I received a complimentary copy from the publisher and all opinions expressed are mine .

I did not know what to expect with this book to be honest when I started it. I expected it to be about living well holistically and a few diet tips here and there. It's a book about how one should be responsible for their career. It's about finding what ypu need to prioritize to be the best version you can be and to be where you need to be, Every professional and aspiring professional should read this book.

I do feel everyone who’s working needs to give this book a chance. The content may sound familiar. However, this book gives numerous examples with recommendations on what we can do about our current situation in our jobs when we are not being able to enjoy what we are doing.

I appreciate the fact that options and suggestions are given crisply now and then in each chapter as it aids in the reading experience to make the recommendation given more practical wherever relevant for the different readers.

The book is made of three main sections which focuses on identifying our career, planning the journey in the career we choose and how to build/maintain a momentum in what we are doing.

I find this book refreshing and engaging.

Do give it a chance.

Thank you, Greenleaf Book Group, for the advance reading copy.

If you're looking for a book that would remind you of why you are doing anything in the first place, at work- then this one is something you should read. It's easier to get lost in work, and forget all about living and personal values but the author explores all this in detail and it's interesting that at the end of the book, you feel more happier, lighter and ready to improve on your perspective and action.
Thanks Netgalley for the eARC.

I liked the title and cover of this book and in some career flux so thought I'd take this book on. There are definitely some good points made by the authors but there is a lot of belief that everything you need is inside yourself. The entire first chapter is about learning your own limiting thoughts while the second looks at finding your skills. I think this focus is a bit myopic as you also have to be aware of the trends around you as well. You may be the very best and most passionate burger flipper out there but if you live in a town of vegans, it's not going to help.
There is more advice related to building a career portfolio, keeping yourself healthy, and identifying your values. There is nothing particularly groundbreaking but there are a number of resources and I've read enough of them to know that they were gathered well and the book is written well. This book could probably work well for anyone looking for a career move but will probably benefit those early in their careers the most.

Four stars
This book comes out October 10, 2023
ARC kindly provided by Greenleaf Book Group and NetGalley
Opinions are my own

"Live for a Living" serves as a valuable guide for helping readers craft a life that aligns with their personal values, motivations, and aspirations within their career. It is a reminder that life is meant to be lived and we're not meant to live to work. It is packed with case studies, practical exercises, and suggestions for online self-assessments, it equips readers with the tools they need to make intentional choices and have a more fulfilling career.

This is an interesting book — it’s a unique combination of personal and organizational development — determining which skills, gifts and talents you have and how they help in your work flow and organizational environment. It’s a philosophical look at what work means for you and how to be successful at work. It spans a really broad spectrum, though, almost assuming that this is aimed at young professionals. There are a few segments that may apply to older workers such as giving back and volunteering, but, for the most part I felt like it was aimed at younger workers just beginning their journey. It’s less about balance and creating a great relationship with work than it is philosophical strategies to succeed over a long work life.

Live for a Living offers a refreshing reminder about career success - it's about working to live, not living to work. The authors provide a practical framework to help you craft a fulfilling career journey aligned with what matters most to you. If you're looking to create a work life you can feel good about, this book has tips to inspire you to think differently and implement changes.