The 80/20 Principle and 92 Other Powerful Laws of Nature: The Science of Success

The author makes a less than convincing argument that the laws of quantum dynamic affects the way business succeed. Since each law presented in the first chapter is refined by each succeeding chapter only 20% of the book is relevant. The good take from the book is the evolution of the tools and best practices of business and applying the laws for evolution to business. If i believed everything in the book I would have to give the book only four stars or one stars to maintain the ratio. I was able to see though that ruse and gave the book 5.

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Richard Koch covers a vast range of science here. So much so that it made my head spin. But then I have no background in physics, biology or mathematics beyond the very basics. I may have to read this again to fully "get it" but I did get a lot...actionable stuff at that. Like I said, he covers a lot of territory, which usually spells disaster because authors end up covering nothing very well. But this book manages to pull it off. Not something you could read in a couple of hours and then just forget about. This book will have me thinking for a while. The implications are intriguing, because it considers business from the perspective of universal laws...yes very ambitious!

This book explains how the laws of physics and nature pertain to business, as it is like a living organism rather than a thing. It all makes a lot of sense to me now after reading it.

I was somewhat disappointed with this book. I was expecting something different. I am sure many would enjoy it. I had a hard time finishing it. I believe in the principle. It is a good book, for some reason I couldn't connect with it.

One of the key concept in this book is less is more, so I am going to keep it short. Better ideas and good information gives you the best chance at success in life and business.

i highly recommend this book , lot of practical uses of the 80/20 rule

Quite simply a tour de force. Chock full of insights for life and business, purpose and meaning. Predates and supersedes well traveled, otherwise worthy books such as Peter Thiel's "Zero to One."

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As per some of the other reviews, this isn't for everyone ! I would recommend that you start with the 80/20 Principle, if you like that one and have a very curious mind that enjoys metaphors go for this. I studied Physics at University and was nodding along - God knows how non-science orientated people will get some of this, which is interesting since Koch himself studied Humanities. The microeconomics bit went on a bit long, but then again that's the only non-science included here =) However, his chapter drawing allusions between corporate success/failure and Darwin's laws of natural selection make this purchase worthwhile all on its own. His advice as always is pithy and absolutely on the money - in our company his books are manuals !

Fully satisfied

One of the great books to read. Organised & logically explained.

Fascinating