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About the Author
Paul Jarvis is a web designer, author and gentleman of adventure. He’s founded several start-ups, toured the US and Canada in the band Mojave, self-published two books, and has worked as a web designer for almost two decades. Paul’s writing appears in Fast Company, 99u, The Next Web, GOOD, Elephant Journal, Design Taxi, Medium.com and many other publications. With an international reputation as the designer whose vision and web design strategy builds multi-million dollar businesses, he’s worked with Fortune 500 companies, best-selling authors and the world’s biggest entrepreneurs. Paul’s clients include Yahoo, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, The Highline in New York City, Danielle LaPorte, Marie Forleo and Kris Carr. You can find him on Twitter at @pjrvs. He currently lives in the woods on Vancouver Island with his wife Lisa and their two rats, Onha’ and Awe:ri.
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
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Mike Vardy
on November 20, 2013
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Everything I Know is a fairly short read that reveals itself more like a kick in the ass than a fireside chat, which is a very good thing for those folks who get caught up in reading about getting work done instead of actually getting work done.
Not everything in this book will work for you, but a lot of it will. Some of it may seem fresh and some of it may serve as a reminder; I experienced both as I read it. Paul Jarvis is a great writer and is someone who works very hard on getting better at his craft. If you're looking to get better at your craft and find yourself in a state of "stuckness" or in a recurring state of not knowing what to do now (and not next), then get yourself a copy of Everything I Know. Paul Jarvis may not know everything, but what he does know is valuable...and definitely worth reading.
Not everything in this book will work for you, but a lot of it will. Some of it may seem fresh and some of it may serve as a reminder; I experienced both as I read it. Paul Jarvis is a great writer and is someone who works very hard on getting better at his craft. If you're looking to get better at your craft and find yourself in a state of "stuckness" or in a recurring state of not knowing what to do now (and not next), then get yourself a copy of Everything I Know. Paul Jarvis may not know everything, but what he does know is valuable...and definitely worth reading.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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on December 26, 2013
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When I first bought this book I wasn't sure it be worth my read because I work in the same industry as Paul Jarvis. What more could I learn or what else could be said? I was totally wrong! I appreciated the down to earth and honest advice that Paul gives. He wrote things I knew, but needed to hear from someone else. His words are inspiring and filled with value. What I appreciate about this book is that it's not another "how to" book -- it's a story of a man who isn't afraid to be himself. I'll definitely read it again!
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Jade Craven
on November 21, 2013
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A very solid book about creativity and art. It's the equivalent of sitting down for a chat with Jarvis while he gives you a hug and reassures you that the unpredictability of your work is to be expected. It reminded me of Jonathan Fields 'Uncertainty' and Srinivas Rao's 'Small Army Strategy.'
The book isn't a manual and doesn't contain much in terms of strategy. What it does give you is an insight into Pauls creative process and his perspectives on creation. I really liked it
The book isn't a manual and doesn't contain much in terms of strategy. What it does give you is an insight into Pauls creative process and his perspectives on creation. I really liked it
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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Nathaniel Smith
on November 26, 2013
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This book is hard to get through because each page just makes me want to put it down and start down my path. This book is exactly the kick in the pants I needed.
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Brett Henley
on December 23, 2013
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Paul is a refreshingly honest voice in a growing symphony of unoriginality. It’s nice to read something that just comes right out and lays it true with no promises or guarantees attached.
This book is not about what to do or how to do it. It’s about being unapologetically you and providing some guidance to help shape the journey to work that aligns with your values.
It’s refreshing in an age of experts to hear someone just say - “look, I’ve done it, but don’t just listen to me, listen to yourself.”
Read this book if you’re tired of formulas and just want some human added into the equation.
This book is not about what to do or how to do it. It’s about being unapologetically you and providing some guidance to help shape the journey to work that aligns with your values.
It’s refreshing in an age of experts to hear someone just say - “look, I’ve done it, but don’t just listen to me, listen to yourself.”
Read this book if you’re tired of formulas and just want some human added into the equation.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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on November 23, 2013
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I became familiar with Paul's work earlier this year...and even invited him to Costa Rica to design my blog...he said no...and honestly when I did that I didn't fully realize what a big deal he was. I really like Paul's style, his honesty and his world view resonates with me...this book was no exception...good read!!
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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VINE VOICE on December 1, 2013
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Paul writes a book that is a breezy, knowledgeable romp through the creative landscape.
This book is especially aimed at designers, which Paul is skilled at, but is valuable for any creative (writer, actor, etc...). What I found most appealing about the book is the "grounding" in real world experience. Paul isn't selling any extra courses, speeches etc... out of the back of the book. This book "is" Paul pouring out his creative expertise for you to enjoy.
Why not 5 stars?
1. This book isn't long enough. I think Paul has the depth of experience where he could have written an enjoyable 320-page or so book on these topics.
2. I wish Paul would have completed his Kickstarter campaign for this book. From what I read, he would have benefited from doing so, IMO.
This book is especially aimed at designers, which Paul is skilled at, but is valuable for any creative (writer, actor, etc...). What I found most appealing about the book is the "grounding" in real world experience. Paul isn't selling any extra courses, speeches etc... out of the back of the book. This book "is" Paul pouring out his creative expertise for you to enjoy.
Why not 5 stars?
1. This book isn't long enough. I think Paul has the depth of experience where he could have written an enjoyable 320-page or so book on these topics.
2. I wish Paul would have completed his Kickstarter campaign for this book. From what I read, he would have benefited from doing so, IMO.
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Lauren E. Bacon
on November 29, 2013
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The last thing the world needs is another know-it-all, self-proclaimed expert. So it's beyond refreshing to open Paul Jarvis's Everything I Know and read his think-for-yourself caveat: "This might not work." Whatever the opposite of a guru is, that's Paul. Humble, curious, and questioning authority (even his own) at every turn – oh, and unassumingly living every creative entrepreneur's dream. Full disclosure: I've known, and worked with Paul for many years, and his creativity, integrity, and fearless dedication to new challenges earned him my undying respect. Believe me when I say, though: Paul is the real deal, and humility aside, he has a metric tonne of wisdom. This peek inside his heart, mind, and soul is pure gold for any entrepreneur.
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