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Late Bloomers
- The Power of Patience in a World Obsessed with Early Achievement
- Narrated by: Fred Sanders
- Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins
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Publisher's summary
A groundbreaking exploration of how finding one's way later in life can be an advantage to long-term achievement and happiness.
“What Yogi Berra observed about a baseball game - it ain't over till it's over - is true about life, and [Late Bloomers] is the ultimate proof of this.... It’s a keeper.” (Forbes)
We live in a society where kids and parents are obsessed with early achievement, from getting perfect scores on SATs to getting into Ivy League colleges to landing an amazing job at Google or Facebook - or even better, creating a start-up with the potential to be the next Google, Facebook or Uber. We see coders and entrepreneurs becoming millionaires or billionaires before age 30 and feel we are failing if we are not one of them.
Late bloomers, on the other hand, are undervalued - in popular culture, by educators and employers, and even unwittingly by parents. Yet the fact is a lot of us - most of us - do not explode out of the gates in life. We have to discover our passions, talents, and gifts. That was true for author Rich Karlgaard, who had a mediocre academic career at Stanford (which he got into by a fluke) and after graduating, worked as a dishwasher and night watchman before finally finding the inner motivation and drive that ultimately led him to start up a high-tech magazine in Silicon Valley and eventually to become the publisher of Forbes magazine.
There is a scientific explanation for why so many of us bloom later in life. The executive function of our brains doesn't mature until age 25 - and later for some. In fact, our brain's capabilities peak at different ages. We actually enjoy multiple periods of blooming in our lives. Moreover, late bloomers enjoy hidden strengths because they take their time to discover their way in life - strengths coveted by many employers and partners - including curiosity, insight, compassion, resilience, and wisdom.
Based on several years of research, personal experience, and interviews with neuroscientists, psychologists, and countless people at different stages of their careers, Late Bloomers reveals how and when we achieve our full potential.
Praise for Late Bloomers
“The underlying message that we should ‘consider a kinder clock for human development’ is a compelling one.” (Financial Times)
“Late Bloomers spoke to me deeply as a parent of two millennials and as a coach to many new college grads (the children of my friends and associates). It’s a bracing tonic for the anxiety they are swimming through, with a facts-based approach to help us all calm down.” (Robin Wolaner, founder of Parenting magazine)
Critic reviews
“I’m tempted to say this book was long overdue, but the truth is that it couldn’t come at a better time. Rich Karlgaard makes a commanding case against the wunderkind ideal, in favor of recognizing that late bloomers often prove to be the most radiant. If you’ve ever known someone who was overlooked or underestimated - or been that someone - you’ll immediately appreciate the importance of this message. Reading it is an utter delight.” (Adam Grant, New York Times best-selling author of Originals and Give and Take)
“Despite Aesop’s warnings, our society still admires the hare more than the tortoise. We deify those who burst out of life’s starting blocks and disdain those who take time to find their pace. But that’s a colossal mistake, says Rich Karlgaard in his powerful new book. Drawing on a deep reservoir of science, Karlgaard shows that many of us - perhaps most of us - peak well after our wunderkind years as we acquire the wisdom, resilience, and equanimity necessary for genuine achievement. Deftly written and deeply researched, Late Bloomers will change the conversation about success in America.” (Daniel H. Pink, author of When and Drive)
“Our culture exalts youthful brilliance over mature achievement. Talent often flourishes later in life, when experience brings wisdom.... The institutions and organizations that dominate so much our lives should pay heed.” (The Wall Street Journal)
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What is the difference between a startup that makes it, and one that crashes and burns? Behind every story of success is an unfair advantage. But an Unfair Advantage is not just about your parents' wealth or who you know: Anyone can have one. An Unfair Advantage is the element that gives you an edge over your competition.
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Nothing new
- By Jessie on 07-11-23
By: Ash Ali, and others
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Work
- A Deep History, from the Stone Age to the Age of Robots
- By: James Suzman
- Narrated by: Nicholas Guy Smith
- Length: 13 hrs and 47 mins
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Work defines who we are. It determines our status and dictates how, where, and with whom we spend most of our time. It mediates our self-worth and molds our values. But are we hardwired to work as hard as we do? Did our Stone Age ancestors also live to work and work to live? And what might a world where work plays a far less important role look like? To answer these questions, James Suzman charts a grand history of "work" from the origins of life on Earth to our ever more automated present, challenging some of our deepest assumptions about who we are.
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if you like Jared Diamond's work, you'll like this
- By Mark on 04-09-22
By: James Suzman
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Lady Secrets
- Real, Raw, and Ridiculous Confessions of Womanhood
- By: Keltie Knight, Jac Vanek, Becca Tobin
- Narrated by: Keltie Knight, Jac Vanek, Becca Tobin, and others
- Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
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Every lady has a secret. A secret so humiliating, embarrassing, scandalous, or disgraceful that you haven’t told a soul—not your closest friends, family, lovers, or doctors. There is so much shame surrounding hiding secrets, and, frankly, enough is enough. The truth is, there is power and freedom in releasing those dirty little secrets out into the big, bad universe. It gives you that same sweet relief as taking off an underwire bra at the end of a long, crappy day. That’s why Keltie Knight, Becca Tobin, and Jac Vanek—hosts of the LadyGang podcast—set their secrets free.
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Pass
- By Ande Scott on 03-28-24
By: Keltie Knight, and others
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The Power of Different
- The Link Between Disorder and Genius
- By: Gail Saltz
- Narrated by: Gail Saltz
- Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins
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A powerful and inspiring examination of the connection between the potential for great talent and conditions commonly thought to be "disabilities", revealing how the source of our struggles can be the origin of our greatest strengths. In The Power of Different, psychiatrist and best-selling author Gail Saltz examines the latest scientific discoveries and profiles famous geniuses who have been diagnosed with all manner of brain "problems".
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Dr. Pollyanna
- By NMwritergal on 01-20-18
By: Gail Saltz
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This Chair Rocks
- A Manifesto Against Ageism
- By: Ashton Applewhite
- Narrated by: Ashton Applewhite
- Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins
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Author, activist, and TED speaker Ashton Applewhite has written a rousing manifesto calling for an end to discrimination and prejudice on the basis of age.
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life changing
- By Cassi Sebastian on 03-24-19
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Popular
- The Power of Likability in a Status-Obsessed World
- By: Mitch Prinstein
- Narrated by: Mitch Prinstein
- Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins
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No matter how old you are, there's a good chance that the word popular immediately transports you back to your teenage years. Most of us can easily recall the adolescent social cliques, the high school pecking order, and which of our peers stood out as the most or the least popular teens we knew. Even as adults we all still remember exactly where we stood in the high school social hierarchy, and the powerful emotions associated with our status persist decades later. This may be for good reason.
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Genius Book that will Redefine View of Popularity
- By AmazonJoe on 06-06-17
By: Mitch Prinstein
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Sizing People Up
- A Veteran FBI Agent's User Manual for Behavior Prediction
- By: Robin Dreeke, Cameron Stauth
- Narrated by: Robin Dreeke
- Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins
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After two decades as a behavior analyst in the FBI, Robin Dreeke knows a thing or two about sizing people up. He's navigated complex situations that range from handling Russian spies to navigating the internal politics at the Bureau. Through that experience, he was forced to develop a knack for reading people - their intentions, their capabilities, their desires and their fears. In Sizing People Up, Dreeke shares his simple, six-step system that helps you predict anyone's future behavior based on their words, goals, patterns of action, and the situation at hand.
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Self Reflection
- By IC on 07-20-20
By: Robin Dreeke, and others
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Eyes Wide Open
- Overcoming Obstacles and Recognizing Opportunities in a World That Can't See Clearly
- By: Isaac Lidsky
- Narrated by: Isaac Lidsky
- Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins
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In Eyes Wide Open, Isaac Lidsky draws on his experience of achieving immense success, joy, and fulfillment while losing his sight to a blinding disease to show us that it isn't external circumstances but how we perceive and respond to them that governs our reality.
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A massive shift in my perception
- By Joseph on 05-30-17
By: Isaac Lidsky
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The Power of Bad
- How the Negativity Effect Rules Us and How We Can Rule It
- By: John Tierney, Roy F. Baumeister
- Narrated by: Paul Bellantoni
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
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Why are we devastated by a word of criticism even when it’s mixed with lavish praise? Because our brains are wired to focus on the bad. This negativity effect explains things great and small: why countries blunder into disastrous wars, why couples divorce, why people flub job interviews, how schools fail students, why football coaches stupidly punt on fourth down. All day long, the power of bad governs people’s moods, drives marketing campaigns, and dominates news and politics.
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Another outstanding social psychology book!
- By Wayne on 01-06-20
By: John Tierney, and others
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No Hard Feelings
- Owning Intense Emotions (Before They Own You)
- By: Liz Fosslien, Mollie West Duffy
- Narrated by: Liz Fosslien, Mollie West Duffy
- Length: 4 hrs and 47 mins
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The modern workplace can be an emotional minefield, filled with confusing power structures and unwritten rules. We're expected to be authentic, but not too authentic. Professional, but not stiff. Friendly, but not an oversharer. Easier said than done! Our goal in this book is to teach you how to figure out which emotions to toss, which to keep to yourself, and which to express in order to be both happier and more effective.
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Maybe not the best for audible...
- By Rebecca Wilcox on 08-01-19
By: Liz Fosslien, and others
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Master of One
- Find and Focus on the Work You Were Created to Do
- By: Jordan Raynor
- Narrated by: Jordan Raynor
- Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins
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What is your one thing? The entrepreneur, thought leader, and best-selling author of Called to Create offers a refreshing invitation: stop trying to do it all so you can thrive in your unique, God-given work. In this thought-provoking audiobook, you’ll discover the exponential power of pursuing a singular craft. Through practical principles, Jordan Raynor provides straightforward steps for finding and thriving in your calling. He also highlights more than a dozen real-life examples of high-impact individuals who have chosen to focus on and excel in their unique gifting.
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Religious book
- By Anna on 05-25-21
By: Jordan Raynor
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The Happiness Curve
- Why Life Gets Better After 50
- By: Jonathan Rauch
- Narrated by: Robert Fass
- Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins
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This audiobook will change your life by showing you how life changes. Why does happiness tend to get harder in your 40s? Why do you feel in a slump when you're successful? Where does this malaise come from, regardless of your gender, race, class or nationality? And, most importantly, will it ever end? Drawing on cutting-edge research and dozens of stories about a diverse set of people, award-winning journalist Jonathan Rauch answers all these questions.
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Life Affirming
- By LauraW on 05-10-18
By: Jonathan Rauch
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The Fun Habit
- How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life
- By: Mike Rucker PhD
- Narrated by: Mike Rucker PhD
- Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins
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Doesn’t it seem that the more we seek happiness, the more elusive it becomes? There is an easy fix: fun is an action you can take here and now, practically anywhere, anytime. Through research and science, we know fun is enormously beneficial to our physical and psychological well-being, yet fun’s absence from our modern lives is striking. Whether you’re a frustrated high-achiever trying to find a better work-life balance or someone who is seeking relief from life’s overwhelming challenges, it is time you gain access to the best medicine available.
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I really wanted to enjoy this!
- By Kindle Customer on 01-12-24
By: Mike Rucker PhD
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Resilience
- Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life
- By: Eric Greitens
- Narrated by: Eric Greitens
- Length: 10 hrs and 34 mins
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You cannot bounce back from hardship. You can only move through it. There is a path through pain to wisdom, through suffering to strength, and through fear to courage if we have the virtue of resilience. In 2012, Eric Greitens unexpectedly heard from a former SEAL comrade, a brother-in-arms he hadn’t seen in a decade. Zach Walker had been one of the toughest of the tough. But ever since he returned home from war to his young family in a small logging town, he’d been struggling. Without a sense of purpose, plagued by PTSD, and masking his pain with heavy drinking, he needed help. Zach and Eric started writing and talking nearly every day, as Eric set down his thoughts on what it takes to build resilience in our lives.
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Nice Story, but a lot of Repetition in all 3 books
- By Robert on 06-01-17
By: Eric Greitens
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Meltdown
- Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It
- By: Chris Clearfield, András Tilcsik
- Narrated by: Jonathan Todd Ross
- Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins
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Weaving together cutting-edge social science with riveting stories that take us from the front lines of the Volkswagen scandal to backstage at the Oscars, and from deep beneath the Gulf of Mexico to the top of Mount Everest, Chris Clearfield and András Tilcsik explain how the increasing complexity of our systems creates conditions ripe for failure and why our brains and teams can't keep up. They highlight the paradox of progress: Though modern systems have given us new capabilities, they've become vulnerable to surprising meltdowns - and even to corruption and misconduct.
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Good but lacking
- By THoward on 04-02-18
By: Chris Clearfield, and others
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Good Anxiety
- Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion
- By: Dr. Wendy Suzuki
- Narrated by: Dr. Wendy Suzuki
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
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We are living in the age of anxiety, a situation that often makes us feel as if we are locked into an endless cycle of stress, sleeplessness, and worry. But what if we had a way to leverage our anxiety to help us solve problems and fortify our well-being? What if, instead of seeing anxiety as a curse, we could recognize it for the unique gift that it is? As a neuroscientist, Dr. Wendy Suzuki has discovered a paradigm-shifting truth about anxiety: Yes, it is uncomfortable, but it is also essential for our survival. In fact, anxiety is a key component of our ability to live optimally.
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Waste of money
- By amazonreviewer on 09-10-21
By: Dr. Wendy Suzuki
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- Nico
- 07-18-19
Good Read
i enjoyed the book overall. I preferred the second half because thr first half was all about early bloomers replete with full stories. that was boring to me as I knew most of them.
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- William D Campbell
- 07-18-19
Outstanding book
I was hooked and enthralled from the beginning to the end. For someone. whoo is also a late bloomer, this book rings very true.
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- Archana
- 03-13-21
Very relevant phenomenon in today's times
Valuing late bloomers or having a second act in your professional and personal life needs to get mainstream attention in today's hyper specialization world stemming from early achievements. The book's ideas are similar to the book Range by David Epstein. I enjoyed Range little better than this book as it focuses less on narrow definition of success stemming from professional life. I enjoyed first and last chapter of Late Bloomers more than the middle. it has a lot of cliche (but important) advised packages with a lens of late blooming with psychological research from every self help book quoted.
I strongly believe in the concept of blooming late and second acts in a world where lifespans are longer and machines can increasingly do what humans can do and we need to keep reinventing ourselves
I liked the way Author concluded the book by focusing on our story and narrative of life
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- 02-01-22
Good
Longer than it needs to be, but worth it for a few key chapters
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- Laura
- 06-12-19
What a thoughtful, hopeful book!
"Late Bloomers" by Rich Karlgaard is an excellent book, on many counts. It deals with many great topics, having to do with debunking a pervasive myth about our supposed limitations as human beings. Not only age, but many others factors contribute to us not being able to envision ourselves and others as growing beings with remarkable potential. Wonderful examples, as well as references to research that illustrates the wide ranging aspects of our realistic abilities to grow and thrive as human beings. I have already recommended it and bought the book for my friends and family.
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- Dr. O
- 07-25-19
Awesome !
This is just simply awesome. Y'all should read this as soon as you can. Wisdom all the way
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- Cloakt1
- 10-21-20
I needed this
This book was much needed. It bolstered my confidence and optimism. I can still bloom. I'm not a lost cause.
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- Christiani Franck
- 03-29-21
Amazing
One of the best books.. Filled with great information. Simply amazing.. Worth a listen.
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- Daniel H. Dyer
- 07-01-19
Fantastic and important book
This topic is so important I’m surprised more has been said about it up to now. Karlgaard provides a well-researched and accessible book that will hopefully inspire many of us who were not early bloomers to still chase our dreams and maximize our potential. Highly recommended.
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- Silva
- 08-04-19
Therapeutic audiobook for me.
Listening to this was a therapy for me. So many decisions I had to make were explained here. Getting out of my city, changing career and social cycle... Well, I don't expect to be a millionaire but with this new light I sincerely think my best period of life is right ahead.
Narrator performance is flawless.
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