Official Review: Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advan...
Posted: 05 May 2020, 19:26
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career" by Wanda Booth.]
It’s easy for us to get stuck in the past, endlessly ruminating over situations we no longer have control of. Hindsight is 20/20, after all, so figuring out what the right choice should have been doesn't take as much effort as getting it right the first time. Though learning from previous events is an important part of self-development, at some point we have to face the present and all of its uncertainty. Then why not develop a forward-moving way of thinking that prioritizes what we can do now to achieve our goals in the future? That’s exactly what Wanda Booth’s Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career proposes, so if you’re interested in the subject, this could be worth your time.
The book falls under the self-help, personal development, and business categories. Consisting of five parts (Personal Development, Health, Relationships, Leadership, and Legacy) and twenty chapters, it’s a collection of lessons the author has gathered during her professional and personal life. Most chapters can be read on their own, so the reader can start by picking the topics that interest them the most without having to check the whole book at once.
Booth draws many of her examples from military service since she served for over two decades, retiring in 2018 with the rank of major. Heading into the business world, she became a licensed financial advisor and a certified life coach. This successful transition shows how her insights and experiences are widely applicable to many different fields. Thus, regardless of your current circumstances, you should be able to find valuable advice in the book.
Each chapter is fairly short and goes straight to the point, following a common structure. In general, they feature one or more stories that illustrate the main theme or show what prompted the author to have a particular insight. After that, the book presents questions for reflection and practical suggestions the reader can implement in their lives.
The book advocates for a fulfilling life in all aspects, including one’s spiritual life. Though there isn’t much proselytizing, there are mentions of Bible passages and the need to connect to a higher power. One chapter even suggests a prayer for forgiveness. For these reasons, Christian readers are more likely to enjoy the book, but non-spiritual people will still find plenty of secular advice.
Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career is a solid self-help book featuring practical insights. It’s particularly suitable for people in leadership positions, but everyone can benefit from its lessons. The book is also exceptionally edited, as I’ve only found one minor error and a somewhat awkward sentence ("If you appreciate you, so will others"). I rate it 4 out of 4 stars. There are only a few borderline profanities, so the book can be read by young audiences. You might want to skip this one if you’re particularly averse to spirituality or are seeking more specific career advice.
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Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career
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It’s easy for us to get stuck in the past, endlessly ruminating over situations we no longer have control of. Hindsight is 20/20, after all, so figuring out what the right choice should have been doesn't take as much effort as getting it right the first time. Though learning from previous events is an important part of self-development, at some point we have to face the present and all of its uncertainty. Then why not develop a forward-moving way of thinking that prioritizes what we can do now to achieve our goals in the future? That’s exactly what Wanda Booth’s Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career proposes, so if you’re interested in the subject, this could be worth your time.
The book falls under the self-help, personal development, and business categories. Consisting of five parts (Personal Development, Health, Relationships, Leadership, and Legacy) and twenty chapters, it’s a collection of lessons the author has gathered during her professional and personal life. Most chapters can be read on their own, so the reader can start by picking the topics that interest them the most without having to check the whole book at once.
Booth draws many of her examples from military service since she served for over two decades, retiring in 2018 with the rank of major. Heading into the business world, she became a licensed financial advisor and a certified life coach. This successful transition shows how her insights and experiences are widely applicable to many different fields. Thus, regardless of your current circumstances, you should be able to find valuable advice in the book.
Each chapter is fairly short and goes straight to the point, following a common structure. In general, they feature one or more stories that illustrate the main theme or show what prompted the author to have a particular insight. After that, the book presents questions for reflection and practical suggestions the reader can implement in their lives.
The book advocates for a fulfilling life in all aspects, including one’s spiritual life. Though there isn’t much proselytizing, there are mentions of Bible passages and the need to connect to a higher power. One chapter even suggests a prayer for forgiveness. For these reasons, Christian readers are more likely to enjoy the book, but non-spiritual people will still find plenty of secular advice.
Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career is a solid self-help book featuring practical insights. It’s particularly suitable for people in leadership positions, but everyone can benefit from its lessons. The book is also exceptionally edited, as I’ve only found one minor error and a somewhat awkward sentence ("If you appreciate you, so will others"). I rate it 4 out of 4 stars. There are only a few borderline profanities, so the book can be read by young audiences. You might want to skip this one if you’re particularly averse to spirituality or are seeking more specific career advice.
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Insight 20/20: Applying Lessons to Advance in Life and Career
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon