How Will You Measure Your Life
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How Will You Measure Your Life
Clayton Christensen
8 people recommended it in 8 threads, 2014–2026.
What people on Hacker News said
Using a series of personal anecdotes, stories, observations from sociological & psychological research, the book assisted me in developing a perspective & framework to understand what my priorities are & perhaps could / should be, helping me get a better sense of what I could / should do with my time.
The book offers much counsel on family, parenting and profession.
He basically took business strategy and applied it to personal life and career choices.
Where it comes up
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