Summary: The 5 Patterns Of Extraordinary Careers - James Citrin and Richard Smith: The Guide For Achieving Success and Satisfaction

This work offers a summary of the book “THE 5 PATTERNS OF EXTRAORDINARY CAREERS: The Guide For Achieving Success and Satisfaction” by James Citrin and Richard Smith

The 5 Patterns of Extraordinary Careers is based on extensive and thorough research: a database of 1.2 million of exceutives was analysed; 2,000 surveys were completed and 300 face-to-face interviews were carried out. Its conclusions, therefore, are persuasive and compelling reading for every businessperson.

The research identified 5 key patterns, which Citrin and Smith explain and anaylse in turn. They found, for example, that successful executives understand their markets better than others, and also are quicker to take concrete action by expanding to adjacent areas. Being a benevolent businessperson will also serve you well, because others will in turn help you; employees who are trusted by benevolent leaders will perform better, and stay longer. Good executives have found a way to overcome the permission paradox – the catch 22 situation where you need experience for a role, but you can’t get experience without the job. They also find roles that match their strengths and weakness well.

The 5 Patterns of Extraordinary Careers doesn’t just explain these patterns, it also recommends how to gain the skills within each sector. For this reason, it’s both an informative and useful book that will help ambitious people rise up the ladder.