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Next!

The Power of Reinvention in Life and Work

Joanne Lipman

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The Need for Change+
Phase 1: Search+
Phase 2: Struggle+
Phase 3: Stop+
Phase 4: Solution+

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Question 1 of 7
What are the four phases of personal and professional change outlined in the book?
  • A. Assess, act, adjust, and achieve
  • B. Plan, pivot, pause, and proceed
  • C. Search, struggle, stop, and solution
  • D. Dream, discover, design, and deploy
Question 2 of 7
According to cognitive scientist Gary Klein, what is the true nature of successful 'gut decisions'?
  • A. They are moments of pure, spontaneous brilliance.
  • B. They are pattern recognition resulting from deep expertise.
  • C. They are genetic traits that only natural-born leaders possess.
  • D. They are lucky guesses made under extreme pressure.
Question 3 of 7
What practical tool did scientist Melanie Stefan use to help determine her next career move during a period of professional struggle?
  • A. A vision board of her ideal future
  • B. A strict 90-day isolation period to focus
  • C. A daily gratitude and manifestation journal
  • D. A 'CV of failures' documenting her professional stumbles
Question 4 of 7
During the 'struggle' phase, why does the author highly recommend finding an 'expert companion'?
  • A. To listen, manage your emotions, bounce ideas, and offer encouragement.
  • B. To do the difficult, tedious work for you while you rest and recover.
  • C. To provide the necessary financial backing for your new venture.
  • D. To introduce you directly to high-level executives in your target industry.
Question 5 of 7
Which three factors do scientists say promote creative breakthroughs during the 'Stop' phase?
  • A. Focus, isolation, and strict deadlines
  • B. Distraction, relaxation, and a positive mood
  • C. Caffeine, collaboration, and high stakes
  • D. Exercise, routine, and constructive criticism
Question 6 of 7
How does psychologist K. Anders Ericsson's 90-minute rule work to boost productivity and inspiration?
  • A. Work on a single task for 90 minutes a day, then take the rest of the day off.
  • B. Brainstorm new ideas for 90 minutes before starting any actual work.
  • C. Focus entirely on work for 90 minutes, followed by a 20 to 30-minute break.
  • D. Alternate between 90 minutes of physical exercise and 90 minutes of mental work.
Question 7 of 7
How does the book suggest you approach the 'Solution' phase if your current answer doesn't feel quite right?
  • A. Abandon your previous skills entirely and start completely from scratch.
  • B. Stick to your original plan no matter what in order to build resilience.
  • C. Seek an expert companion to make the final career decision for you.
  • D. Keep an open mind and use your past experiences as a springboard for new paths.

Next! — Full Chapter Overview

Next! Summary & Overview

Next! (2023) is an inspiring guide to personal reinvention. With insights from scientific research and real-life success stories, it provides practical steps to implement meaningful change in life and work.

Who Should Listen to Next!?

  • Tenacious scholars
  • Aspiring creatives
  • Visionary millennials

About the Author: Joanne Lipman

Joanne Lipman is a renowned journalist, editor, and best-selling author. In addition to holding various senior editorial positions, including Editor-in-Chief of USA Today and WSJ Weekend, she is a regular TV commentator and lecturer at Yale University. Lipman is also the author of That’s What She Said.

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