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Build, Don't Talk: Things You Wish You Were Taught in School
School taught us specific subjects, like maths and history.
But we weren't
How to sell
Or how to build relationships
Or how to negotiate
Or how to take care of our mental health
Or how to network
Or how to deal with personal finance
These most important situations we face as adults were never discussed with us when we were students. We weren't taught these skills in school, and this makes all the success stories we hear about seem out of reach; it makes us feel dumb. We aren't dumb, we just don't know how to work the system.
Your school taught you how to run in the race; it didn't teach you how to win. And that's what this book is for. To help you win the race. Packed with useful advice gleaned from his own journey as an entrepreneur and content creator, this book by Raj Shamani is a must-read.
But we weren't
How to sell
Or how to build relationships
Or how to negotiate
Or how to take care of our mental health
Or how to network
Or how to deal with personal finance
These most important situations we face as adults were never discussed with us when we were students. We weren't taught these skills in school, and this makes all the success stories we hear about seem out of reach; it makes us feel dumb. We aren't dumb, we just don't know how to work the system.
Your school taught you how to run in the race; it didn't teach you how to win. And that's what this book is for. To help you win the race. Packed with useful advice gleaned from his own journey as an entrepreneur and content creator, this book by Raj Shamani is a must-read.
207 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 25, 2022
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December 24, 2022
Who is this book for?
You'd think talking to so many influential and knowledgeable people would make RAJ fit for writing a book like this but I honestly don't understand what this book wanted to achieve? He is talking about unrelated things. And his examples just show he has 0 experience of business. All he talks about is being an internet influencer. I guess that's who this book is for, people who want to make youtube channels. Not entrepreneurs.
You'd think talking to so many influential and knowledgeable people would make RAJ fit for writing a book like this but I honestly don't understand what this book wanted to achieve? He is talking about unrelated things. And his examples just show he has 0 experience of business. All he talks about is being an internet influencer. I guess that's who this book is for, people who want to make youtube channels. Not entrepreneurs.
December 20, 2022
33rd Book of 2022
I remember when lockdown had hit all of us, we didn’t have any new movies to watch or restaurants to try. The only saviour that was left for our entertainment was Youtube. This was the time generally when Youtubers and Influencers grew like anything. There were many new names that got introduced to us. One such name that Instagram algorithm made me aware was of Raj Shamani. His reels would occasionally appear on my feed. Initially, I thought who’s this boy giving so much of gyaan but eventually, I started agreeing with few of his viewpoints. I finally subscribed him on Youtube when he started Podcast named “Figuring Out” and I love the way he dwells into important questions with the entrepreneur guests on his show. I was surprised when I saw that his book has also got published recently named “Build, Don’t Talk” by the No. 1 publisher of India, Penguin. It didn’t take me two minutes to order it’s Kindle version and start reading.
The book basically claims to teach us things that weren’t taught us in school. Now, frankly speaking, schools had a set of subjects and they never thought of teaching anything beyond it. The life skills were left upon parents to teach their kids. Unfortunately, parents also kept insisting us to focus on the subjects as good marks meant good job in future. It was surely true because when all of us were growing before the Internet culture came in place, we didn’t have much option to explore except getting a good degree and job to feed ourselves and our family. It is a good initiative by these influencing youth of 25 years old speaking about what they have learnt from their own experiences while walking on an unconventional path.
The book is divided into 39 chapters. Raj’s writing style is very simple. Anyone – who is even in 5th standard would be able to read and comprehend the life-transforming meaning behind the sentences written in this book. Raj has a good reading experience which can be seen in the way he has written it. Every chapter has Key takeaways marked in the end for us to note it down which can give us the summation of the whole chapter as reference. Raj has not shied away from telling things which might sound hard to accept as it challenges your belief system continuously. I had smirk on my face in initial few pages but when I understood that Raj is not going to speak anything which can give me dopamine rush, I pulled up my socks to read things I am going to completely disagree with. And that’s the beauty of this book.
The book covers various topics such as personal growth, habit formation, Raj’s personal experiences and his learnings from it, skills to possess as a student, goal-oriented preparation, start-up ideas, money-building attitude, being a content creator, starting Youtube channel, investment tips, personal branding, creativity and what not. He unapologetically promotes hustle and hard-working culture which is inspirational and agreeable. He doesn’t speak of terms like work-life balance, traveling, making loads of friends because he has been a practical guide throughout the book which is actually needed to be successful in your studies, job or business – whatever you choose for yourself. If for nothing, one should read this book for his honesty.
Let me point out few points/advises given out of many that I liked in the book:
More than goals concentrate on habits and set a process and routine to get to your goals
I liked the truth about copying others by getting inspired rather than focusing on innovating as not everyone can do that.
Being a Producer on Internet than just being a Consumer echoed my own thoughts – The reason why I review books and talk about it.
Shamani talks nicely about how to increase price of your product gradually by charging more to your customers – and why it’s better to have less customers giving more money than having many giving less.
Negotiation chapter is great where he tells how to shift power to another person wittingly and rather than reducing price, adding services is a better option while selling your product/service.
He asks people to stay off social media and start doing things rather than only planning or waiting for the right time.
The chapter on failure is the real hustle talk that Raj gives which tells about the mindset with which few people work - something not everyone is agreeing these days.
The 5 investing tips author gives for beginners really sounds effective. Anyway, someone can authorize it only after implementing. 😊
The way his 7 sources of income stream started one after another and just at 25, the way he is earning money is really inspiring and something to learn from. I really got motivated from that chapter.
It is always interesting to read how content creators work Behind the Scenes and Raj Shamani tells how he plans everything. It has given me lot of insights as to how I can also up my Social media game which is having a slow run.
He has also spoken in length about communication and people skills which are highly effective as some techniques have been applied by me in past which were really helpful in getting opportunities later on.
Overall, this is a great motivational book. Do pick up if you are in need of motivation recently. You can also gift it to your friends, younger siblings, cousins etc. who have big dreams but remain unfocused and indiscipline. I am really a Raj Shamani’s fan now. This book has done wonders to me. I give this one 4.5 stars out of 5.
Thanks!
WRITING BUDDHA
I remember when lockdown had hit all of us, we didn’t have any new movies to watch or restaurants to try. The only saviour that was left for our entertainment was Youtube. This was the time generally when Youtubers and Influencers grew like anything. There were many new names that got introduced to us. One such name that Instagram algorithm made me aware was of Raj Shamani. His reels would occasionally appear on my feed. Initially, I thought who’s this boy giving so much of gyaan but eventually, I started agreeing with few of his viewpoints. I finally subscribed him on Youtube when he started Podcast named “Figuring Out” and I love the way he dwells into important questions with the entrepreneur guests on his show. I was surprised when I saw that his book has also got published recently named “Build, Don’t Talk” by the No. 1 publisher of India, Penguin. It didn’t take me two minutes to order it’s Kindle version and start reading.
The book basically claims to teach us things that weren’t taught us in school. Now, frankly speaking, schools had a set of subjects and they never thought of teaching anything beyond it. The life skills were left upon parents to teach their kids. Unfortunately, parents also kept insisting us to focus on the subjects as good marks meant good job in future. It was surely true because when all of us were growing before the Internet culture came in place, we didn’t have much option to explore except getting a good degree and job to feed ourselves and our family. It is a good initiative by these influencing youth of 25 years old speaking about what they have learnt from their own experiences while walking on an unconventional path.
The book is divided into 39 chapters. Raj’s writing style is very simple. Anyone – who is even in 5th standard would be able to read and comprehend the life-transforming meaning behind the sentences written in this book. Raj has a good reading experience which can be seen in the way he has written it. Every chapter has Key takeaways marked in the end for us to note it down which can give us the summation of the whole chapter as reference. Raj has not shied away from telling things which might sound hard to accept as it challenges your belief system continuously. I had smirk on my face in initial few pages but when I understood that Raj is not going to speak anything which can give me dopamine rush, I pulled up my socks to read things I am going to completely disagree with. And that’s the beauty of this book.
The book covers various topics such as personal growth, habit formation, Raj’s personal experiences and his learnings from it, skills to possess as a student, goal-oriented preparation, start-up ideas, money-building attitude, being a content creator, starting Youtube channel, investment tips, personal branding, creativity and what not. He unapologetically promotes hustle and hard-working culture which is inspirational and agreeable. He doesn’t speak of terms like work-life balance, traveling, making loads of friends because he has been a practical guide throughout the book which is actually needed to be successful in your studies, job or business – whatever you choose for yourself. If for nothing, one should read this book for his honesty.
Let me point out few points/advises given out of many that I liked in the book:
More than goals concentrate on habits and set a process and routine to get to your goals
I liked the truth about copying others by getting inspired rather than focusing on innovating as not everyone can do that.
Being a Producer on Internet than just being a Consumer echoed my own thoughts – The reason why I review books and talk about it.
Shamani talks nicely about how to increase price of your product gradually by charging more to your customers – and why it’s better to have less customers giving more money than having many giving less.
Negotiation chapter is great where he tells how to shift power to another person wittingly and rather than reducing price, adding services is a better option while selling your product/service.
He asks people to stay off social media and start doing things rather than only planning or waiting for the right time.
The chapter on failure is the real hustle talk that Raj gives which tells about the mindset with which few people work - something not everyone is agreeing these days.
The 5 investing tips author gives for beginners really sounds effective. Anyway, someone can authorize it only after implementing. 😊
The way his 7 sources of income stream started one after another and just at 25, the way he is earning money is really inspiring and something to learn from. I really got motivated from that chapter.
It is always interesting to read how content creators work Behind the Scenes and Raj Shamani tells how he plans everything. It has given me lot of insights as to how I can also up my Social media game which is having a slow run.
He has also spoken in length about communication and people skills which are highly effective as some techniques have been applied by me in past which were really helpful in getting opportunities later on.
Overall, this is a great motivational book. Do pick up if you are in need of motivation recently. You can also gift it to your friends, younger siblings, cousins etc. who have big dreams but remain unfocused and indiscipline. I am really a Raj Shamani’s fan now. This book has done wonders to me. I give this one 4.5 stars out of 5.
Thanks!
WRITING BUDDHA
April 14, 2024
2.5 Stars
June 21, 2023
Perfect for beginners. However, everything sounds so cliche and so I had to close the book, wait to hand it over to someone younger.
January 11, 2023
Raj Shamani is well known for donning multiple hats as an entrepreneur, podcaster and content creator, one gets a glimpse into the man’s journey and insights he shares with everyone to achieve their goals and live their dreams.
Build Don’t Talk is a lucid and engaging book that certainly talks about all the things one should have been taught in schools. Learning survival and thriving methods by discovering oneself and ways of the world carve a pathway to success. This book aides the reader in asking the necessary questions to find the required answers, providing multiple solutions.
Taking tiny steps to accomplishing one’s goals, finding one’s passion and niche, being creative, learning different aspects of business, understanding the importance and need of investment, creating wealth and many more necessary and life changing insights give this book its premise.
The book is penned by a ghost writer which is acceptable to me but I really wished to read a self-help/motivating guide in a slightly eloquent yet casual tone. This book felt more like a raw, colloquial dialogue between a friend who learnt life lessons a hard way and wants to bare his experience.
Verdict: Read it, it’s definitely helpful but not out-of-the-box in content and premise.
Build Don’t Talk is a lucid and engaging book that certainly talks about all the things one should have been taught in schools. Learning survival and thriving methods by discovering oneself and ways of the world carve a pathway to success. This book aides the reader in asking the necessary questions to find the required answers, providing multiple solutions.
Taking tiny steps to accomplishing one’s goals, finding one’s passion and niche, being creative, learning different aspects of business, understanding the importance and need of investment, creating wealth and many more necessary and life changing insights give this book its premise.
The book is penned by a ghost writer which is acceptable to me but I really wished to read a self-help/motivating guide in a slightly eloquent yet casual tone. This book felt more like a raw, colloquial dialogue between a friend who learnt life lessons a hard way and wants to bare his experience.
Verdict: Read it, it’s definitely helpful but not out-of-the-box in content and premise.
May 26, 2023
I started with this book with zero expectations. As I was unaware of the author as well the book genre but thought of giving it a try due to a friend's suggestion.
To my surprise the book was fairly good enough, but doesn't resonates with it's title. It gives life advice on various topics like business, finance, marketing, YouTube carrier and so on.
It majorly talks about those things which should have been taught in school. Which are essential in true sense for leading an overall successful life. Very simple language is used throughout the book due to which even a naive reader would love this book and relate with it.
Some quotes which I personally like from the book are as follows:
"Growth is uncomfortable, but being uncomfortable is the only way to grow"
"People who study a lot often study about people who do not study at all"
"Salary is the drug they give to make you forget your dreams"
I would rate this in between 3.5-4/5
To my surprise the book was fairly good enough, but doesn't resonates with it's title. It gives life advice on various topics like business, finance, marketing, YouTube carrier and so on.
It majorly talks about those things which should have been taught in school. Which are essential in true sense for leading an overall successful life. Very simple language is used throughout the book due to which even a naive reader would love this book and relate with it.
Some quotes which I personally like from the book are as follows:
"Growth is uncomfortable, but being uncomfortable is the only way to grow"
"People who study a lot often study about people who do not study at all"
"Salary is the drug they give to make you forget your dreams"
I would rate this in between 3.5-4/5
June 19, 2023
This book offers many practical and insightful ideas.
March 13, 2024
It's a really good book for young minds who want to explore and learn from their career as they built it.
February 19, 2023
This book is not like one of those self help books about there . Straight up facts no bullshit.
December 11, 2022
“Education is the most powerful weapon one can use to change this world.” This was quoted by Nelson Mandela. We all know this is true but well, education is certainly something which is available not only in school but also everywhere on this earth. Surprisingly the places where we seem to look upon for education and knowledge, is an institution. Sadly these days, it’s worth stating that schools are educating, but not preparing students for the future of this globe, the practicality, and the necessary things to survive and grow! I would like to mention that I am not criticising any organisation or institution about failing to impart knowledge and provide education but, the trend and the scenario that seems to be there now, looks like things have become a bit more exam and target oriented, a bit more completion rather than understanding about the modules! Well, that’s not one way to actually live up a good life, and not only the way to live a life. So how would you escape this race of target and exam oriented living in the years of education? Well you may find the answers to those questions in this book. Build, Don’t talk seems like an informal guide to your natural escape the race questions which is authored by Raj Shamani.
Raj Shamani, 24, is an businessman, social media influencer and entrepreneur with more than 1 million followers. He is better known as a motivational speaker, who has given more than 200 plus speeches across 26 countries around the globe. He has given speeches at TED and United Nations, and also at various organisations such as jaguar etc.
To move, Raj has kept the book a bit more informal, and well it does suit the theme for the readers too! Build, Don’t Talk aims at making us realise the things that we should have learnt in school, but well yes! Failed to do so! And it fairly helps us understand how the world is!
The book has nearly 40 chapters, but the point is those are short and sweet and highly practical! The book starts with criticism of the education system! Well,that's what we all have done, while we all grew up, and started to realise how dull and static it is! The book ends with mentioning and explaining about the things that should have been taught in the school! The topics are really very interesting. The author takes you from the process of realising what you are and what you can be! In between he states more of his side, how he was! And how he is now! The difference, the developed and the grown up individual! He tells you all the parameters one person is judged upon, if to bother or not and how! The chapters through this book are completely a story that unfolds itself relational to the previous one! Raj has extensively covered the topics which sometimes students miss out, or get left without understanding its importance. Whether the area is of understanding things, or accepting how they are. Even if it is business or even if it is an investment, he has got it covered for you! My personal favourite chapter was “Vision, Mission and Thirty Second Rule.” To summarise the book I would say, the book is fantastic. It is easy to understand, its relativity to practical life and purposes is high! Also, it covers major aspects that an individual should consider when gaining knowledge as well as growing his own mentality and personality. And keep following the words he states, “If you want to make money, work on the things that are trending today; but if you want to become filthy rich, work on things that will be trending ten years from now.”
Kudos!
Raj Shamani, 24, is an businessman, social media influencer and entrepreneur with more than 1 million followers. He is better known as a motivational speaker, who has given more than 200 plus speeches across 26 countries around the globe. He has given speeches at TED and United Nations, and also at various organisations such as jaguar etc.
To move, Raj has kept the book a bit more informal, and well it does suit the theme for the readers too! Build, Don’t Talk aims at making us realise the things that we should have learnt in school, but well yes! Failed to do so! And it fairly helps us understand how the world is!
The book has nearly 40 chapters, but the point is those are short and sweet and highly practical! The book starts with criticism of the education system! Well,that's what we all have done, while we all grew up, and started to realise how dull and static it is! The book ends with mentioning and explaining about the things that should have been taught in the school! The topics are really very interesting. The author takes you from the process of realising what you are and what you can be! In between he states more of his side, how he was! And how he is now! The difference, the developed and the grown up individual! He tells you all the parameters one person is judged upon, if to bother or not and how! The chapters through this book are completely a story that unfolds itself relational to the previous one! Raj has extensively covered the topics which sometimes students miss out, or get left without understanding its importance. Whether the area is of understanding things, or accepting how they are. Even if it is business or even if it is an investment, he has got it covered for you! My personal favourite chapter was “Vision, Mission and Thirty Second Rule.” To summarise the book I would say, the book is fantastic. It is easy to understand, its relativity to practical life and purposes is high! Also, it covers major aspects that an individual should consider when gaining knowledge as well as growing his own mentality and personality. And keep following the words he states, “If you want to make money, work on the things that are trending today; but if you want to become filthy rich, work on things that will be trending ten years from now.”
Kudos!
January 27, 2023
We all know this is true but well, education is certainly something which is available not only in school but also everywhere on this earth. Surprisingly the places where we seem to look upon for education and knowledge, is an institution. Sadly these days, it’s worth stating that schools are educating, but not preparing students for the future of this globe, the practicality, and the necessary things to survive and grow! I would like to mention that I am not criticising any....
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.... organisation or institution about failing to impart knowledge and provide education but, the trend and the scenario that seems to be there now, looks like things have become a bit more exam and target oriented, a bit more completion rather than understanding about the modules! Well, that’s not one way to actually live up a good life, and not only the way to live a life. So how would you escape this race of target and exam oriented living in the years of education? Well you may find the answers to those questions in this book. Build, Don’t talk seems like an informal guide to your natural escape the race questions which is authored by Raj Shamani.
Raj Shamani, 24, is an businessman, social media influencer and entrepreneur with more than 1 million followers. He is better known as a motivational speaker, who has given more than 200 plus speeches across 26 countries around the globe. He has given speeches at TED and United Nations, and also at various organisations such as jaguar etc.
To move, Raj has kept the book a bit more informal, and well it does suit the theme for the readers too! Build, Don’t Talk aims at making us realise the things that we should have learnt in school, but well yes! Failed to do so! And it fairly helps us understand how the world is!
#dmmenow‼️
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.... organisation or institution about failing to impart knowledge and provide education but, the trend and the scenario that seems to be there now, looks like things have become a bit more exam and target oriented, a bit more completion rather than understanding about the modules! Well, that’s not one way to actually live up a good life, and not only the way to live a life. So how would you escape this race of target and exam oriented living in the years of education? Well you may find the answers to those questions in this book. Build, Don’t talk seems like an informal guide to your natural escape the race questions which is authored by Raj Shamani.
Raj Shamani, 24, is an businessman, social media influencer and entrepreneur with more than 1 million followers. He is better known as a motivational speaker, who has given more than 200 plus speeches across 26 countries around the globe. He has given speeches at TED and United Nations, and also at various organisations such as jaguar etc.
To move, Raj has kept the book a bit more informal, and well it does suit the theme for the readers too! Build, Don’t Talk aims at making us realise the things that we should have learnt in school, but well yes! Failed to do so! And it fairly helps us understand how the world is!
#dmmenow‼️
February 10, 2024
A clear smart summary of 15 worthy personal attributes that we can all aspire to! This brief summary (i found) is easy to digest.
1. Learning by Doing: The book emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience and learning through practical application over theoretical knowledge.
2. Developing a Growth Mindset: Embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, and continuously seeking improvement are crucial for success in the real world.
3. Building Communication Skills: Effective communication, both written and verbal, is essential for building relationships and conveying ideas clearly.
4. Financial Literacy: Understanding personal finance, budgeting, and investing empowers you to make informed financial decisions.
5. Negotiation and Collaboration: Mastering the art of negotiation and collaboration is valuable in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional settings.
6. Building Resilience: The book encourages developing resilience to overcome challenges, setbacks, and failures.
7. Identifying Opportunities: Recognizing and capitalizing on potential opportunities is key to success in any field.
8. Taking Risks: Calculated risk-taking is often necessary to achieve your goals and make a difference.
9. Building Networks: Cultivating a strong network of mentors, advisors, and collaborators can provide valuable support and resources.
10. Selling Yourself and Your Ideas: The ability to effectively pitch your ideas and sell yourself is essential for entrepreneurs and professionals alike.
11. Developing Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing your own emotions, as well as recognizing and responding to the emotions of others, is crucial for personal and professional success.
12. Building Self-Discipline: Developing self-discipline allows you to stay focused, motivated, and achieve your goals.
13. Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: Prioritizing physical and mental health promotes well-being and overall success.
14. Finding Your Passion: Pursuing your passion fuels your motivation and leads to greater fulfillment.
15. Leaving a Legacy: The book encourages individuals to strive to make a positive impact on the world and leave a lasting legacy.
1. Learning by Doing: The book emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience and learning through practical application over theoretical knowledge.
2. Developing a Growth Mindset: Embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, and continuously seeking improvement are crucial for success in the real world.
3. Building Communication Skills: Effective communication, both written and verbal, is essential for building relationships and conveying ideas clearly.
4. Financial Literacy: Understanding personal finance, budgeting, and investing empowers you to make informed financial decisions.
5. Negotiation and Collaboration: Mastering the art of negotiation and collaboration is valuable in various aspects of life, from personal relationships to professional settings.
6. Building Resilience: The book encourages developing resilience to overcome challenges, setbacks, and failures.
7. Identifying Opportunities: Recognizing and capitalizing on potential opportunities is key to success in any field.
8. Taking Risks: Calculated risk-taking is often necessary to achieve your goals and make a difference.
9. Building Networks: Cultivating a strong network of mentors, advisors, and collaborators can provide valuable support and resources.
10. Selling Yourself and Your Ideas: The ability to effectively pitch your ideas and sell yourself is essential for entrepreneurs and professionals alike.
11. Developing Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing your own emotions, as well as recognizing and responding to the emotions of others, is crucial for personal and professional success.
12. Building Self-Discipline: Developing self-discipline allows you to stay focused, motivated, and achieve your goals.
13. Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: Prioritizing physical and mental health promotes well-being and overall success.
14. Finding Your Passion: Pursuing your passion fuels your motivation and leads to greater fulfillment.
15. Leaving a Legacy: The book encourages individuals to strive to make a positive impact on the world and leave a lasting legacy.
July 5, 2023
Book: Build, Don't Talk
Author: Raj Shamani
Genre: Non-Fiction
Publisher: Penguin India
Pages: 224
Build, Don't Talk:Things You Wish You Were Taught in School by Raj Shamani is a non-fiction l, self-help book that goes into the details of what we should have been taught in schools and where the education system lacks. It tells about a lot of things that could have been there and were not and then discussed them in detail.
Each chapter starts with a suggestion or tricks to understand things better and ends with key takeaways to conclude that chapter in a few words and better understanding. Divided into 39 chapters, each chapter shows, in brief, the topics it covers. The author shared a lot of experiences from his career as an entrepreneur and a social media influencer.
Apart from the last chapter which was "Things I Wish I Was Taught in School" where various people who specialized in their field like Sharan Hegde, Vaibhav Sisinty, Ranveer Allahbadia, Rachna Ranade, and others including the author himself talk about things they wish were included in the learning process of schools, I don't feel much connection to the content of the book. It felt like a reel script, but that's not the problem. I didn't know who the author was before I got to know about the book and thus, I don't know if the content does overlap with the visual content present already or not. It's just that what I found in the book were mere problems and not quite the solutions which I was expecting.
The content there was not something out of the box and new and you might have heard it at some point or another. And only because the last chapter was a savior in this book and elated my rating, I'll give it 3/5 stars.
Author: Raj Shamani
Genre: Non-Fiction
Publisher: Penguin India
Pages: 224
Build, Don't Talk:Things You Wish You Were Taught in School by Raj Shamani is a non-fiction l, self-help book that goes into the details of what we should have been taught in schools and where the education system lacks. It tells about a lot of things that could have been there and were not and then discussed them in detail.
Each chapter starts with a suggestion or tricks to understand things better and ends with key takeaways to conclude that chapter in a few words and better understanding. Divided into 39 chapters, each chapter shows, in brief, the topics it covers. The author shared a lot of experiences from his career as an entrepreneur and a social media influencer.
Apart from the last chapter which was "Things I Wish I Was Taught in School" where various people who specialized in their field like Sharan Hegde, Vaibhav Sisinty, Ranveer Allahbadia, Rachna Ranade, and others including the author himself talk about things they wish were included in the learning process of schools, I don't feel much connection to the content of the book. It felt like a reel script, but that's not the problem. I didn't know who the author was before I got to know about the book and thus, I don't know if the content does overlap with the visual content present already or not. It's just that what I found in the book were mere problems and not quite the solutions which I was expecting.
The content there was not something out of the box and new and you might have heard it at some point or another. And only because the last chapter was a savior in this book and elated my rating, I'll give it 3/5 stars.
January 5, 2023
𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙, 𝘿𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠 by 𝙍𝙖𝙟 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙞
📚If you love reading books, read away. If you hate reading, then go watch videos or listen to podcasts because there's no one way of learning. There is only one way of growing though, and that is through little accomplishments.
📚Coming to this book, it's a beginner friendly self-help title with a series of short snippets made from the experience the author has obtained throughout his journey as an enterpreneur up untill now.
📌It presents the simplest things everyone already know but generally tend to forget in state of crisis, which makes it a good self remainder journal. It might serve as a motivational book too.
📌It's a short read with comprehensive narration and a distinctive approach towards to material as every section is independent of the other. I like the last few pages which cover the problems and solutions to certain common problems everyone faces once.
📌 If you wish to learn the answers about almost every "Hows" that a person often feels troubled with and if you wish to be become more positive and make a healthy mindset then this might be a good fit for your bookshelf.
📚If you love reading books, read away. If you hate reading, then go watch videos or listen to podcasts because there's no one way of learning. There is only one way of growing though, and that is through little accomplishments.
📚Coming to this book, it's a beginner friendly self-help title with a series of short snippets made from the experience the author has obtained throughout his journey as an enterpreneur up untill now.
📌It presents the simplest things everyone already know but generally tend to forget in state of crisis, which makes it a good self remainder journal. It might serve as a motivational book too.
📌It's a short read with comprehensive narration and a distinctive approach towards to material as every section is independent of the other. I like the last few pages which cover the problems and solutions to certain common problems everyone faces once.
📌 If you wish to learn the answers about almost every "Hows" that a person often feels troubled with and if you wish to be become more positive and make a healthy mindset then this might be a good fit for your bookshelf.
May 12, 2023
Raj is another Youtube creator i've followed and liked over time for his straight approach and honesty. This book again attempts to showcase a mix of his life's growth, advise to youngsters, and investment/social media suggestions all presented in a mishmash of chapters.
The book is packaged well, in the sense there is enough meat (with the set of listicles at the end with various other youtube content influencers) for readers to feel their money's worth.
While a lot of the points he makes are pretty direct and valid, i must question once again the need for such a book so early in his life, is it part of the marketing team's push to continue building the 'brand' and add more followers, or is that craving to get one's story out there (with the associated bravado, and the almost ironical display of 'acheivements' like TedX talks).
The book is packaged well, in the sense there is enough meat (with the set of listicles at the end with various other youtube content influencers) for readers to feel their money's worth.
While a lot of the points he makes are pretty direct and valid, i must question once again the need for such a book so early in his life, is it part of the marketing team's push to continue building the 'brand' and add more followers, or is that craving to get one's story out there (with the associated bravado, and the almost ironical display of 'acheivements' like TedX talks).
March 30, 2023
The questions that have been broached and the topics the author Raj shamani has mentioned are so realistic and also practical. It's very rare people get to know about these things, which are sometimes acts tools to survive and get ahead in this ever-changing world.
Every chapter is very informative and insightful.
Whether you want to begin your entrepreneur journey or not, these things will definitely be beneficial (even if you are already an entrepreneur, beginner or experienced).
Even if you are not interested in doing anything, I suggest reading this, at least for the insights the author and some other influencers and business people have offered in it.
I highly recommend you to pick up this book.
Every chapter is very informative and insightful.
Whether you want to begin your entrepreneur journey or not, these things will definitely be beneficial (even if you are already an entrepreneur, beginner or experienced).
Even if you are not interested in doing anything, I suggest reading this, at least for the insights the author and some other influencers and business people have offered in it.
I highly recommend you to pick up this book.
December 20, 2022
I had a hard time giving this book a star rating.
It's an interesting read. You can feel as if Raj is talking to you from a stage, motivating you to build something, put that idea in motion, and put consistent effort into it.
He isn't pushing you at all. He's just sharing his stories and learnings. Build, Don't Talk is as if a friend got up on stage and is now, sharing about himself. It's divided into short chapters, each topic no longer than 3-5 pages (a few 10), and at no point you'll find yourself bored.
You can read the book in a single sitting. It's that engaging.
But there's nothing new or revolutionary that you haven't heard earlier.
So, a painful 3 outta 5.
It's an interesting read. You can feel as if Raj is talking to you from a stage, motivating you to build something, put that idea in motion, and put consistent effort into it.
He isn't pushing you at all. He's just sharing his stories and learnings. Build, Don't Talk is as if a friend got up on stage and is now, sharing about himself. It's divided into short chapters, each topic no longer than 3-5 pages (a few 10), and at no point you'll find yourself bored.
You can read the book in a single sitting. It's that engaging.
But there's nothing new or revolutionary that you haven't heard earlier.
So, a painful 3 outta 5.
February 10, 2023
I have been raised in a very protected and safe environment. Before college I've hardly managed anything by myself. When I read this book, I found it so relatable that it should be taken as an essential read for all teenagers and college going students.
🔺My school didn't teach me to live a stress free life or how to cope up with early obstacles which leads to overthinking at a very tender age.
🔺In this book, the author has laid out most of the fundamental skills which we should acquire. Raj Shamani is an entrepreneur and a successful content creator. He has given so many insights from his own life to make us learn and get successful in life.
🔺My school didn't teach me to live a stress free life or how to cope up with early obstacles which leads to overthinking at a very tender age.
🔺In this book, the author has laid out most of the fundamental skills which we should acquire. Raj Shamani is an entrepreneur and a successful content creator. He has given so many insights from his own life to make us learn and get successful in life.
August 20, 2023
It's an easy read since it has multiple chapters and all the chapters are ranging from 1 to 5 pages. When it comes to the content, the readers won't find anything new as such when they are in their late 20s or older. Definitely a good read for one's early career stage.
The best section of this book should be the last chapter where all entrepreneurs and influencers come in with their advice on the things they were not taught in school, and should be.
Apart from all chapters being small making it easy to read, the other good thing is that all the chapters have a Key Summary at the end which makes it easier to recollect what one gathered in the entire chapter.
The best section of this book should be the last chapter where all entrepreneurs and influencers come in with their advice on the things they were not taught in school, and should be.
Apart from all chapters being small making it easy to read, the other good thing is that all the chapters have a Key Summary at the end which makes it easier to recollect what one gathered in the entire chapter.
January 5, 2024
This book was SOOOOOOO underwhelming. The first few chapters actually went along with the title and cover of this book. “Things You Wish You Were Taught in School” is the most misleading caption that could have been put on a cover of a book. The title of this book should have been “Things You Wish You Learned About Being an Entrepreneur”. In the early chapters he does a great job of talking about schools and learning processes and ways to think of it differently. You get into the rest of the book and the rest is very cliché things about being an entrepreneur, growing your brand, and getting rich.
February 16, 2023
I have been following Raj Shamani from the pandemic his work inspires me more than anything, every day I look for the content so that's the reason I bought this book
Firstly let me this is completely page Turner as if your scrolling the reels cut to the points easy simple hacks which everyone should learn how to make money, how to grow, how to be successful just simply amazed with the thought that has been put into. Would recommend everyone to read this if you don't know what to do how to start something. I guess this is your book
Firstly let me this is completely page Turner as if your scrolling the reels cut to the points easy simple hacks which everyone should learn how to make money, how to grow, how to be successful just simply amazed with the thought that has been put into. Would recommend everyone to read this if you don't know what to do how to start something. I guess this is your book
November 17, 2023
Brutally honest.
If I give a self help book 4 stars then it means that it was worth reading it.
Glad I picked this up, it was definitely a confidence booster.
Skipped the investment part because I wasn't interested, but I got what I wanted. So overall, I'll recommend this book to anyone who asks for a good self help rec.
If I give a self help book 4 stars then it means that it was worth reading it.
Glad I picked this up, it was definitely a confidence booster.
Skipped the investment part because I wasn't interested, but I got what I wanted. So overall, I'll recommend this book to anyone who asks for a good self help rec.
April 27, 2024
I started this book as it’s title was unique, “Build, Don’t Talk.
But all in this book focus is more on talking rather than building.
Overall good book, easy language and Raj’s personal experience and his hate for or his wish school has taught these many things.
Welll schools are there to build you. Not everything will be taught in school.
But all in this book focus is more on talking rather than building.
Overall good book, easy language and Raj’s personal experience and his hate for or his wish school has taught these many things.
Welll schools are there to build you. Not everything will be taught in school.
December 20, 2022
A must Read Book! Lot of things to learn which we were never taught at school....i loved all the teaching from 39th lesson by all other influencer, entrepreneurs and raj....Just go for this book if you love to read self help 😌✌🏻
August 6, 2023
"This is a work of fiction. any similarities and actual events is purely coincidental." You've seen it many times, but you've probably never considered why it was there. This is book also work of fiction IF We do this then this will happen.
August 7, 2023
This was an impulse purchase as I felt the title calling me out
regretted after purchase that the book might not be insightful
started reading and started marking opinions I disagreed with
but as the book progressed, there wasn’t much that I disagreed with and the book felt actually insightful
regretted after purchase that the book might not be insightful
started reading and started marking opinions I disagreed with
but as the book progressed, there wasn’t much that I disagreed with and the book felt actually insightful
September 7, 2023
Interesting to read however nothing ground breaking for people who have some basic knowledge around entrepreneurship, investment and social media.
Can be quite helpful for people in their teenage who are just starting out with their career.
Can be quite helpful for people in their teenage who are just starting out with their career.
October 30, 2023
Refreshing, easy to read. Presented as casual advice, provides different perspectives for questioning how we learn and how we traditionally navigate through the process of creating content, making money, investing and specifically starting an entrepreneurial journey.
March 3, 2023
Nothing new or extraordinary, only good for a light read if your phone dies down during a railway travel.
March 4, 2023
Full of tons of generic knowledge, which feels more like hearsay than wisdom enriched by the learnings of one's personal experience. It's a book just meant to be sold and not learned from.
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