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How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big

Kind of the Story of My Life
Book • 2014
In 'How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big,' Scott Adams shares his personal story of numerous failures and how he transformed them into lasting successes.

Adams challenges conventional career advice by advocating for systems over goals, emphasizing the importance of personal energy, and highlighting how a combination of mediocre skills can be surprisingly valuable.

He recounts his experiences in the corporate world, his inventions, investments, and other ventures, offering practical tips such as prioritizing creative work, managing attitudes, and using affirmations.

The book is filled with humor and valuable insights into human psychology and the role of luck in achieving success.

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Mentioned in 25 episodes

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Naval Ravikant
; he recommends it for its discussion of life systems.
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Referenced for its insights on passion, talent, and the role of failure in achieving success.
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Rob Henderson
as the originator of the advice to 'over-deliver' in one's career.
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Scott Adams
, written specifically for young people who didn't have a mentor.
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Episode 2972 CWSA 09/28/25
Recommended by Javier González Recuenco to learn about skill stacking.
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Scott Adams
as a helpful book for career changes, breaking out of ruts, and giving advice to those who are stuck.
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Episode 2946 CWSA 09/02/25
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Scott Adams
as one of the books on his shelf that would change your life the most.
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Episode 2974 CWSA 09/30/25
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JK Molina
as a book that significantly impacted his life.
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Scott Adams
as a gift for people who like reading books.
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Scott Adams
as the book where he first used the phrase "alcohol is poison".
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Episode 2711 CWSA 01/05/25
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Ben Orenstein
as a book about failing and still winning big, focusing on systems rather than goals.
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Kyle Holmson
for its emphasis on systems over goals in achieving financial independence.
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Swen Lorenz
for their unique perspectives and approaches to problem-solving.
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Mentioned as the most influential book in its genre for teaching how to go from nothing to something.
Episode 2976 CWSA 10/02/25
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Jeroz Sánchez
a todo el mundo, explicando cómo los objetivos tienen problemas y cómo fallar en casi todo y aún así ganar de forma espectacular.
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Scott Adams
as a book he wrote, discussing the theme that failure is a pathway to success.
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Scott Adams
as a book that changed many lives and influenced a generation of self-help books.
Episode 2631 CWSA 10/17/24
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Scott Adams
as a book containing the quote, "Every skill you acquire doubles your odds of success."
Episode 2670 CWSA 11/25/24

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