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Quit

The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away

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Quit

By: Annie Duke
Narrated by: Annie Duke
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Learn when to grit, and when to quit.

We are often told that the secret to success is hard work, determination and hours of practice. But in a fast-changing world, what if the really crucial skill is knowing when to stick at something and when to change track and walk away?

Quit makes the under-appreciated case for quitting and also shows you how to get really good at it. Drawing on stories from elite athletes to Everest climbers, comedians to musicians, Annie Duke (who left a successful poker career) explains why learning to quit well is often crucial to success. She provides clear strategies for working out when to cut your losses from a business product that isn't working, a relationship turned toxic or a career that won't take you where you want to go.

You'll learn how to spot the blocks to good quitting behaviour—escalation commitment, desire for certainty and the status quo bias—and also how to use tools like quitting contracts, flexible goal-setting and premortems to help you quit cleanly and confidently.

Whether you're facing a make-or-break business decision, a life-altering personal choice or simply wanting to take more control of your life, Quit provides a toolkit for change to help you make the best next move.

©2022 Annie Duke (P)2022 Penguin Audio
Career Success Decision-Making & Problem Solving Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Career Celebrity Inspiring Business Success
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Great structure. Love the summaries for each chapter. Full of actionable takeaways. Very pleasant voice.

Annie has done it again

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I liked the overall concept and the way it was presented in a very clear and concise way

Wake up call

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Great narrator I love it when authors read their own work.

Best counter advice I would give is, if you feel like quitting the read/listen of this, persevere, take notes, and adapt it into your own practice.

Super good

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I was ashamed of myself for quitting Phd program after 1 year. Now I am proud of myself.

Very insightful

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Brought out the weird confusions and doublespeak we use day to day and helped to sort out the helpful from the unhelpful. Highly recommended

Really clarifying and fun.

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