“So Good They Can’t Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love” by Cal Newport is a thought-provoking book that challenges the conventional wisdom of “follow your passion.” Newport argues that passion alone is not enough to build a successful and fulfilling career. Instead, he emphasises the importance of developing rare and valuable skills that can set you apart in the job market.

Newport introduces the concept of “career capital,” which refers to the skills and abilities that one accumulates through deliberate practice and hard work. He suggests that by focussing on building career capital, individuals can gain more control over their professional lives and create opportunities for meaningful and satisfying work.