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What is Be More Pirate About?
“Be More Pirate” by Sam Conniff Allende explains how taking inspiration from the Golden Age of pirates can help you challenge the status quo and achieve your goals with a rebellious and innovative mindset. (Full Summary…)
Be More Pirate Summary Review
“Be More Pirate: Or How to Take on the World and Win” by Sam Conniff Allende is a captivating exploration of the rebellious spirit and innovative strategies of Golden Age pirates, drawing intriguing parallels with contemporary figures such as Elon Musk, Malala, and Banksy. The book delves into the ethos of piracy, presenting it not merely as an act of defiance but as a complete rewrite of societal norms, a reinvention that challenges the establishment, disrupts systems, and navigates uncertain futures.
The author masterfully weaves historical accounts of notorious pirates like Henry Morgan and Blackbeard with modern examples, illustrating how the principles of mischief, purpose, and power employed by pirates can be applied to the challenges of the 21st century. Drawing inspiration from the infamous mantra, “I’d rather be a pirate than join the navy” attributed to Steve Jobs, the book encourages readers to stand against the status quo, rewrite established rules, collaborate for collective impact, fight for fairness, share power, and craft compelling narratives to reshape their destinies.
Conniff Allende provides a comprehensive guide to adopting a pirate’s mindset, offering readers five key principles: Rebel, Rewrite, Reorganize, Redistribute, and Retell. Each principle is presented with depth and clarity, supported by historical anecdotes and contemporary success stories. The book also includes a practical guide to crafting a personalized pirate code 2.0, making it more than a theoretical exploration but a handbook for those seeking to revolutionize their lives and work.
The writing style is engaging, combining historical narrative with a motivational tone that encourages readers to embrace their ambitions, ideas, and challenges. The author’s expertise as a multi-award-winning serial social entrepreneur is evident throughout the book, adding credibility to the strategies proposed. Additionally, the incorporation of takeaway sections enhances the book’s practicality, allowing readers to reflect on and apply the principles discussed.
While the book provides a fresh perspective on leadership, innovation, and societal change, it maintains a sense of accessibility. The language is clear, avoiding unnecessary jargon, and the inclusion of features like Page Flip, Word Wise, and Enhanced Typesetting enhances the overall reading experience, especially for Kindle users.
“Be More Pirate” stands out as a manifesto for creating positive disruption, not just in business but in every aspect of life. Sam Conniff Allende’s insights, coupled with a rich blend of historical and contemporary examples, make this book a compelling read for those seeking inspiration and guidance on navigating the complexities of the modern world. It challenges readers to join the rebellion, embody the spirit of the pirate, and leave a lasting mark on the 21st century.
Who is the author of Be More Pirate?
Sam Conniff is a British author and the founder of Livity.
How long is Be More Pirate?
- Print length: 290 pages
What genre is Be More Pirate?
Nonfiction, Business, Self Help
What are the main summary points of Be More Pirate?
Here are some key summary points from Be More Pirate:
- Takeaway 1: Becoming a rebellious pirate, an agent for change, starts with finding a cause for rebellion. To find your cause, ask yourself, “What rule do I find unfair, unjust or just plain annoying?”.
- Takeaway 2: Once you break the rules, you’ve got to rewrite it. In other words, don’t just break the rules for the sake of it, but do so for constructive evolution.
- Takeaway 3: Your rebellion doesn’t have to be so drastic. You can start small by finding something in your job to improve and practicing not shying away from confrontation.
- Takeaway 4: Like pirates, aim to create strong connections. By doing so, you can stay small and agile, and, when the situation calls for it, you can tap into your network to scale. You can do so by using the power of the internet and creating a network of people around the world that can be called on at any time.
- Takeaway 5: Have a strong code of ethics and remain true to your core values. Create your own pirate code, enforce it and never lose sight of who you are.
- Takeaway 6: Create a singular message and spread it by leveraging the power of storytelling and branding. Also, be the brand – don’t just talk about it. Show to the world (and your critics) how your brand can make the world better.
What are good quotes from Be More Pirate?
“Try telling the truth for a whole week. And just see how much trouble you get in.”
Growth for growth’s sake is basically cancer”
“Imagination is a deadly weapon, it pays to keep it sharp.”
“The more powerful the person you meet, the more surprising it is to find out they’re just making it up, just like the rest of us.”
“There’s only one thing more stupid than stupid rules, and that’s the people who follow them.”
“Rulebreakers are like great artists, sometimes we don’t recognize what they give us until it’s too late.”
“The trouble is that for too long, business has been run by the wrong sort of pirates”
Is Be More Pirate worth reading?
The majority of customer reviews on leading review sites are positive. Here’s what some reviewers had to say about the book:
“This isn’t a book, it’s the beginning of a movement. Be More Pirate should come with a health warning.” —Tom Goodwin, author of Digital Darwinism
“Ask forgiveness, not permission! A unique approach…reminds me of the fun we’ve had with our airlines.” —Sir Richard Branson
“A model for how to break the system and create radical change.” —Evening Standard
“A refreshing, entertaining and inspiring perspective on work, leadership and why we do what we do.” —Bruce Daisley, VP, Twitter
“Be More Pirate feels so important as it looks to history to help us grip the future.” —Martha Lane Fox CBE, Founder of Lastminute.com
“A controversial call to arms, this contrarianism is exactly what we need to course correct ‘the corporation.'” —Arlo Brady, CEO of Freud Communications
[Conniff Allende is] one of the sharpest thinkers on the planet. Diving deep into the pirate mythology and ethos, Conniff-Allende riffs on the power of being a swashbuckling, take-no-prisoners leader in the Steve Jobs mode—but also presents a powerful deconstruction on the state of work today and how it can be different if we chose to. It is a manifesto for each of us to create the sort of Good Trouble the world needs.” —Forbes* Key sources: LibraryThing, Amazon, Wikipedia
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