Dark Horse by Todd Rose

Book Summary

Todd Rose and Ogi Ogas, in one of the most outstanding and unique self-help books titled "Dark horse," will talk about new beliefs about success that not only challenge conventional thinking but also modify the approaches of success-oriented individuals. The two authors have presented their story in a very simple and humorous way, adding elegance to their writing.

At the beginning, they raise the question of how a successful astrologer or tailor really reached the position they are in now. Did they simply go to university after high school and continue their education in related fields, gradually reaching this stage through continuous study and skill acquisition, or not? Perhaps before reading "Dark horse," each of us would have answered yes to this question, but the examples in the book remind us that not only is there no direct correlation between university education and success, but a unique path has been designed and pursued by successful individuals. After learning about them, everyone is amazed that such a path existed and no one was aware of it.

Although a strange truth becomes apparent in the mind, there is no reason to worry at all; on the contrary, it is hopeful because people who may feel that time has been wasted and think that they must follow the old paths may now find that it is time to start again. Bringing up examples again of an astronomer and a tailor who have been unable even to obtain their high school diploma or have dropped out of university becomes another reason for not taking seriously what is generally emphasized in society and trying new and sometimes strange methods. Only the initial start may be a bit difficult, otherwise soon everyone interested will realize the falsity of some of their misconceptions.

About the Author

Todd Rose, a university professor, entrepreneur, and writer born on November 28, 1974, is primarily an expert in developmental psychology and has founded the Populace Institute. He is considered one of the popular writers in the field of general psychology and success and has always tried to focus on individual-centered success rather than standardizing success principles and has conducted research in this area.

Ogi Ogas is also a university professor born in 1971 who is considered a renowned researcher worldwide and has worked in the field of general psychology and has had collaborations with Harvard University. Like Rose, Ogas has always tried to have a special focus on unpredictable factors of individuals and organizations and offer his writings in this area to enthusiasts.

Who Should Read the Book?

If you are part of the community dissatisfied with your job and personal life events and want to make remarkable changes for yourself from now on, without wasting time, read "Dark horse.

Book Quotes

One of the important findings of Dark horse program may be this remarkable diversity of individual expertise. In every field we spoke to different experts, we found that there is a significant difference between the paths each has taken to success. Ingrid Carozzi abandoned all the standard flower arrangements and created her own brilliant works.

Elmore Leonard was a writer known throughout the world for his dialogue, vivid scenes, and strong characters, but his story plots seemed complicated and lifeless.

Stephen King is a writer with extraordinary story plots, but his characters usually lack depth. Leo Tolstoy has introduced some of the most important literary characters to the world of art and has woven them into fascinating story plots that always lead to remarkable heights. But sometimes he does something that disrupts the rhythm of his novel.

Perhaps at this point, we can say to ourselves that a great writer should at least create strong characters or strong story plots. Then suddenly we have Jorge Luis Borges, who has created unique works in his essay-like stories, and his stories have neither characters nor plots. All of these writers have achieved success, but none is like the other.