The Dip by Seth Godin

“Quit or be exceptional. Average is for losers.” This quote by Seth Godin is the theme of his short, yet inspirational book, The Dip. Godin explains that when we do things in life, whether that be going to school, starting a new hobby or even engaging our everyday jobs and careers we will always face a “dip” or challenging portion of the activity. The dip comes after you have started the activity but before the activity has taken you to where you want to be. Godin’s challenge for society is to know when to stick it out and push through the hard parts of the dip or to know when to quit. His advice is basic and to the point. If you can’t make it through the dip, don’t start the activity. If you are going to do something, he wants you to be exceptional or as he says, “be the best in the world!” I agreed with Godin’s blunt ideas and realistic take on how to handle situations in life. I would recommend this book to college students in particular because it makes you re-think some of the decisions you have made, are making and those you will make in the future. We must know when to quit and when to keep pushing through the dip.