Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual (Unabridged)
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Publisher Description
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
From the New York Times bestselling author of I'm Judging You, a hilarious and transformational book about how to tackle fear--that everlasting hater--and audaciously step into lives, careers, and legacies that go beyond even our wildest dreams
Luvvie Ajayi Jones is known for her trademark wit, warmth, and perpetual truth-telling. But even she's been challenged by the enemy of progress known as fear. She was once afraid to call herself a writer, and nearly skipped out on doing a TED talk that changed her life because of imposter syndrome. As she shares in Professional Troublemaker, she's not alone.
We're all afraid. We're afraid of asking for what we want because we're afraid of hearing "no." We're afraid of being different, of being too much or not enough. We're afraid of leaving behind the known for the unknown. But in order to do the things that will truly, meaningfully change our lives, we have to become professional troublemakers: people who are committed to not letting fear talk them out of the things they need to do or say to live free.
With humor and honesty, and guided by the influence of her professional troublemaking Nigerian grandmother, Funmilayo Faloyin, Luvvie walks us through what we must get right within ourselves before we can do the things that scare us; how to use our voice for a greater good; and how to put movement to the voice we've been silencing--because truth-telling is a muscle.
The point is not to be fearless, but to know we are afraid and charge forward regardless. It is to recognize that the things we must do are more significant than our fears. This book is about how to live boldly in spite of all the reasons we have to cower. Let's go!
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
From her articles in The New York Times to her TED Talk to her spot on Oprah’s inaugural SuperSoul 100 list, Luvvie Ajayi Jones’ career accomplishments are pretty breathtaking. But her success didn’t happen overnight. Part memoir, part self-help guide, Professional Troublemaker shares the steps that Luvvie took to become a best-selling author and social-media star. Her simple philosophy emphasizes that it’s not about becoming absolutely fearless but about working past your fears: “The things we must do are more significant than the things we are afraid to do.” From negotiating your salary to delivering hard truths to the people who need to hear them, this invaluable advice is universal. Throughout, she delivers insightful journaling prompts, designed to help you clarify your visions for your career, relationships, and other life goals, with a “You got this” sense of encouragement and plenty of humor. Big dreams require bold moves, and Professional Troublemaker gives you the confidence to make them.
Customer Reviews
A Lifetime Gem
I have no idea how I stumbled upon this amazing book but I’m extremely grateful I did. Just finished listening to a free audio book vision and now I’m ready to spend my coins to keep this book forever! I can’t wait to highlight all of the gems I found to keep me propelling in my goals. I felt as if Luvvie was my long lost big sister who could read me like the back of her hand. I related to so much she shared that I kept saying yep, yesss, and RIGHT! As I listened along. Definitely sharing the book with all of my A-type family/friends- heck everyone that I know. Thank you Luvvie for this masterpiece.
Extremely repetitive
I really wanted to love this book, but there was so much unnecessary repetition without new substance! I decided to cut my losses after listening to 30% / a couple hours of the audiobook, and I make a point of finishing every book I start. This one just wasn’t worth it. Just watch the TED Video 🙈
Outstanding!!!!
Soooooooo many gems and incredible storytellng. Absolutely brilliant and a must and definite relisten!!!!