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How Will You Measure Your Life?

By: Clayton M. Christensen, James Allworth
Narrated by: Jeff Woodman
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In 2010, world-renowned innovation expert Clayton M. Christensen gave a powerful speech to the Harvard Business School's graduating class. Drawing upon his business research, he offered a series of guidelines for finding meaning and happiness in life. He used examples from his own experiences to explain how high achievers can all too often fall into traps that lead to unhappiness.

The speech was memorable not only because it was deeply revealing but also because it came at a time of intense personal reflection: Christensen had just overcome the same type of cancer that had taken his father's life. As Christensen struggled with the disease, the question "How do you measure your life?" became more urgent and poignant, and he began to share his insights more widely with family, friends, and students.

In this groundbreaking book, Christensen puts forth a series of questions: How can I be sure that I'll find satisfaction in my career? How can I be sure that my personal relationships become enduring sources of happiness? How can I avoid compromising my integrity - and stay out of jail? Using lessons from some of the world's greatest businesses, he provides incredible insights into these challenging questions.

How Will You Measure Your Life? is full of inspiration and wisdom, and will help students, midcareer professionals, and parents alike forge their own paths to fulfillment.

©2012 Clayton M. Christensen, James Allworth, and Karen Dillon (P)2012 HarperCollinsPublishers

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Very fulfilling and thoughtful

I definitely enjoyed listening to this book, having to go back through it again just to make sure I could grasp all that it entails. wish it was a bit longer and delved deeper into some of the topics at times but overall, I was very satisfied with its knowledge and discussions

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Excellent listen

Referenced in Arthur Brooks recent work “From strength to strength” . I was curious about this book and it was excellent. Very insightful and just what I needed as I navigate a crossroads in my life. Thank you Clayton.

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Clayton's General Theory of Life

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Clay Christensen's work culminates in generalization of the principals he first described in his book The Innovator's Solution. This time his focus moves from disruptive business models to the application of the "Job to be done" theory on a personal level. Narration is illustrated with some of the same business case studies used in his previous books, but is tied back to the personal level by stories and experiences from Clay's own life.

I have always admired the motto: "There's nothing more practical then a good theory." This book certainly delivers an excellent lens to look at your life and gives you good grip to steer it where you want to. Highly recommended!

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Outstanding.

Probably one of the most intriguing books I've read on this topic. Clayton uses business analogies to teach some of life's greatest lessons.

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enlightening. makes you think about your purpose
good association and contrasting among life and company strategies

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Totally loved it !

This is definitely the most interesying audio book I have ever bought! Thank you Clayton!

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A perspective shift in the right direction!

This book blew my mind! As a city manager, I felt like I was doing life semi successfully. I was intrigued as I listened to find that my life and my focus needed some major adjustment, and that how I spend my time and my greatest priorities needed alignment. This is a delightful book with memorable examples that help the principles stick.

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Should be mandatory for every tenth grader in USA

Insightful, motivational and honest. I listened twice and sent it to my children. Pertinent examples. Thanks for tools and skills

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Great insights

Really enjoyed this, the merge of business theory and life application was enjoyable and useful.
Stepping back and thinking why and how was important for me.

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great book. very thoughtful!

Lots going on in this book. plenty of walk aways and things to ponder. author presents clear paths to help shape your life...

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