THE DIARY OF A CEO - BOOK REVIEW
There's this concept I called "Mental Masturbation" and I define it as "The habit of raising dopamine in the brain by telling people about one's goals, plans and how one want to do big things but never actually doing anything about it". Immediately I realized that I had this problem, I stopped telling people about my plans so my brain wouldn't think it has achieved the goal.
So, I saw this particular book "Diary of a CEO" by Steven Bartllett in the hands of a senior college. I didn't say a word, I just went ahead to download it because the title was so catchy for me. It was love at first sight. I told no one so my brain wouldn't think it has read it. Steven Bartllett is an Author I have never heard about and that gave me the ginger to go ahead to read the book. I had started and finished the book before Nircle even brought in the challenge, so it's easier to drop a review when they did.
"Diary of a CEO" is an insightful and inspiring book that offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to succeed in business or in life. Author Steven Bartlett shares his personal journey from dropping out of college to becoming a multimillionaire, and he offers practical advice on topics like goal-setting, time management, and overcoming failure.
On goal setting, Steven Bartlett emphasizes the importance of setting SMART goals, which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. He also stresses the importance of having a clear vision for what I want to achieve, and breaking down my goals into smaller, actionable steps. In addition, he discusses the importance of staying motivated and resilient in the face of challenges. He also provides examples of successful entrepreneurs who have overcome failure and setbacks to achieve their goals.
On Time management, He has some very practical advice on time management. He suggests using the 80/20 principle, which is the idea that 20% of your actions lead to 80% of your results. He also recommends breaking down my day into blocks of time and focusing on my task at a time, rather than multitasking. He also recommends avoiding distractions like social media and email during these focused work blocks. He believes that it's important to schedule time for rest and relaxation, as well as time for learning and personal development.
On overcoming failures, He stresses the importance of viewing failure as a learning opportunity, rather than a setback. He says that failure is inevitable in business, but that it's more important to learn from my mistakes than to avoid them. He also recommends embracing my failures and seeing them as part of your journey towards success. He says that successful entrepreneurs often experience more failures than average people, but they are willing to learn from them and keep moving forward.
Personally, I expected an entrepreneurial read, however, while the book tilt towards entrepreneurs, I believe its lessons are applicable to anyone who wants to improve their productivity, focus, and drive.
And then, In the final chapter of the book, Steven Bartlett says that success is not just about money or fame, but about finding fulfillment and happiness. He encourages readers to focus on building a life that they love, rather than chasing external validation. He also stresses the importance of self-reflection, gratitude, and being kind to yourself.
I strongly recommend this book.
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