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.'
| Author | Jon Gordon |
|---|---|
| Published | 2007 |
| Category | Business & Money |
| Favorite quote | “Every morning you have a choice. Are you going to be a positive thinker or a negative thinker? Positive thinking will energize you.” |
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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Top 8 Lessons from The Energy Bus
- You're the driver of your own bus; take the wheel.
- Positive energy is a choice you make daily.
- Vision plus focus fuels forward momentum.
- Fill your bus with positive people and manage the negative ones.
- Energy vampires drain teams; deal with them directly.
- Love and appreciation motivate people more than fear.
- Adversity is a test, not a stop sign.
- Enthusiasm and belief are contagious across a team.
Top 4 Quotes from The Energy Bus
"Every morning you have a choice. Are you going to be a positive thinker or a negative thinker? Positive thinking will energize you."
Jon Gordon, The Energy Bus
"Positive energy and positive people create positive results. There is certainly a lot of negativity in the world and choosing positive energy helps us deal with the negative people and negative situations that can knock us off course."
Jon Gordon, The Energy Bus
"Every crisis offers an opportunity to grow stronger and wiser; to reach deep within and discover a better you that will create a better outcome."
Jon Gordon, The Energy Bus
"To really, really, and I mean really, tap the power of your heart and lead with positive, contagious energy you must love your passengers. You've got to become a Love Magnet."
Jon Gordon, The Energy Bus
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.
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