Quick read with good advice, nothing earthshattering however. My biggest love of this book was in the beginning when Jim clearly articulated a need for short business books! YES! More of these! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the free advance copy.

While I knew about Axios and Politico, though can’t claim that I’ve visited either site often, and wasn’t at all familiar with Jim Vandehei, his blurb for Just the Good Stuff most definitely caught my attention. I just had to know how this man who was all but flunking out of school managed to achieve such massive success. First and foremost I loved his writing style. The short chapters, the easy going, easy to understand, conversational tone makes this a book that can be read and understand by anyone. He weaves is own story, his own life lessons, seamlessly into the narrative, covering a wide range of topics. I will say I’d have liked to have had something like this when I was much younger. Some of his advice would really have served me well, especially his advice on being a quitter. Yes, you read that correct. Be a quitter, lol. Trust me it’s not what you think but you’ll understand when you read it. It’s sound advice and something I wished I’d have understood when I was just starting out. I’m now quite interested in checking out Jim’s other book. This is a book I can see myself dipping back into again every so often. I’d like to thank Rodale Inc. | Harmony, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an eARC of Just the Good Stuff: No-BS Secrets to Success.

An accessible and reader-friendly life and career advice from the founder of Politico and Axios.

The book is divided into six parts "life stuff", "work stuff", "boss stuff", "tough stuff", "small stuff", and "good stuff". Each chapter includes a handy overview and bullet points for putting these considerations/guidance into practice.

While none of the advice is groundbreaking, the way it is presented makes it digestible and entertaining. Would recommend this for people early in their career and for anyone else in the mood to pause and reflect.

Thank you to Rodale and NetGalley for the opportunity to read a copy.

"Just the Good Stuff" by Jim VandeHei is a concise and well-organized read. It'd make a great stocking stuffer or graduation gift that a reader will come back to every now and again.. Its format lends itself well to quick skimming, making it accessible even for the busiest of readers. VandeHei's personal anecdotes offer valuable insights, though they may not always apply universally. Personally, I didn't find enough to keep me interested for the long haul. While younger individuals embarking on their careers will find the advice particularly relevant and actionable, established professionals might find the content less applicable to their stage of life. Overall, a worthwhile read for young people and those navigating the early stages of their professional journey.

Jim VandeHei wastes nothing: not dreams, not words, not a reader's time in the remarkable JUST THE GOOD STUFF. Following on the heels of SMART BREVITY -- another fantastic read -- VandeHei shares pithy lessons, stories, and insights in meaningful, short passages with highlights and callouts, conclusions, and possibilities suggested for the reader to ponder, take to heart, or change around to suit themselves. I deeply appreciated his straight talk, the candor with which he admits less than admirable qualities (having an award made up for him so he wouldn't be the only graduate in the school who hadn't done or been remarkable in any way), and the driving passion to help others learn and master the lessons it took him years to bring to life. I received a copy of this book and these opinions are my own, unbiased thoughts.

Part old school self help book, part spot on insight. Do what you love, work harder
Than everyone else, anyone can do this, even a guy who almost flunked out of school!!

It’s not deep, it’s literally a bullet point book. With a wrap up at the end of each chapter. He waffles a bit on work/family balance and is keen on working out and healthy eating.

The most helpful sections were on work from home and handling remote work situations. His insights are excellent here.

Well written, an easy read, and very interesting.

I received an advanced reader’s copy for review purposes.

I have mixed feelings about this book. To get the most out of it, you definitely have to do as the author suggests: take time away from the book after each chapter to reflect and think of how to apply the lesson to your own life, possibly even writing it down. Otherwise - and this is how unfortunately many people will go about this book - if you read it in one sitting, it feels more like a list of cliches and list of suggestions you coud find online. The author made this book concise on purpose, not to be read quickly, but not to waste your time with stories and rambling examples. However, this puts the burden on the reader to get the most out of it. One other slightly confusing aspect was that many of these apply to business and work, but not all. So it's a bit confusing whether the book wants to be holistic (in which case it focuses too much on work), or mostly work (in which case the other aspects are out of scope).
Regardless, I am very thankful to have been given the ARC from NetGalley; and thank you Rondale Books.

Practical advice delivered in a quick and easy-to-read format. While the core takeaways might not be new, the author's behind-the-scenes stories on running start-ups make for a fascinating read. You'll find valuable insights on navigating life, family, relationships, and career. This book would be a good pick-me-up for young professionals starting out in the corporate world.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

I appreciated this book mostly for its organization and presentation of information, very digestible and reader friendly. But it was in the end mostly information I already know or material that is less relevant to me as someone not working in the same sphere as the author. Will be great for someone still starting out in that sphere though.

Hmm some good stuff in here and it wasn’t my style. Life lessons, work and leadership advice. Very informal and some elements did not fit my experience. Thank you to #netgalley and the publisher for an ARC.

The main points are in bold. The text is thin and digestible. If you want wisdom from a successful elder, here you go.

You've heard or read much of this before. But the clarity of presentation and the grouping of ideas makes it possible to take a nibble at a time of VandeHei's experience and mentorship.

Enjoy it when you have a project, are tackling something risky, or if you're just stuck and need inspiration.