“How Will You Measure Your Life?” by Clayton M. Christensen, with co-authors James Allworth and Karen Dillon, is a thought-provoking book that blends business theory and personal reflection, guiding readers to find meaning and satisfaction in life, much as they would success in their careers. Christensen, a renowned professor at Harvard Business School, applies various business theories to life’s most significant challenges and opportunities, offering a unique perspective on how to achieve a fulfilling personal and professional life.

The book is structured around several key questions aimed at encouraging self-examination and long-term planning. These include how to build a career that is both financially rewarding and personally fulfilling, how to create lasting relationships with family and friends, and how to maintain a strong ethical foundation that can guide life’s toughest decisions.

Christensen draws from his own experiences, as well as his research in the field of business, to offer advice on how to avoid common pitfalls that can lead to unhappiness. He emphasizes the importance of allocating resources in a manner that aligns with one’s true priorities and values, suggesting that the principles that lead to success in business can also be applied to personal life to achieve a sense of accomplishment and contentment.

The book concludes with a powerful message on the importance of living with integrity and keeping sight of the bigger picture. Christensen challenges readers to ask themselves how they will measure their lives, encouraging a focus on more than just career success—to consider deeply the kind of person they want to be and the legacy they wish to leave behind.