Designing Your Life

by Burnett, Bill; Evans, Dave

• ISBN13: 9781101875322
• ISBN10: 1101875321
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2016-09-20
• Publisher: Knopf
• More Book Details

About This Book

Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans is a groundbreaking book that applies design thinking principles to help individuals create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling. Published on September 20, 2016, this book has become a go-to resource for anyone looking to navigate life's big decisions and build a well-lived, joyful life.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students, educators, and professionals who are looking to apply design thinking principles to their personal and professional lives. It's particularly useful for recent graduates and mid-career individuals seeking to find their place in the world or make significant career changes.

History and Editions

The first edition of Designing Your Life has been widely acclaimed for its practical approach to life design. The book has undergone several printings, with the fourteenth printing occurring in January 2018. This edition includes bibliographical references and has been updated to reflect user feedback, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in guiding readers through the design process.

Author and Other Works

Bill Burnett is the executive director of the Design Program at Stanford University. He is known for his expertise in applying design thinking principles to real-world problems. Dave Evans is an adjunct lecturer in the Product Design Program at Stanford and a co-founder of Electronic Arts. Both authors bring their extensive experience in design and management to the text, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in design thinking.

Key Features

• Design Thinking Principles: The book walks readers through the process of building a satisfying, meaningful life by applying Stanford's famous design principles.
• Prototyping: It introduces the concept of prototyping as a way to test and refine life choices.
• Career Design: The book provides practical advice on how to design your dream job and navigate career transitions.
• Happiness and Fulfillment: It offers strategies for choosing happiness and building a life that is constantly creative and productive.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781101875322
• Audiobook: ISBN-13: 9781101875339
• eBook: ISBN-13: 9781101923092

Publication Details

• Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
• Publication Date: September 20, 2016
• Number of Pages: 272 pages
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• Hardcover (Used): Available through various sellers, including clickgoodwillbooks (ISBN: 9781101875322) [2].
• Audiobook: Available for download on various platforms [1].
• Renting Options: Available for rent on eCampus.com [3].

Related ISBNs:

• Hardcover (Used): 9781101875339
• Audiobook: 9781101923092
• eBook: 0451494083 (Note: This is an alternate ISBN for the eBook format, which may not be directly related but is listed as an alternate in some sources.)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Designing Your Life, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

BILL BURNETT is the executive director of the Design Program at Stanford.

DAVE EVANS is an adjunct lecturer in the Product Design Program at Stanford, a management consultant, and a co-founder of Electronic Arts

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