About the Author
Eric Barker
ISBN 9780062852205
Rs. 880
HarperOne
Barking Up the Wrong Tree
Who it's for: Readers interested in psychology and evidence-based success strategies
Most conventional wisdom about success is earnest but fundamentally flawed. In "Barking Up the Wrong Tree," Eric Barker examines the scientific evidence to uncover what truly drives achievement and how anyone can apply these insights.Why You Should Read? Learn why top academic performers often don't become the wealthiest and how perceived weaknesses can be strengths. Discover the surprising truths about cooperation and competition, challenging the notion of "nice guys finish last." Explore effective approaches to building resilience and perseverance, contrasting with common confidence-boosting myths. Gain practical, unconventional strategies for finding work-life balance from diverse historical and fictional figures.
Highlights
- Explains why top academic performers often aren't the wealthiest
- Shows how perceived weaknesses can be strengths
- Challenges the 'nice guys finish last' notion with surprising truths
- Offers effective approaches to resilience and perseverance
- Provides unconventional strategies for work-life balance from diverse figures
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Questions about this book
What is the main argument of the book?
The book argues that conventional wisdom about success is often flawed, and it uses scientific evidence to uncover what truly drives achievement.
Does the book discuss why academic success doesn't always lead to wealth?
Yes, it explores why top academic performers often don't become the wealthiest, suggesting that other factors play a role in financial success.
What does the book say about cooperation and competition?
It reveals surprising truths about cooperation and competition, challenging the idea that 'nice guys finish last'.
Are there practical strategies for work-life balance?
Yes, the book provides practical, unconventional strategies for finding work-life balance, drawing from historical and fictional figures.