The Uncertainty Advantage
"The pervasive macro uncertainty we are living today is distilled down to an intense personal level in this thoughtful, wide-ranging, and well-researched book. Using powerful and intimate anecdotes drawn from his own challenging journey, Scott Stirrett makes his lessons for life highly memorable."
-Stephen Poloz, former Governor of The Bank of Canada and author of The Next Age of Uncertainty, winner of the 2023 National Business Book Award
"Success isn’t about making one perfect decision—it’s about continuous action and learning along the way. The Uncertainty Advantage is an essential guide for young professionals looking to build resilience, take smart risks, and create opportunities in an unpredictable world.”
-Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, CEO of Xero and Author of Choose Possibility
In a world where the only certainty is change, The Uncertainty Advantage offers young professionals the tools to turn chaos into a career superpower. This indispensable guide illuminates the path to thriving in unpredictable times, equipping readers with the skills to cultivate antifragility, adaptability, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Discover how to embrace challenges, foster broad and deep professional relationships, and nurture self-compassion in an era of rapid technological advances and global upheaval.
Whether launching a new venture or navigating your first job, this book provides practical strategies and insights to help you harness uncertainty and build a resilient, dynamic career. Prepare to transform fear into freedom and insecurity into inspiration, setting the foundation for lifelong success and fulfillment in our thrilling yet daunting modern world.
Author of The Power of Why, and The Beauty of Discomfort
"I can't think of more perfect timing for The Uncertainty Advantage but it's also timeless advice for anyone who wants to improve their success at work and personally. The six pillars will be key guides for so many. I can't wait to give this book to the young people in my life, but I'm also better for having read it and will put some of the advice to work immediately!"
Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Unspoken Rules
“For anyone who is overwhelmed or underwhelmed by what’s going on in the world right now, Scott Stirrett offers a roadmap for taming the chaos. Packed with relatable stories and practical strategies, The Uncertainty Advantage will help you move forward, no matter who and where you are.”
Entrepreneur and Investor
"I’ve known Scott for over a decade and have seen firsthand the impact of his work in building Venture for Canada into a leading force in developing entrepreneurial talent. In The Uncertainty Advantage, he distills hard-earned wisdom into a compelling guide for early-career professionals navigating an unpredictable world."
Founder and Managing Partner Staircase Ventures
"The Uncertainty Advantage is a must-read for all young professionals. The six pillars are more relevant than ever as the pace of change accelerates and the only constant is disruption. Scott provides relatable stories and specific exercises to help readers understand and apply each of the pillars."
CEO Credit Canada
"I have come to know Scott as a board member at Venture for Canada. Like so many of his generation, he is ambitious, curious, and passionate about making an impact. The Uncertainty Advantage is an honest, engaging and personal account that delivers a great mix of insight and action. It brings to life Scott's own career journey to help guide others on theirs. And it fills an unmet need: A career book that addresses the very real challenges of today, written by a guy who’s living through them."
John Montalbano, Retired, CEO RBC Global Asset Management
"I am so pleased about the timing of this book's release. The world for young professionals is so different today than 5 or 10 years ago. The key themes focusing on resilience, a growth mindset, non-linearity and networking are important messages that need to be studied and applied."