The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon book cover

The Energy Bus

by Jon Gordon · 2007

Jon Gordon's take on business, the honest verdict is below.

Worth reading? A motivational business fable about positivity and team energy. Fine if you like parables and pep talks; skip if you find relentless positivity thin, because there's not much beyond 'stay positive and lead with energy.'

AuthorJon Gordon
Published2007
CategoryBusiness & Money

ISBN: 9780470100288ISBN10: 0470100281ASIN: 0470100281

The Verdict

A motivational business fable about positivity and team energy. Fine if you like parables and pep talks; skip if you find relentless positivity thin, because there’s not much beyond ‘stay positive and lead with energy.’

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The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon: book review and summary

Top 8 Lessons from The Energy Bus

  1. You're the driver of your own bus; take the wheel.
  2. Positive energy is a choice you make daily.
  3. Vision plus focus fuels forward momentum.
  4. Fill your bus with positive people and manage the negative ones.
  5. Energy vampires drain teams; deal with them directly.
  6. Love and appreciation motivate people more than fear.
  7. Adversity is a test, not a stop sign.
  8. Enthusiasm and belief are contagious across a team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Energy Bus worth reading?

If motivational fables land for you, yes. If you want depth or evidence, skip it.

What is the main idea of The Energy Bus?

Choosing positive energy and surrounding yourself with the right people drives success at work and home.

Who should read The Energy Bus?

Managers and teams wanting a quick morale and mindset reset.