The King's Flyswatter

A Parable for Moving Up in Work and Life

By: Dana Robinson

Narrated by: Dana Robinson

Length: 3 hrs and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

The best way to succeed in business, or anywhere, is to shed one's sense of entitlement, stop looking for someone else to provide opportunities and rewards, quit wishing on a star, and chart a pathway to success.

This book is about a story as old as time: a person taking control of their own destiny. A boy becomes the king's flyswatter, a seemingly unimportant job with no real prospects. Compared to today's world, where employees expect a succinct and tangible path of promotions and raises, fly-swatting seems like torture. But, with the help of a few key mentors, Ubar of ancient Babylon learns that there's more to the position than meets the eye. After all, he spends his days standing at the wise king's side, watching as he renders royal judgment on his citizens' disagreements. It's Ubar's responsibility to learn as much as possible without sacrificing his performance at swatting flies, a mundane job.

The parable of the King's Flyswatter holds up remarkably well when entwined with modern stories of people who took the skills they learned in their jobs and set off on their own paths. Modern day executives and entrepreneurs understand the importance of going above and beyond at work, forging connections, and gaining a deeper understanding of the industry, even when they hated the job. They mastered their job, their boss's job, and made themselves invaluable as employees. That hard work and dedication paid off later when they were able to pursue a lifestyle that suited their needs, financial and emotional. They gained agency once they realized that they worked for themselves, even in a monotonous job working for someone else. This is the Way of the Flyswatter.

The King's Flyswatter is a combination of an ancient parable and the author's real-life experiences as an entrepreneur, all wrapped up in actionable wisdom that working-people can use to find their own path to success. The alternating chapters about the author's own journey, and the stories of his friends and business partners, help punctuate the book with actionable principles and real-life applications.

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An absolute must read for everyone!

Prepare to be inspired! 'The King's Flyswatter' is a must read for all! Dana Robinson not only spins a fantastical narrative but also imparts invaluable lessons on the importance of learning, hard work, and the entrepreneurial spirit.

Through the gripping adventures of the protagonist, a servant turned head of the kingdom, Robinson artfully demonstrates how learning and hard work serves as the cornerstone of success. 'The King's Flyswatter' is a testament to the idea that learning isn't just about acquiring facts but about unlocking the door to endless possibilities and opportunities.

Most importantly, 'The King's Flyswatter' celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit – that daring drive to innovate, create, and chart a course toward a brighter future. The protagonist embodies the very essence of entrepreneurship: taking risks, challenging the status quo, and forging new paths where none existed before.

In 'The King's Flyswatter,' Dana Robinson has crafted more than just a captivating story; she has created a blueprint for success. Through his deft storytelling and profound insights, Robinson proves that the principles of learning, hard work, and entrepreneurship are universal, transcending the boundaries of fiction to inspire readers of all ages to reach for the stars.