The Power of Starting Something Stupid

320 pages, 2013

Richie Norton

business & management

1082 books

self-improvement

909 books

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Description

You've probably heard that to be successful, you must do things that others may consider foolish. But is this true? The truth is that the world's smartest people don't flee from stupidity; rather, they embrace it (in a smart way). Richie Norton redefines stupid as we know it in The Power of Starting Something Stupid, revealing how life-changing ideas are frequently fatally mislabeled as stupid.

What if the potential of those dumb ideas is the key to your success? This profoundly enlightening book will teach you: How to face your fears, achieve your goals and live a life without regrets. How to overcome challenges such as a lack of time, education, or financial resources. And finally—The New Smarts 5 steps to achieving genuine success. There will be no more excuses!

Embrace the Stupid

In The Power of Starting Something Stupid, Richie Norton encourages us to embrace what others may call 'stupid'. He argues that what may seem like a silly idea at first, could actually be a game-changer. So, don't be afraid to explore those 'stupid' ideas, they might just lead to something amazing.

Start Now

Norton emphasizes the importance of starting now, not later. He believes that waiting for the 'perfect' time is a trap that leads to inaction. So, if you have an idea, take a look into it and start working on it right away. Don't wait for the stars to align, make your own constellation.

Fear is a Motivator

Fear can either paralyze you or motivate you. In his book, Norton suggests that we should use fear as a motivator rather than a deterrent. If an idea scares you, it might be worth researching. After all, great things never came from comfort zones.

Learn from Failure

Failure is not the end, it's just a stepping stone to success. Norton encourages us to see failure as a learning opportunity. So, if your 'stupid' idea doesn't work out, don't give up. Instead, find out what went wrong, learn from it, and try again.

Make a Difference

The Power of Starting Something Stupid isn't just about personal success. Norton also talks about the impact we can have on others. He urges us to use our 'stupid' ideas to make a difference in the world. So, check your ideas, are they just about you or can they benefit others too?

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The Power of Starting Something Stupid is a guide to getting the most out of life. It's a call to action to get out of our comfort zones and start something 'stupid' - that is, something we've always wanted to do but thought we couldn't.

Stephen M. R. Covey - Author, Speaker

Richie Norton has written a book about courage. The courage to do work that matters and to do it with your heart and your soul. Go make something happen.

Michael Hyatt - Author, Blogger

This book will make you uncomfortable in a good way. The world needs more people who don't conform and follow their own path.