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Never Split the Difference vs Think Again

Which should you read? A side-by-side comparison of Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss and Think Again by Adam Grant.

At a glance

Never Split the Difference Think Again
Rating ★ 4.9/5 ★ 4.9/5
Pages 288 320
Reading time ~7.2 h ~8.0 h
Published 2016 2021
Author Chris Voss Adam Grant
Category Keberkesanan Peribadi Kepimpinan
Publisher HarperBusiness Viking

Choose Never Split the Difference if…

  • You're interested in keberkesanan peribadi.
  • You want the higher-rated book (4.9/5).
  • You prefer a shorter read (~7.2 hours).

Choose Think Again if…

  • You're interested in kepimpinan.
  • You want the more recent perspective (2021).

Key takeaways — Never Split the Difference

  • Gunakan Soalan Dikawal (contohnya, 'Bagaimana saya patut lakukan itu?') untuk memaksa pihak lain membantu menyelesaikan masalah anda sambil memberi mereka ilusi kawalan.
  • Laksanakan Pelabelan untuk menenangkan emosi negatif dan mengukuhkan emosi positif, mewujudkan keselamatan psikologi untuk pihak lain berkongsi maklumat Black Swan.
  • Kuasi seni Meniru untuk membina ikatan emosi segera dengan rakan sejawat, menggalakkan mereka memperincikan dan mendedahkan keutamaan strategik sebenar mereka.
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Key takeaways — Think Again

  • Adakan Sikap Ilmuwan dengan menganggap strategi perniagaan sebagai hipotesis yang perlu diuji secara berterusan terhadap maklumat pasaran dan maklum balas baharu.
  • Kembangkan Kerendahan Hati Yakin, dengan mengakui batas pengetahuan anda untuk kekal terbuka kepada idea yang lebih baik dan wawasan strategik yang lebih tepat dari pasukan anda.
  • Foster budaya Berfikir Semula dalam pasukan anda dengan memberi ganjaran kepada 'keberanian untuk salah' dan menggalakkan pertanyaan secara berkala terhadap amalan terbaik organisasi yang sedia ada.
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The verdict

If you want the higher-rated, shorter read, start with Never Split the Difference. If you specifically need kepimpinan, Think Again is the better fit. Both summaries are free — no signup required.

❓ FAQ

Is Never Split the Difference or Think Again better? +

Never Split the Difference has the higher reader rating (4.9/5 vs 4.9/5), but "better" depends on your goal. Never Split the Difference focuses on keberkesanan peribadi, while Think Again focuses on kepimpinan. See the verdict below.

Which is shorter, Never Split the Difference or Think Again? +

Never Split the Difference is shorter (288 pages, ~7.2 hours) compared to Think Again (320 pages, ~8.0 hours).

Should I read Never Split the Difference or Think Again first? +

If you want the quicker, higher-rated read, start with Never Split the Difference. Otherwise read whichever matches your current goal — both summaries are free on BookHubs.