The Adventures of Johnny Bunko by Daniel Pink (2008)

TL;DR: A mythical genie/life coach appears when six magical chopsticks are broken; Johnny learns six lessons about career and work

Chanced upon this at a Book Sale. I know Dan Pink usually writes Business Books, and I've seen this listed as one of his works. So my eyes lit up a small bit when I saw this displayed at one of the bookstore's shelves.

This was... strange. Manga and Business Books have not really been done. The idea is intriguing. I imagine, had this tipped, it would have invented its own category. But it's probably not its time yet.



The six lessons:
  1. There is no plan
  2. Think strengths, not weaknesses
  3. It's not about you
  4. Persistence trumps talent
  5. Make excellent mistakes
  6. Leave an imprint

One awesome nugget from the comic is the distinction between instrumental and fundamental reasons in choosing a career.
Instrumental reasons: you think it's going to lead to something else, regardless of whether you enjoy it or it's worthwhile. Fundamental reasons: you think it's inherently valuable, regardless of what it may or may not lead to
Instrumental reasons, do not last. The trick is to position what you do with fundamental reasons.

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