Dustin answers “A lot of people say the ideas of the book...”

Nick asked this question about Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action:

A lot of people say the ideas of the book are great, but it's got too much fluff. Are there certain chapters that should be read and some that should be skipped, or are the ideas scattered throughout?

Dustin Certainly - although you'll miss some great flavor! I personally found this to be a pretty quick read. To shorten it up, you could focus on the first …moreCertainly - although you'll miss some great flavor! I personally found this to be a pretty quick read. To shorten it up, you could focus on the first 100 pages and skim the rest - although be sure to read the bit about his "celery test" in chapters 9 and 10. Also the afterward is a good description of what leadership is. Honestly, Simon's talks are better than his books - watch some first, get a feel for how he thinks; if you enjoy those, you'll enjoy the book. (less)

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