Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World, (Hardcover)

from Writermala

I went through High School and college justifying my non-conformism by saying I was a non- non- conformist --that is, I was rebelling against my peer group who were rebelling against their parents. I was, therefore, relieved to read in this book that to be non-conformist is good. In fact the book...

from ShadowBarbara

Good book about how to generate new ideas, and manage emotions and work with others. Liked it and gained a few new insights

from addunn3

Interesting reading about characteristics of original thinkers. The author reveals upends many commonly held thoughts about creative thinkers.

from KendallBall

Ironically enough, this book really wasn't all that "original." It felt like a compilation of pretty basic management advice under the guise of having a common thread of fostering "originality." There are some things I will take away from it, but overall, meh...

from shelbycassie

I really enjoyed this book. I started understanding how I might be viewed at work and the difference it makes on whether you are in the middle or the extremes. Also, trying to be non-conformist for the sake of it does not work. You really have to be a non-conformist.