Reid Hoffman & Ben Casnocha's Revolutions: The Startup of You – Building a Career Like a Startup and Scaling It.

15/09/2025 1h 8min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Playing Books, we dive deep into the revised and updated edition of the groundbreaking #1 New York Times bestseller The Startup of You: Adapt, Take Risks, Grow Your Network, and Transform Your Career by Reid Hoffman (LinkedIn co-founder) and Ben Casnocha (venture capitalist).This isn’t another career-advice cliché. It’s a masterclass in thinking like an entrepreneur—whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, juggling multiple gigs, or launching your own venture. You’ll discover how to:Adapt your career plans when industries shift and technologies disruptDevelop a competitive edge so you stand out in any marketBuild and nurture a powerful network that opens doorsEngineer serendipity to create life-changing opportunitiesTake smart risks that make you more resilient in uncertain timesLeverage your connections for better decisions and faster growthPacked with actionable strategies, real-world examples, and timeless principles, this episode will inspire you to treat your career as a living, breathing startup - The Startup of You.Get your copy of the book 📚  today on Amazon,  https://amzn.to/4mfVpqu, or wherever great books are sold.Please, join the conversation 💬 — share your thoughts, comment on the episode, and tell us how you’re applying these ideas in your own career. 🔔 Follow and subscribe to Playing Books so you never miss an episode that could change your life.Thank you.

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