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‘The Infinite Game’ by Simon Sinek deserves 5 stars and I know I’ve finally found the Simon Sinek books that appeals to my heart and mind.
If you’re chasing the performance based results quarter by quarter, year by year or prioritising returns for Investors and C-Suite then there’s no doubt you’re playing the Finite Game. Those participating in the Finite Game play by the rules and ethical customs and will have a finite life in the market.
Those driven by a purpose and a Just Cause that is unachievable, allows all to participate and benefits those outside of the contributors have established themselves in the Infinite Game. This is the game we should all be in now, there are no winners because there is no end, but we create a better life for our workers, our investors, our customers and also the citizens of the world.
The Infinite Game is the answer to accountability, honesty, innovation and a better world for all.
If you’re chasing the performance based results quarter by quarter, year by year or prioritising returns for Investors and C-Suite then there’s no doubt you’re playing the Finite Game. Those participating in the Finite Game play by the rules and ethical customs and will have a finite life in the market.
Those driven by a purpose and a Just Cause that is unachievable, allows all to participate and benefits those outside of the contributors have established themselves in the Infinite Game. This is the game we should all be in now, there are no winners because there is no end, but we create a better life for our workers, our investors, our customers and also the citizens of the world.
The Infinite Game is the answer to accountability, honesty, innovation and a better world for all.
My bosses need to read this book.
Several years ago, the school district I worked for had a superintendent who asked all the leaders in the district to read It Starts With Why. Unfortunately, to use the terminology of this book, the school board is filled with Finite mindsets, and his contract was not renewed. He was replaced with someone who does not think the same way.
The current administration should read this book immediately.
Several years ago, the school district I worked for had a superintendent who asked all the leaders in the district to read It Starts With Why. Unfortunately, to use the terminology of this book, the school board is filled with Finite mindsets, and his contract was not renewed. He was replaced with someone who does not think the same way.
The current administration should read this book immediately.
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Mandatory work book club read.. i feel it was too repetitive and i hate reading business books ngl but i guess some of the “case studies” were interesting to read.
Repetitivă. Un fel de “this meeting could have been an email”.
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Summary: A incredible book about long-term beliefs and values versus short term goals and objectives.
Ok, so I’ll say upfront that this might be my favorite book I’ve read this year, especially in the non-fiction category. At its core The Infinite Game is about the difference in setting long term goals and objectives based on a businesses core beliefs and values, as opposed to setting short term objectives based on the current financial incentive (make the most money fast). While the book is clearly written from a business perspective, it is incredibly easy to apply these principles to your personal life. At times it was easy to forget Simon was writing from the lens of a business consultant and not a life coach.
For anyone that is familiar with Crossfit, and Ben Bergeron, he has recommended this book so much it’s crazy and I finally got around to reading it. It was 100% worth the time investment. The basic premise really is as simple as learning to set objectives based on your long term vision and core beliefs system (what Simon called a “just cause”), rather than a short term objective. By setting goals based on your just cause, you’re able to remain flexible when things change. He gives examples like: bringing music to the masses, not selling CDs; sharing stories with people, not selling books; helping busy people eat healthy on a budget, not selling a meal plan. Or from a more personal perspective, staying healthy into your 90s, not setting a new record for your deadlift.
I think it is this simplicity that allows The Infinite Game to be so applicable to anything you do. It forces you to ask why you want something. Why do you want that boat, to start that business, to lift more weight; because the why is the most important part of the goal. (See Start with Why, also by Simon Sinek).
I really like the way the book is written, the principles it talks about, and the authors restraint. It didn’t feel like he spent more time than he should on any topic and the book flowed well because of it. I’d honestly recommend this book to everyone I can. If you read, or listen to audiobooks, you should absolutely put this in your stack. It’s well worth it, and an amazing book.
Ok, so I’ll say upfront that this might be my favorite book I’ve read this year, especially in the non-fiction category. At its core The Infinite Game is about the difference in setting long term goals and objectives based on a businesses core beliefs and values, as opposed to setting short term objectives based on the current financial incentive (make the most money fast). While the book is clearly written from a business perspective, it is incredibly easy to apply these principles to your personal life. At times it was easy to forget Simon was writing from the lens of a business consultant and not a life coach.
For anyone that is familiar with Crossfit, and Ben Bergeron, he has recommended this book so much it’s crazy and I finally got around to reading it. It was 100% worth the time investment. The basic premise really is as simple as learning to set objectives based on your long term vision and core beliefs system (what Simon called a “just cause”), rather than a short term objective. By setting goals based on your just cause, you’re able to remain flexible when things change. He gives examples like: bringing music to the masses, not selling CDs; sharing stories with people, not selling books; helping busy people eat healthy on a budget, not selling a meal plan. Or from a more personal perspective, staying healthy into your 90s, not setting a new record for your deadlift.
I think it is this simplicity that allows The Infinite Game to be so applicable to anything you do. It forces you to ask why you want something. Why do you want that boat, to start that business, to lift more weight; because the why is the most important part of the goal. (See Start with Why, also by Simon Sinek).
I really like the way the book is written, the principles it talks about, and the authors restraint. It didn’t feel like he spent more time than he should on any topic and the book flowed well because of it. I’d honestly recommend this book to everyone I can. If you read, or listen to audiobooks, you should absolutely put this in your stack. It’s well worth it, and an amazing book.
Just wasnt very applicable to me. Get the concept but didn't need to finish
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A great concept that can be very powerful for behaviour change. But the book is so boring that I retained very little takeaways. I’m convinced this could be a 50 page book that would be a quick read and more powerful, because readers could re-read and reflect more often. Too many anecdotes and examples that add very little value.
informative
inspiring
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fast-paced
Great book and idea. It feels a bit repetitive and I wish there had also been a day to day implementation for “normal working people”.
Nevertheless it inspired me a lot regarding my next professional steps.
Nevertheless it inspired me a lot regarding my next professional steps.