The Art of Insubordination

How to Dissent and Defy Effectively

De: Todd B. Kashdan

Narrado por: Todd B. Kashdan

A highly practical and researched-based toolbox for anyone who wants to create a world with more justice, creativity, and courage.

For too long, the term insubordination has evoked negative feelings and mental images. But for ideas to evolve and societies to progress, it’s vital to cultivate rebels who are committed to challenging conventional wisdom and improving on it. Change never comes easily. And most would-be rebels lack the skills to overcome hostile audiences who cling desperately to the way things are.

Based on cutting-edge research, The Art of Insubordination is the essential guide for anyone seeking to be heard, make change, and rebel against an unhealthy status quo. Learn how to

Resist the allure of complacency

Discover the value of being around people who stop conforming and start deviating.

Produce messages that influence the majority-- when in the minority.

Build mighty alliances

Manage the discomfort when trying to rebel

Champion ideas that run counter to traditional thinking

Unlock the benefits of being in a group of diverse people holding divergent views

Cultivate curiosity, courage, and independent, critical thinking in youth

Filled with engaging stories about dissenters in the trenches as well as science that will transform your thinking. The Art of Insubordination is for anyone who seeks more justice, courage, and creativity in the world.

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Winner of the Excessively Prestigious Book Award

Behavioral Scientist Best Summer Book Reads

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“Todd Kashdan combines cutting-edge science and real-life stories about the kind of insubordination we need to make the world a better place. This is the book that all virtuous rebels need.”
—Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better

"Why is it so difficult to do the right thing, especially when the system pushes against us? In this engaging, well-researched book, you'll discover practical ways to speak up, show up and make a difference."
—Seth Godin, author of Poke the Box

“Although dissent is an art, Kashdan shows us something even more important and practical—it’s also a science. He does so with an array of captivating and instructive accounts that reveal the value of this skill.”
—Robert B. Cialdini, author of Influence and Pre-Suasion

"Our world is broken, and this book can help us fix it. Todd Kashdan's work shows us the most effective ways to defy injustice and shake up the status quo — in both big and small ways. This is the book we've been waiting for."
—Judson Brewer, New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety

“With new research and original, inspiring stories, Kashdan has delivered a manifesto for individuals and organizations who want to spark innovation and creativity.”
—Susan David, PhD, author of the #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller Emotional Agility

"If the goal is to continually improve society and make your teams better, read this book. My hope is that The Art of Insubordination will be widely read to inspire a new generation of rebels with a cause."
—Greg Lukianoff, co-author of the New York Times bestseller The Coddling of the American Mind

"A useful primer for those determined to make waves for a good cause."
—Kirkus Reviews

Interesting and Practical

This was a fantastic short listen that covers how to respectfully disagree with others without alienating anyone. This can be applied in several different domains. The author uses the term principled insubordination to describe how to be a rebel with an intention. He clarifies that principled insubordination should have an intention with a positive social outcome, and it is not to rebel for the sake of it or to do it for likes and external validation nor should it come from a sense of superiority.

Some things that stood out were the studies referenced in the field of psychology and neuroscience that showed that you will gain a better interaction with others approaching an issue from a place of curiosity rather than fear, guilt or shame. When an issue is approached with fear, the parts of the brain that are open to new experiences shut down, and existing beliefs become more solidified. It’s better to approach a topic as a scientist rather than a lawyer trying to win an argument.

There is also some great content towards the end of the book where the author discusses how to instill a sense of responsibility and agency with kids so that they’re less likely to become aimless later on in life.

Lost me in the middle, ending got my blood flowing

Incredibly strong beginning and ending with a weaker middle portion. Very solid call to action and clearly a well though out work of writing. Impressive breadth of examples.

Fascinating book on the value of dissent

I’m the author of a book on group dynamics and was nevertheless intrigued by the new insights and studies shared in this book by Todd Kashdan. He explains why we should all care about dissenters—even when we disagree with them—because they unlock our own capacity to share our authentic beliefs and perspectives to make the world a bit better.

Good concepts

Good concepts, but self affirming and tone def at times. Progressive for progressive sake is boring and self endulgent.

Practice Makes Perfect

By embracing the art of insubordination, I've discovered the strength in voicing my opinions respectfully and asserting my ideas with confidence. This newfound assertiveness has not only improved my work relationships but also empowered my colleagues to do the same.

Overall, "The Art of Insubordination" is a game-changer, offering valuable insights into transforming workplace dynamics. It encourages readers to challenge the status quo, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to navigate the corporate world with courage and authenticity.

Practical and wise advice for rebels

Helped me a great deal to be more strategic in dissenting well to help make the world a better place!

The Difficulty Implicit In Making a Difference

Question: What do I think of this book?

Response: Who gives a fuck?

Question: What did I get out of this book? What can I do differently now, that I wasn’t doing before?

Response: Now that’s a better question!

Firstly, the many tips, skills, and practices that Todd provides to bolster psychological flexibility, to understand our biases, or to connect better with others and groups, are not things that once learned, are instantly mastered. I cannot say that I’ve gained any rewards from such practices, because those practices, need to be practiced. The thing I can be immediately left with is a perspective:

To make a difference, you can’t expect it to be easy.

Now it is one thing to say this, or hear it as some slogan for some sports brand, but it is another thing to say this authentically.
In the aftermath of reading Todd’s book, Todd left me saying this in a way that I believe to be authentic.
Championing hard work can be said as a platitude. Knowing that there will be difficulty implicit in making a difference, again, can be overused empty “words of wisdom”.
After reading Todd’s book, those hollow words become real. Platitudes become failed attempts to capture a greater perspective.
Todd’s book gives you that perspective, to think different, do different, not do it alone, and stick to it when different gets difficult.

Now only time can tell what the actual implimentation of such a perspective and practices might look like for me or you. But the stories told by the psychological literature, and the stories told about great principled insubordination of the past, are stories that Todd captures and conveys beautifully.

I listened to the book as an Audiobook, but I intend to get a physical copy as a guidebook for my future self, who Fate Permitting, is going head first into the difficulty of doing things different. Not for the sake of differentiation, but to make a positive change in the world writ large.

In other words, The Art of Insubordination.

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Ben Spaloss

Great explanation of the components to successful dissent

This book brought for many helpful examples of real-life situations and the consequences of dissent. Great breakdown of the components that lead to successful dissent. Inspiring.

Interesting End...

So it was a really great book basically about "going against the grain" being a dissenter he calls it. Then, suddenly at the end of the book he blames the people not following the "rules" for the death of a loved one................................

I found this very confusing given he just told us how and why we should dissent for several chapters spanning like 6-8 hours (don't remember the full length). It was a great informative book. I enjoyed it. But still confused.

Food for thought. You and you alone are responsible for your life and actions. Go live it, stop wondering what others may think!

Leftist views peppered in constantly

Reminder to research the author before wasting an audible credit(s). Constantly espouses every leftist ideology as if going through a checklist of one sided explanations on why life isn’t fair to “protected classes”. 👎🏽