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Win Or Die: Lessons for Life from Game of Thrones
Why do people follow Jon Snow into battle?
What makes Tyrion Lannister such an effective advisor?
How has Daenerys Targaryen overcome so many challengers?
And, in stressful life situations, how can you avoid losing your own head?
Westeros is a harsh, volatile and bloody landscape, but so is the real world. Every day you're presented with challenges; decisions on which roads to take, which risks to confront and whether you should answer the call to adventure and go for the option that's outside of your comfort zone. From the middle of the battleground, it can be difficult to see where the victory lies.
In this fascinating book, leading business expert Bruce Craven analyses the various players in the Game of Thrones world, following their moves as they learn how to face conflict, build resilience, develop contextual and emotional intelligence, improve their long-term vision and more.
An entertaining and accessible guide through our dangerous work, home and social lives, Win or Die shows that even when enemies are at the city gates and dragons circle above, you too can turn threat into opportunity, win the mental battle and get to the top of your game.
What makes Tyrion Lannister such an effective advisor?
How has Daenerys Targaryen overcome so many challengers?
And, in stressful life situations, how can you avoid losing your own head?
Westeros is a harsh, volatile and bloody landscape, but so is the real world. Every day you're presented with challenges; decisions on which roads to take, which risks to confront and whether you should answer the call to adventure and go for the option that's outside of your comfort zone. From the middle of the battleground, it can be difficult to see where the victory lies.
In this fascinating book, leading business expert Bruce Craven analyses the various players in the Game of Thrones world, following their moves as they learn how to face conflict, build resilience, develop contextual and emotional intelligence, improve their long-term vision and more.
An entertaining and accessible guide through our dangerous work, home and social lives, Win or Die shows that even when enemies are at the city gates and dragons circle above, you too can turn threat into opportunity, win the mental battle and get to the top of your game.
304 pages, Paperback
Published April 4, 2019
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September 5, 2024
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I might have rated this book a bit harshly, because it just wasn't for me. I haven't read Game of Thrones so I didn't get much out of it. A lot of the book makes reference and fully analyzes Game of Thrones. I don't recommend reading this book if you haven't read Game of Thrones. There are some leadership ideas, however, nothing new. There is very little leadership theory, and a lot of explaining via Game of Thrones. While the author aims to draw parallels between the challenges faced by the characters in Westeros and real-world leadership scenarios, the book seems to cater primarily to fans of the series. Without prior understanding of the characters and their arcs, the lessons feel abstract and disconnected.
For those who are avid followers of Game of Thrones, this book might provide an enjoyable and thought-provoking read. 2 stars.
I might have rated this book a bit harshly, because it just wasn't for me. I haven't read Game of Thrones so I didn't get much out of it. A lot of the book makes reference and fully analyzes Game of Thrones. I don't recommend reading this book if you haven't read Game of Thrones. There are some leadership ideas, however, nothing new. There is very little leadership theory, and a lot of explaining via Game of Thrones. While the author aims to draw parallels between the challenges faced by the characters in Westeros and real-world leadership scenarios, the book seems to cater primarily to fans of the series. Without prior understanding of the characters and their arcs, the lessons feel abstract and disconnected.
For those who are avid followers of Game of Thrones, this book might provide an enjoyable and thought-provoking read. 2 stars.
August 12, 2019
I like the way Bruce blended in various theories and philosophies from other famous inspirational authors I.e. Nick Craig and Daniel Goleman to his review. This has certainly enhanced its credibility. It is also good to see some comparison of scenarios in the real business industry, where we can easily cross-check with our own situations when comes to self-evaluation and practice. To me, it feels like reading an MBA thesis with cross-references and analysis... Easy reading but generating lots of deep thoughts throughout the process.
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