The Icarus Deception

In 'The Icarus Deception: How High Will You Fly?', Seth Godin uses the myth of Icarus to argue against the conventional wisdom of playing it safe.

Godin points out that while the myth warns against flying too high, it also cautions against flying too low, which can be just as dangerous.

He encourages readers to unleash their artistic and creative potential, arguing that in a world where machines are taking over routine tasks, human creativity and passion are the keys to success.

The book emphasizes the importance of taking risks, defying corporate and cultural myths, and creating one's own path rather than following the traditional corporate ladder.