The Upside of Uncertainty

A Guide to Finding Possibility in the Unknown

De: Nathan Furr, Susannah Harmon Furr

Narrado por: Dina Pearlman

Whether you're searching for courage to start a new project, change careers, launch a business, develop an idea, or reinvent yourself after a disappointment or life change, you will face uncertainty—that ambiguous and uncomfortable state that often makes us feel confused, anxious, and afraid to act. Though these moments are difficult, they offer opportunities for personal growth, innovation, and creativity.

In The Upside of Uncertainty, INSEAD professor Nathan Furr and entrepreneur Susannah Harmon Furr provide a sweeping guide to embracing uncertainty and transforming it into a force for good. Drawing from hundreds of interviews, along with pioneering research in psychology, innovation, and behavioral economics, Nathan and Susannah provide dozens of tools—including mental models, techniques, and reflections—for seeing the upside of uncertainty, developing a vision for what to do next, and opening ourselves up to new possibilities.

In our fast-paced, ever-changing world, uncertainty is on the rise. We face it every day. But few of us have been taught the techniques to navigate it well. The Upside of Uncertainty provides the inspiration, tools, and strategies you need to thrive through the inevitable plot twists in your life and career.

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Good stories but….

The book has a number of stories and examples that are all allegorical. Some of them provoke thoughts, some reference people who may be well known in some circles but are not known to me, so I found myself having to find out who they were and left me less inspired by some of those examples.
The idea in the book is not a new one but there are some good examples amping the many provided.
The book could have been a little shorter and would have met my needs better.
Worth a listen, but don’t expect eureka moments.

Excellent book for aspiring entrepreneurs

A wonderful audiobook on how to take change in stride. To roll with the punches and find the silver linings from all of life's gifts and lessons. A much easier read in this form than the thicker, dense text format. “Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” - Samuel Beckett

Embracing uncertainty

This book is easily in my top 5 favorite titles of all time. It provides the tools and inspiration you need to thrive through uncertain times and is type of book you’ll listen to again and again.

ok

collection on useful tips and anecdotes but can't say that I walked away with a ton new.

Real World Usable Advice

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I've always considered myself an optimist, but the ideas in this book really gave words to some of my core beliefs. I plan to use the tools offered as I navigate the uncertainty of life with head held high, enjoying every minute.

Helpful framework to pursue upsides of life in creative endeavors

Presented with tools and reflections to activate advice in applying to personal circumstances during times of uncertainty

maybe a worthwhile read for some but...

nothing much new for the cup-half-full person who naturally takes advantage of the upside of uncertainties. I couldn't finish it.