Success Vs Joy by Geet Sethi | Sunil Agarwal [HARDCOVER] (RARE BOOKS)

Book Summary

Success vs Joy is an introspective book co-authored by Geet Sethi, a seven-time world billiards champion, and Sunil Agarwal, a former corporate leader and MBA graduate. Published in 2005, the book delves into the contrasting concepts of 'success' and 'joy' through a series of personal reflections and dialogues between the two authors.

The narrative unfolds as Geet Sethi shares his journey and experiences in the world of billiards, highlighting how his passion for the sport brought him immense joy. In contrast, Sunil Agarwal discusses his path in the corporate world, where he achieved what society deems as success but found himself lacking the internal fulfillment that Sethi experienced. This juxtaposition leads to a profound exploration of the idea that pursuing joy can lead to true success, rather than chasing success as defined by societal standards.

The book is structured into chapters that address various aspects of this theme, such as:

• The Meaning of My Life is Joy

• Moments of Joy vs Milestones of Success

• Knowing the Path vs Walking the Path

• Demons in the Mind

• Discipline Means Reining the Mind

• Success is a Social Concept

• Burn-outs

• Success Can Blind

• The Corruption of Joy

• Success Follows Joy

• Saying No to Success

• The Voice Within

• Seek Your Passion

These chapters delve into the philosophical and psychological aspects of pursuing one's passion and the internal satisfaction it brings, as opposed to external achievements.

About the Authors

Geet Sethi is a renowned Indian billiards and snooker player, celebrated for his exceptional skills and achievements in cue sports. He has won multiple world championships and is a recipient of India's highest sporting honors, including the Padma Shri and the Arjuna Award. Beyond his sports career, Sethi has ventured into various fields, including entrepreneurship and promoting sports excellence through initiatives like the Olympic Gold Quest. 

Sunil Agarwal is an alumnus of IIT Delhi and IIM Ahmedabad. He has had a distinguished career in the corporate sector and is known for his contributions to media and literature. Agarwal has co-authored several books and is recognized for his work in cartoon writing for major publications.