Quitter
Quitter
Jon Acuff
Dave Ramsey
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Quitter

Quitter: Closing the Gap Between Your Day Job and Your Dream Job

Jon Acuff
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Jon Acuff
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In "Quitter," Jon Acuff masterfully navigates the precarious bridge between the stability of a day job and the exhilarating pursuit of a dream job, crafting a narrative that is as inspirational as it is practical. With a wit as sharp as his insight, Acuff shares his personal journey from the confines of a cubicle to the liberation of living his dream, offering readers a candid look into the realities of making a significant career transition. Through a blend of compelling stories and actionable advice, this book dismantles the myth that achieving one's dream requires a leap of faith into financial and professional uncertainty. Instead, Acuff proposes a revolutionary approach that does not involve risking it all but rather emphasizes starting where you are with what you have. "Quitter" is not just a book about dreams; it's a roadmap for responsibly pursuing passion without sacrificing security, making it an indispensable guide for anyone standing at the crossroads of what is and what could be. Acuff's engaging prose is packed with practical strategies for closing the gap between your current job and your dream vocation, ensuring that "Quitter" is as useful as it is motivational. He addresses the fears and realities that hold many back, from financial concerns to the daunting prospect of failure, and provides a detailed plan for transitioning in a way that minimizes risk and maximizes the chance of success. Whether you're an artist trapped in an accountant's life, a teacher dreaming of entrepreneurship, or simply someone who senses a gap between your profession and your passion, "Quitter" offers the tools and encouragement needed to navigate the journey towards fulfilling work. Acuff's message is clear: You don't have to become a casualty of your dream by abandoning everything else; you can cultivate a career that bridges the gap between passion and practicality, and it starts right where you are.

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Released
2011
5 May
Length
242
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Recommended on Dave Ramsey's website.
90 percent perfect and shared with the world always changes more lives than 100 percent perfect and stuck in your head.
— Jon Acuff, Quitter

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