{"title":"Bill Gurley","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful world of self-help and personal development with the works of Bill Gurley. Known for his compelling narratives and practical wisdom, Gurley offers readers the tools they need to chase their ambitions and realise their full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most acclaimed contributions, \u003cem\u003eRunnin' Down a Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, inspires and guides individuals on a journey toward achieving their dreams. With engaging storytelling and actionable advice, Gurley helps his readers navigate the complexities of ambition and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're striving for personal success or looking to kickstart a transformative change in your life, Bill Gurley's books provide the essential guidance to chart your path. Dive into his collection and explore the art of turning dreams into reality, with valuable insights that resonate well beyond the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"runnin-down-a-dream-by-bill-gurley-9781911709862","title":"Runnin' Down a Dream","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn unconventional, no-bullshit guide to forging a rewarding career that matches your passions in the world—from leading venture capitalist Bill Gurley, based on his viral college talk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHumans spend an estimated 80,000 hours of their lives at work. Shouldn't that time be spent doing something you love? How can you avoid the trap of career regret?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Bill Gurley is known for his successful investments in companies like Uber. But before he found his dream job in venture capital, Gurley came close to falling into a trap that affects millions—\u003cstrong\u003ecareer regret\u003c\/strong\u003e. Family pressure and a broken education system push too many young people onto a conveyer belt where the destination is a small subset of idealised \"safe\" jobs. But, as new research by Gurley and the Wharton School of Business shows, 6 in 10 people are likely to regret their career choice years down the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the past two decades, Gurley has observed people who have climbed to the top in fields ranging from technology to hospitality to entertainment—and who radiate joy in their chosen field. Why did they thrive while others floundered? Is there a formula to finding your dream job?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eRunnin' Down a Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, Gurley breaks down the components of success, identifying six key tenets that will set young people up for flourishing, purpose-filled careers. From chasing your curiosity and honing your craft to going where the action is to always giving back, Gurley brings them to life—through his own captivating, straight-talk voice and revealing stories of a handful of iconic individuals who epitomise them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Life,' as Gurley writes, 'is a use-it-or-lose-it proposition.' A much-needed corrective to talk of 'lazy jobs' and 'quiet quitting,' this book will inspire a new generation to step off the conveyer belt, find the things that make them insatiably curious, and turn those fascinations into a thriving career—where the work doesn't feel like work at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083906990316,"sku":"9781911709862","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/ed99f306d30fd0a0651434536334f903.jpg?v=1765310565"},{"product_id":"runnin-down-a-dream-by-bill-gurley-9781911709855","title":"Runnin' Down a Dream","description":"An unconventional, no-bullshit guide to forging a rewarding career that matches your passions in the world-from leading venture capitalist Bill Gurley, based on his viral college talk\n\nHumans spend an estimated 80,000 hours of their lives at work. 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