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Dream Big

Know What You Want, Why You Want It, and What You're Going to Do About It

Bob Goff

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Question 1 of 7
How does the author suggest you approach the process of getting to know yourself?
  • A. By asking your closest friends for their honest, unfiltered opinions of you.
  • B. By treating it as seriously as a doctor's appointment and setting dedicated time aside.
  • C. By immediately quitting your current job to force yourself to find your true passion.
  • D. By focusing entirely on your future goals rather than reflecting on your past.
Question 2 of 7
According to the book, what is the primary benefit of honestly admitting exactly where you are in life right now?
  • A. It allows you to properly assign blame to the people and circumstances that held you back.
  • B. It completely eliminates the emotional pain of your past failures.
  • C. It proves to others that you are finally taking your life and responsibilities seriously.
  • D. It transforms your current situation into a starting line for the future, rather than a final destination.
Question 3 of 7
Why is it important to make your dreams highly specific, such as aiming to 'set up a food bank' instead of just wanting to 'be more generous'?
  • A. It turns a vague ambition into a practical, actionable, and achievable objective.
  • B. It ensures that you don't dream too big and accidentally set yourself up for failure.
  • C. It guarantees that you will be able to easily secure financial support from others.
  • D. It prevents you from ever changing your mind or getting distracted from your goals.
Question 4 of 7
When vetting your dreams, what is one of the key questions the author suggests you ask yourself to determine a dream's true value?
  • A. Will this dream make me the most money possible in the shortest amount of time?
  • B. Is this dream something that will still matter in ten or one hundred years?
  • C. Will this dream impress my parents, former teachers, and peers?
  • D. Is this dream something I can achieve without asking anyone else for help?
Question 5 of 7
What does the author's story about his father's advice regarding rattlesnakes under logs illustrate?
  • A. That you should always trust the survival advice given by your parents, even if it seems outdated.
  • B. That nature is inherently dangerous, and dreams should be pursued with extreme caution.
  • C. That limiting beliefs passed down to you are often meant as good advice but can still irrationally hold you back.
  • D. That overcoming fear requires repeatedly exposing yourself to the dangerous situations you are afraid of.
Question 6 of 7
What is the author’s specific advice for reaching out to successful people for guidance?
  • A. Spend the first few minutes explaining how much of a fan you are to build rapport.
  • B. Wait until you have achieved a similar level of success before attempting to contact them.
  • C. Be extremely direct, get straight to the point, and ask for concrete advice.
  • D. Only reach out to people who have publicly advertised that they are looking to mentor someone.
Question 7 of 7
According to the final summary, what must you ensure you do while pursuing your big dreams?
  • A. Keep your ambitions a secret from others to avoid unnecessary judgment and negativity.
  • B. Make time for family and friends so your achievements don't ultimately feel empty.
  • C. Cut ties with anyone who doesn't actively support your new goals and aspirations.
  • D. Focus absolutely 100% of your energy on your dream until it is fully achieved.

Dream Big — Full Chapter Overview

Dream Big Summary & Overview

Dream Big (2020) shows us how we can reconnect with our dreams and turn them into reality. Rather than a life half-lived, Dream Big encourages us to dig into our deepest motivations, face our obstacles, and make plans for our most cherished ambitions.

Who Should Listen to Dream Big?

  • Anyone looking to reconnect with their dreams
  • People in the wrong career, wrong relationship, or wrong life
  • Those in need of the courage to start again

About the Author: Bob Goff

Bob Goff is a lawyer, speaker, and author of the New York Times best sellers Love Does; Everybody, Always; and Love Does for Kids. Goff also founded Love Does, a nonprofit organization that works for freedom, human rights, and educational opportunity around the world.

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