Provides an essential strategy for transforming education, business and communities to meet the challenges of living and succeeding in the 21st century.

Shows that age and occupation are no barrier, and once we have found our path we can help others to do so as well. Looks at the conditions that enable us to find ourselves in the element and those that stifle that possibility. Explores the components of this new paradigm: The diversity of intelligence, the power of imagination and creativity, and the importance of commitment to our own capabilities. range of people, from ex-Beatle Paul McCartney to Matt Groening, creator of 'The Simpsons' from Meg Ryan to Gillian Lynne, who choreographed the broadway productions of Caats and 'The Phantom of the Opera' and from writer Arianna Huffington to renowned physicist Richard Feynman and others, including business leaders and athletes. Agent: Peter Miller, PMA Literary and Film Management, Inc.The element is the point at which natural talent meets personal passion. The book is brimming with stories of others finding their passion, but readers would do better looking elsewhere to locate their own. None of Robinson’s advice is particularly motivating, as the exercises rarely encourage doing much beyond list, ruminate, or (even worse) search the Internet for personality tests. Most chapters begin with perfunctory brainstorming exercises bolstered with glosses on pop psychology (like lessons on learning types, meditation, and happiness studies) and inspirational anecdotes from TED-friendly celebrities like Jamie Oliver. Chapters attempt to guide readers through the “inward” and “outward” journeys of finding their “Element,” from understanding their own abilities, insecurities, and blockages to finding an outlet and community for their strengths. Ken Robinson is a well known speaker, author and international speaker for the arts. Item 263441 ISBN: 0143116738 A New York Times-bestselling breakthrough book about. Unfortunately, after introducing a new idea, Robinson often lapses into abstraction. Revisi dUsuari - zarasecker18 - LibraryThing. Robinson begins by encouraging readers to not only think freely about their aptitudes, but to actively muddle them-to try new activities, not for the activities themselves but for the skills and talents they may reveal or develop.

This apparently rushed, thin sequel to the author’s previous book, The Element, outlines a practical path to finding your passion and turning it into a vocation.

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