How Will You Measure Your Life?

Overview

How do you lead a fulfilling life? That profound question animates this book of inspiration and insight from world-class business strategist Clayton Christensen. After beating a heart attack, advanced-stage cancer and a stroke in three successive years, Christensen delivered a short but powerful speech to the Harvard Business School graduating class. He presented a set of guidelines that have helped him find meaning in his own life. Drawing on his business research, he offered a series of guidelines for finding meaning and happiness in life by asking: How can I be sure I'll find satisfaction in my career? How can I be sure my relationships become enduring sources of happiness? How can I avoid compromising my integrity? For product leaders balancing demanding careers with personal fulfillment, this book provides essential perspective.

Key Takeaways

• Your strategy is what you actually do, not what you intend
• Allocate your resources (time, energy, talent) to match your strategy
• Culture in relationships and organizations is formed by repeated actions
• Purpose provides the framework for evaluating opportunities

Who Should Read This Book?

Why Read How Will You Measure Your Life??

How Will You Measure Your Life? is widely regarded as essential reading in the product leadershipspace for product managers. Clayton M. Christensen's insights have helped thousands of product professionals improve their craft and deliver better products.

Whether you're an aspiring product manager looking to break into the field or an experienced PM seeking to deepen your expertise in product leadership, this book provides practical frameworks and real-world examples that you can apply immediately.

With 4,321 reviews and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, How Will You Measure Your Life? has proven its value to the product management community. Join the thousands of professionals who have benefited from this essential resource.