The Success Equation
The Success Equation
Michael Mauboussin
Keith Rabois
Keith Rabois recommended this book on a Medium blog post.
Vinod Khosla
Important investing, business, sports. - Vinod Khosla
Bill Gurley
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The Success Equation

The Success Equation

Michael Mauboussin
Michael Mauboussin
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Michael Mauboussin
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In "The Success Equation," Michael Mauboussin embarks on a captivating journey that dissects the nuanced dance between skill and luck in the outcomes of our endeavors. With a keen analytical eye, Mauboussin proposes an innovative framework to quantify the extent to which randomness and unforeseen events shape our achievements. This exploration is not just academic; it is a practical guide designed to refine the lens through which we view success and failure, urging us to reconsider how we evaluate performance in various realms of life. Through a series of enlightening examples and rigorous analysis, the book illuminates the often-underestimated role of luck in our successes while offering strategies to mitigate its impact. By understanding the delicate balance between skill and chance, readers are empowered to make more informed decisions, enhance their productivity, and thus, tilt the scales of fortune in their favor. "The Success Equation" is more than a book; it's a roadmap for navigating the uncertain terrains of life and investment, promising to significantly diminish the sway of luck through the power of insight and informed action.

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Released
2012
16 Oct
Length
320
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Bill Gurley recommended this book on Quora.
Important investing, business, sports. - Vinod Khosla
Keith Rabois recommended this book on a Medium blog post.
There's a quick and easy way to test whether an activity involves skill: ask whether you can lose on purpose.
— Michael Mauboussin, The Success Equation

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