Stretch: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Stretch containing key details about the book.
What is Stretch About?
"Stretch: How to Future-Proof Yourself for Tomorrow's Workplace" is a guide on how to develop skills and become adaptable in a rapidly-changing job market.
The problem is you are so busy keeping up with the day-to-day that you can't prepare for tomorrow. Stretch: How to Future Proof Yourself for Tomorrow's Workplace gives you the confidence and knowledge you need to achieve your goals in an ever-changing world. Karie Willyerd and Barbara Mistick—established experts and the collective winners of dozens of awards in the field of personal development and learning—offer evidence-based guidance on obtaining the skills you will need to thrive in tomorrow's workplace.
Summary Points & Takeaways from Stretch
Some key summary points and takeaways from the book include:
* Stretching involves expanding your resources, such as time, money, and energy, by looking beyond your immediate circumstances.
* Stretch thinking involves seeing problems as opportunities, being creative and resourceful, and taking calculated risks.
* To stretch, you need to let go of limiting beliefs, embrace uncertainty, and be open to new ideas and experiences.
* Stretching can lead to personal and professional growth, increased resilience, and greater satisfaction in work and life.
* To get started, identify areas where you feel stuck, make small changes to your habits and routines, and seek out new experiences and challenges.
Who is the author of Stretch?
KARIE WILLYERD is the Workplace Futurist for SuccessFactors, an SAP company. She is the coauthor of the bestseller, The 2020 Workplace: How Innovative Companies Attract, Develop & Keep Tomorrow's Employees Today.
BARBARA MISTICK is the President of Wilson College. Recently, she made history pioneering the nation's first loan buy-back program for college students. She is a seasoned entrepreneur and was named a Distinguished Service Professor at Carnegie Mellon University.
Book Details
- Print length: 272 pages
- Genre: Business/li>
Stretch Chapters
Chapter 1 :The Stretch Imperative
Chapter 2:Learn on the Fly
Chapter 3:Be Open
Chapter 4:Build a Diverse Network
Chapter 5:Be Greedy About Experiences
Chapter 6:Bounce Forward
Chapter 7:Stretch into Your Future
What do critics say?
Here's what one of the prominent reviewers had to say about the book: “Compelling and rigorous, yet fresh in approach, the authors come within reach of extraordinary, not only as a guide for a successful career but also for making the most out of life.” — Joseph Grenny, bestselling author of Crucial Conversations
* The editor of this summary review made every effort to maintain information accuracy, including any published quotes, chapters, or takeaways. If you're interested in furthering your personal growth, you may want to explore my list of favorite self-improvement books. These books, which have had a significant impact on my life, are carefully curated and come with summaries and key lessons.
Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
