Be Fearless Book Summary

In 'Be Fearless,' Jean Case invites readers to embrace audacity and innovation in the face of fear. Drawing on her own experiences and the insights of trailblazers, she illustrates how overcoming fear can lead to transformative change and success. The five key principles she shares empower individuals to take risks and pursue their dreams with confidence. This compelling guide challenges conventional wisdom and encourages a redefinition of failure as a stepping stone to greatness. Will you dare to step into your courageous self and unleash your potential?

By Jean Case

Published: 2019

""The greatest risk is not taking one. Be bold, be brave, and let your passion define your path.""

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Be Fearless is researched-based call to action for those seeking to live extraordinary lives and bring about transformational change. LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER * NATIONAL BESTSELLER Weaving together storytelling, practical tips and inspiration, the book will teach you how to put the five fearless principles to work so that you too can spark the sorts of remarkable breakthroughs that can impact the world. Philanthropist, investor, and technology pioneer Jean Case brings to life the five Be Fearless principles common to the people and organizations that bring about transformational change. When National Geographic Chairman Jean Case set out to investigate the core qualities of great change makers, past and present, from inventors to revolutionaries, she found five surprising traits they all had in common. These weren’t wealth, privilege, or even genius. What all of these exceptional men and women shared was that they had chosen to make a “big bet,” take bold risks, learn from their failures, reach beyond their bubbles, and let urgency conquer fear. Throughout Be Fearless, Jean vividly illustrates these principles through storytelling—from her own transformational life experiences, to Jane Goodall’s remarkable breakthroughs in understanding and protecting chimpanzees, to celebrity chef José Andrés’ decision to be a “first responder” and take his kitchen to the sites of devastating hurricanes to feed the hungry, to Madame C.J. Walker’s vision to build a hair care empire that would employ thousands across the country, and more. She shares new insights to stories you might think you know—like Airbnb’s tale of starting from scratch to transform the hospitality industry, to John F. Kennedy’s history-making moonshot—and gems from changemakers you’ve never heard of.

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Jean Case

Jean Case is an influential author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist known for her thought leadership in technology and innovation. She is the CEO of the Case Foundation and a prominent advocate for empowering individuals to leverage technology for social change. Her notable works include 'Be Fearless: 5 Principles for a Life of Breakthroughs and Purpose' which inspires readers to embrace courage and innovation. Jean’s writing style is engaging and motivational, blending personal anecdotes with practical insights, making complex topics accessible to a broad audience.

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Authors
Jean Case
Published
January 2019
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
ISBN
1501196340
Language
English
Pages
N/A
Genres
Self-HelpOvercoming AdversityMotivationalPersonal GrowthSuccess Stories

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