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Jump: Dare to Do What Scares You in Business and Life
Learn the approach that made serial-entrepreneur Kim Perell a multi-millionaire—and it could make you one too. Discover the simple, successful formula for facing fear head on, ditching the excuses that hold you back, and finding the courage to Jump into the next chapter of your life. Bestselling author and award-winning entrepreneur Kim Perrell shares her powerful personal story about hitting rock bottom and summoning the courage required to take a life-changing leap into the unknown. Broke, bankrupt, and afraid of change, she trusted her instincts, closed her eyes, and “jumped”. Kim’s self-belief, know-how, and ultimate triumph is an inspiration. Whether you’re jumping from a place of greatness or uncertainty, Jump Jump shows you how to overcome fear of the unknown and manifest success. Based on Kim’s twenty years of personal experiences alongside thousands of entrepreneurs, business professionals, and investors she’s worked with, she arms you with the knowledge, tools, and mindset necessary to reach unmatched levels of success. Every great story starts with a jump and Kim’s book will prepare you to take the leap!
224 pages, Hardcover
Published November 16, 2021
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December 16, 2021
Ahh ... there's not much like a good leadership book. And this is definitely one of them.
I read Rebecca Minkoff's book Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success earlier this year (and loved it, spoiler alert)--Perell's book _Jump_ is in a similar vein, and well worth a read. She writes engagingly, humorously, and frankly about her own struggles and successes in life, parsing out a number of insightful lessons.
No, I am not an entrepreneur (and am finally okay with that, lol). And maybe you're not either. Can non-entrepreneurs learn from this? Absolutely.
The challenge for me at times was to pull back a little bit and let my faith (ultimately, God) guide where the author places the self. "Your truth" (and its related messaging) is always a bit of a troublesome phrase for me in this regard; not that I was surprised to have it show up here, at all--I fully expected it, haha. So, knowing that and being prepared to rework that framework is something for me, at least, to be aware of and ready for.
I particularly enjoyed each chapter's "jump prep" and "jump hacks"--basically a built-in study guide--as well as several questions in Chapters 5-6 that are particularly timely as we approach the start of a new year.
I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
I read Rebecca Minkoff's book Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success earlier this year (and loved it, spoiler alert)--Perell's book _Jump_ is in a similar vein, and well worth a read. She writes engagingly, humorously, and frankly about her own struggles and successes in life, parsing out a number of insightful lessons.
No, I am not an entrepreneur (and am finally okay with that, lol). And maybe you're not either. Can non-entrepreneurs learn from this? Absolutely.
The challenge for me at times was to pull back a little bit and let my faith (ultimately, God) guide where the author places the self. "Your truth" (and its related messaging) is always a bit of a troublesome phrase for me in this regard; not that I was surprised to have it show up here, at all--I fully expected it, haha. So, knowing that and being prepared to rework that framework is something for me, at least, to be aware of and ready for.
I particularly enjoyed each chapter's "jump prep" and "jump hacks"--basically a built-in study guide--as well as several questions in Chapters 5-6 that are particularly timely as we approach the start of a new year.
I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
January 9, 2022
Love this book .
January 3, 2022
Ready? Set? Jump! I read this book just as I had accepted a position at a new job. Loved the motivation and insight that Kim provides.
March 19, 2024
Kim Perell's book Jump is about daring to trust your instincts and live a purposeful life. If you feel you are meant to be an entrepreneur or be successful in whatever field you function best, the author says Jump right in and make it happen.
Perell writes with the right attitude about topics such as three reasons to jump, master your mindset, turning fears into fuel, using your own powerful decision making, defining your own success, creating a one-year plan, using the art of relationship building and tapping into your inner strengths.
She introduces her readers to a concept I've not heard before, but I love it called the DWYSYWD - Do What You Say You Will Do. The acronym is the same frontward or backward. The book lays out ways to jump into business by planning, using your emotional courage and just flat out giving your idea a try.
UShe also talks about failing and getting back up and trying again. The business strategies are not all that new but writing about the emotional side of starting a business and possibly failing or possibly being a success offers some great insight in how successful entrepreneurs think.
She describes three types of jumpers, Survival Jumpers; Opportunity Jumpers and Stagnant Jumpers. Perell was forced to become a survival jumper when she got laid off from her high-profile, high-paying job. She found that jumping from rock bottom is easy because you have nowhere else to go but up.
She writes, "Stagnation is death. And change isn't as nearly as scary as it might seem on the surface."
Perell does provide the reader a number of relevant case studies including her own and her fathers' history of business.
I really liked the book and the concepts she introduces. I'd recommend this book to anyone looking to make any type of career or even personal changes in their life.
November 22, 2021
As Stevo’s Novel Ideas, I am a long-time book reviewer, member of the media, an Influencer, and a content provider. I received this book as a free review copy from either the publisher, a publicist, or the author, and have not been compensated for reviewing or recommending it.
This book was Stevo's Business Book of the Week for the week of 11/21, as selected by Stevo's Book Reviews on the Internet and Stevo's Novel Ideas. Dare to Do What Scares You in #Business and Life. You’re just one Jump away from greater fulfilment in your career, your life, and your future.
Most helpful to me is the section on how to build networks - not just yours, but helping others build theirs. One of Kim's quotes that resonates with me is: "One of my goals when I meet someone is to introduce them to someone else who can support them." If the relationship flourishes, they will always remember who introduced them.
Find more Business Books of the Week on my Goodreads Listopia page at https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/9..., and find many more reviewed and recommended books and products by searching for me on Google.
This book was Stevo's Business Book of the Week for the week of 11/21, as selected by Stevo's Book Reviews on the Internet and Stevo's Novel Ideas. Dare to Do What Scares You in #Business and Life. You’re just one Jump away from greater fulfilment in your career, your life, and your future.
Most helpful to me is the section on how to build networks - not just yours, but helping others build theirs. One of Kim's quotes that resonates with me is: "One of my goals when I meet someone is to introduce them to someone else who can support them." If the relationship flourishes, they will always remember who introduced them.
Find more Business Books of the Week on my Goodreads Listopia page at https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/9..., and find many more reviewed and recommended books and products by searching for me on Google.
December 12, 2021
It’s a fast read. I do like her breakdown of why people jump ship to a new job. This book is more for the entrepreneur who should take that risk and jump to it. Almost makes one wish schools would teach this.
‘I would like to have seen more examples of people who have ‘made it’ and not just the usual ones such as Oprah, Bill Gates, Facebook, Netflix, Ben and Jerry’s, etc. These are the ones everyone talks about but what about the ones that have made it but yet get no lime limelight?
Like with most of these books let’s face it the author has already succeeded in business. I doubt I’ll see a book about someone who has tried time and again and failed every single time.
I did want to know about her prior company that she had built and just seeing those hardships.
It’s not a bad book and if it helps someone in the end well that’s the best part.
https://theworldisabookandiamitsreade...
‘I would like to have seen more examples of people who have ‘made it’ and not just the usual ones such as Oprah, Bill Gates, Facebook, Netflix, Ben and Jerry’s, etc. These are the ones everyone talks about but what about the ones that have made it but yet get no lime limelight?
Like with most of these books let’s face it the author has already succeeded in business. I doubt I’ll see a book about someone who has tried time and again and failed every single time.
I did want to know about her prior company that she had built and just seeing those hardships.
It’s not a bad book and if it helps someone in the end well that’s the best part.
https://theworldisabookandiamitsreade...
November 19, 2021
If you're interested in a career change (especially the leap into entrepreneurship) and are scared to jump ship, this book might just give you the gentle kick in the ass you need.
Kim Perrel explains how many others did so including herself. And she provides you with a roadmap to figure out what you want and how to take action.
I listened to the audiobook and downloaded the supporting roadmap PDF.
Kim Perrel explains how many others did so including herself. And she provides you with a roadmap to figure out what you want and how to take action.
I listened to the audiobook and downloaded the supporting roadmap PDF.
January 6, 2022
Jump is a great motivation to make the change in your life you've been thinking about. Kim Perell writes in a frank and conversational tone putting together a plan that leans into making it personal not perfect. A great read.
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May 29, 2022
Better than I anticipated!
I thought perhaps this book would be full of fluff instead of substance but I was wrong! Kim includes relevant data, engaging stories, heartfelt personal experiences, and personal growth lessons and activities that will encourage you to make that JUMP! I want to leave my 20 year career in education to jump into my own business and this the perfect book to help me wrap my head around the fears, thoughts, and hesitation s holding me back.
I thought perhaps this book would be full of fluff instead of substance but I was wrong! Kim includes relevant data, engaging stories, heartfelt personal experiences, and personal growth lessons and activities that will encourage you to make that JUMP! I want to leave my 20 year career in education to jump into my own business and this the perfect book to help me wrap my head around the fears, thoughts, and hesitation s holding me back.
April 8, 2023
First few chapters were slow and not full of much new information, so I skimmed over some stuff.
But then I got to chapter four on decision-making and found it super helpful!! Chapter 8&9 were also great.
So basically, I think you could read chapters 4, 8, and 9 and get the best “meat” out of this book.
Key takeaways:
-be 70% ready
But then I got to chapter four on decision-making and found it super helpful!! Chapter 8&9 were also great.
So basically, I think you could read chapters 4, 8, and 9 and get the best “meat” out of this book.
Key takeaways:
-be 70% ready
January 2, 2022
Meh - it was a combo platter of snippets and strategies I’ve come across in any number of self-help style books.
The “One-Year Success Plan” is the single item I’ll take with me (and it was generally a quick enough read), so it’s not a total loss.
The “One-Year Success Plan” is the single item I’ll take with me (and it was generally a quick enough read), so it’s not a total loss.
February 1, 2022
Really enjoyed it. Kim does a nice job of summarizing things that are important in business and also ways to cope with getting over your fear of starting a new or improving on your current role. It was a quick read and she provides a ton of great antidotes on how to move forward, worth the time.
June 12, 2022
I listened to this ebook. I hated it. If I never have to hear “trust me” or “I guarantee it” again, it will be fine by me. Written from a privileged point of view with anecdotal examples. Few useful “tips”.
June 21, 2022
Easy read. Good intro into a self-help genre. I would reccomend it. It would also be a nice book for a recent grad from both high school or college. Or someone thinking to start a company. Few good nuggets for more experienced jumpers as well. Approachable content.
January 27, 2023
If you’re new to the subject this book could be a very helpful compilation. But for those more familiar with the subject you may find the information contained within a bit generic, though placed within an interesting enough life story to not make it hard to get through by any means.
November 28, 2021
Quick and easy read
January 1, 2022
Pretty solid, accessible and has handy challenges and summaries that you can apply like a workshop. Will explore more this year.
February 5, 2022
Inspirational!
March 29, 2022
Useful advice not just for work but for life in general. Want to change something? How to find the courage and change your thinking to actually do it
December 23, 2022
Great book! Kim Perell gave a lot of great advice on how to over come your fear to a point so you can make that jump to a new job. Good motivational tidbits too.
December 27, 2022
Summary: bias for action
January 11, 2023
The book was good . It sounded like she is influenced by Brene Brown
December 24, 2024
Reasonable read. Enjoyed the personal anecdotes about the author starting her own business.
February 3, 2024
truly inspiring. you are amazing, kim.
November 30, 2021
Kim Perell offers real-world advice for taking that next jump in your career and it is never too late to jump. Olivia Auerbach does a great job articulating the Audible version. The new book details Perell's own success, as well as the success of those from Sara Blakely (Spanx) to James Dyson (Dyson) to Reed Hastings (Netflix) along with many others. Jump offers a reminder that fear is fleeting while also a crucial part of success. I just finished reading this and would recommend it. ☕📚
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