From Publishers Weekly
A glib amalgamation of Taoism, business advice and self-help axioms, this brief, cutely illustrated business parable seeks to capture fans of Who Moved My Cheese? Gold (Tiger Heart, Tiger Mind, etc.) follows the adventures of a frog named Ping, who's forced into risky adventure when his pond dries up, compelling him to seek out a new place to hop. Along his search, Ping comes under the tutelage of Owl, a wise old bird who teaches Ping about "the Way" and the "intentional life" and who often speaks in Yoda-ish constructions (e.g., "Persistent you are. I'll grant you that"). Meditation sessions with Owl lead Ping to a host of revelations, including the promise that he "will build [his] risk-taking confidence, starting with small risk, working [his] way up until [he is] comfortable and confident in the taking of larger risks." Inspiring to some, soporific to others, this book will probably move fastest at airport bookstores. (Dec.)
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Review
"Gold's writings are a blend of business advice and spiritual teachings for the 21st Century entrepreneur." —Newsweek
"Ping combines the tradition of Who Moved My Cheese? with Jonathan Livingston Seagull…Stuart Gold's writing style is moving and witty." —New York Post
"Gold taps into the spirit of self-discovery to encourage readers to take risks." —Guy Kawasaki, author of The Art of the Start
"Ping combines the tradition of Who Moved My Cheese? with Jonathan Livingston Seagull…Stuart Gold's writing style is moving and witty." —New York Post
"Gold taps into the spirit of self-discovery to encourage readers to take risks." —Guy Kawasaki, author of The Art of the Start
Book Description
In the tradition of Who Moved My Cheese? here is a parable about change, overcoming obstacles, and making a leap of faith.
This simple, inspirational tale follows the journey of Ping, a frog in search of a new pond, preferably one good for long-distance jumping. Along the way he meets Owl, an insightful teacher who shares his wisdom, encouraging Ping to take an inner journey before pursuing his goal. Not everything goes as planned, but Ping learns how to "go with the flow, because the flow knows where to go."
Ping represents everybody who has encountered a setback, needs to take a risk, or is struggling with the challenges of change—that is to say, he is all of us. Owl is the mentor who helps him find meaning and leap to new heights. The adventure they embark on together is both engaging and revealing.
This simple, inspirational tale follows the journey of Ping, a frog in search of a new pond, preferably one good for long-distance jumping. Along the way he meets Owl, an insightful teacher who shares his wisdom, encouraging Ping to take an inner journey before pursuing his goal. Not everything goes as planned, but Ping learns how to "go with the flow, because the flow knows where to go."
Ping represents everybody who has encountered a setback, needs to take a risk, or is struggling with the challenges of change—that is to say, he is all of us. Owl is the mentor who helps him find meaning and leap to new heights. The adventure they embark on together is both engaging and revealing.
About the Author
Stuart Avery Gold is the former chief operating officer of The Republic of Tea, and coauthor of the books Success at Life, Dragon Spirit, Tiger Heart, Tiger Mind, Wowisms, and The Zentrepreneur's Idea Log and Workbook. He now runs TargetWOW, a brand transformation company, and consults with corporations and entrepreneurs on branding and start-ups. He lives in Boca Raton, Florida.
