a heftier takeaway. If you have followed Chris Guillebeau's blog, podcast, or earlier books so far you will slip right into the credo of starting something of your own.
Maybe, the storytelling will help you poke inertia in its belly and get moving. Or, maybe it will at least prompt you to start thinking about creative ideas on how you can monetize your skills and interests.
The tale of Jake and his journey from the backseat of a Mazda to something more hopeful isn't that mystical to be impossible. Some parts of it I guess are from the author's own experiences or from other side hustle success stories.
It's definitely not an "I started it from a garage and became a billionaire" pie in the sky story. It's more commonplace and thus more achievable.
Maybe, it will be a good precursor to books on self-employment, though the book in no way is about that way. It is about "The Third Way".
Pick it up on a weekend.
Maybe, the storytelling will help you poke inertia in its belly and get moving. Or, maybe it will at least prompt you to start thinking about creative ideas on how you can monetize your skills and interests.
The tale of Jake and his journey from the backseat of a Mazda to something more hopeful isn't that mystical to be impossible. Some parts of it I guess are from the author's own experiences or from other side hustle success stories.
It's definitely not an "I started it from a garage and became a billionaire" pie in the sky story. It's more commonplace and thus more achievable.
Maybe, it will be a good precursor to books on self-employment, though the book in no way is about that way. It is about "The Third Way".
Pick it up on a weekend.
scseward's review
4.0
Lots of information to get you thinking outside the box. Even though the story is fiction, it helps you to see the many different ways you can earn extra money. Overall, some very good ideas.
***I received an eARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
***I received an eARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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