The Seed

Finding Purpose and Happiness in Life and Work

By Jon Gordon | Publisher: Wiley

About the book

More than 100,000 sold

A business fable to help you discover your purpose in work and life

New from Jon Gordon, the international and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Energy Bus, The Seed takes you on a quest for the meaning and passion behind work. Josh, an up-and-comer at his company, is disenchanted with his job. Challenged by his boss to take two weeks to decide if he really wants to work there, Josh takes off for the country, where he meets a wise farmer who gives him a seed and a promise: find the right place to plant the seed, and his purpose will be revealed.

Through Josh's journey cross-country journey, you'll find surprising new sources of wisdom and inspiration in your own business and life.

Nobody captures the deeper meaning of business like Jon Gordon, and The Seed is his most searching and significant book yet. Whatever your profession, take this insightful look at the purpose behind work, and plant The Seed of inspiration in your life!

Editions of The Seed

Hardcover
ISBN 9780470888568
EBook
ISBN 9781118090244
EBook
ISBN 9781118090268

Read an Excerpt

More than 100,000 sold

A business fable to help you discover your purpose in work and life

New from Jon Gordon, the international and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Energy Bus, The Seed takes you on a quest for the meaning and passion behind work. Josh, an up-and-comer at his company, is disenchanted with his job. Challenged by his boss to take two weeks to decide if he really wants to work there, Josh takes off for the country, where he meets a wise farmer who gives him a seed and a promise: find the right place to plant the seed, and his purpose will be revealed.

Through Josh's journey cross-country journey, you'll find surprising new sources of wisdom and inspiration in your own business and life.

Nobody captures the deeper meaning of business like Jon Gordon, and The Seed is his most searching and significant book yet. Whatever your profession, take this insightful look at the purpose behind work, and plant The Seed of inspiration in your life!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Seed about?

More than 100,000 sold

A business fable to help you discover your purpose in work and life

New from Jon Gordon, the international and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Energy Bus, The Seed takes you on a quest for the meaning and passion behind work. Josh, an up-and-comer at his company, is disenchanted with his job. Challenged by his boss to take two weeks to decide if he really wants to work there, Josh takes off for the country, where he meets a wise farmer who gives him a seed and a promise: find the right place to plant the seed, and his purpose will be revealed.

Through Josh's journey cross-country journey, you'll find surprising new sources of wisdom and inspiration in your own business and life.

Nobody captures the deeper meaning of business like Jon Gordon, and The Seed is his most searching and significant book yet. Whatever your profession, take this insightful look at the purpose behind work, and plant The Seed of inspiration in your life!

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Seed?

Economics, Finance, Business and Management > Business and Management > Management and management techniques > Management: leadership and motivation

Where can I read a sample of The Seed?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780470888568

Is The Seed part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Jon Gordon

Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Seed?

Jon Gordon

Who is the Publisher of the book The Seed?

Wiley

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

The Seed is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780470888568) and ebook(ISBN 9781118090244) and ebook(ISBN 9781118090268)

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