Description
When a journalist looks for facts and connections between people who are a huge success, the outcome is always interesting. Malcolm Gladwell wrote his third book ‘Outliers: The story of success’ after extensive research and many interviews. If one thinks about it, is it possible to find a pattern in all the success stories of the world? Is it lies that take you ahead on your journey or is it just destiny and hard work? This book is honest, audacious and direct. The book starts with discussing why all Canadian Ice hockey players are born in the first half of the calendar and he goes on to evaluate the opportunities that came to Bill Gates and other celebrities. This book was debuted at number one in New York time’s bestsellers list. The author talks about the “10-000 hour rule”, where he claims that to be successful and excellent at any skill, you need a practice of 10-000 hours. It was very well received by critics. It contains an easy language and thus is a light read and informative book. The book is divided in two parts: Opportunity and Legacy. The book is autobiographical in nature. Gladwell, through this book makes a point in front of the readers that no one in this world can succeed alone. Everyone needs factors and support of people going in their direction although it might not be evident at times. This book is a good read if you are looking for some answers to the question of success.
Shobha Singh (Verified Purchase)
Really nice book. Points out flaws in certain systems which affects certain people who could have been elite of elite in their field. Also explains not only hard work is enough but you also need to be at the right place at the right time meeting right people with 10,000 hour rule.
charudatt ahire (Verified Purchase)
I had wonderful experience reading the book. But, we have remins yourself everytime the successful people took their work seriously and when opportunity came they grabbed them with both hands.
Sakthivel Kandasamy (Verified Purchase)
Malcolm nailed it! Wonderful book. Learned a lot out of it. I mean got the essence of it. Very practical and clearly explained stuff.
pradeep pandey (Verified Purchase)
Being a techie it was a revelation how Bill Gates and Bill Joy became the legend as they are !! I enjoyed the book thoroughly.
Abhishek dadwal (Verified Purchase)
This is about the best book I read So Far. Book is absolute must read for everyone. If you are 18 year or older, you should definitely read it.