Little Bets

Little Bets: How Breakthrough Ideas Emerge from Small Discoveries offers a compelling roadmap to creativity and innovation. Peter Sims shows that transformative ideas often begin as modest experiments—“little bets”—that uncover insights through trial and error. Drawing from examples like Steve Jobs, Chris Rock, Frank Gehry, and Pixar, the book emphasizes agile learning, rapid iteration, and embracing failure as essential steps toward breakthrough success . Lightly written yet rich in real-world anecdotes, it bridges psychology, design thinking, and entrepreneurship. Ideal for innovators, leaders, and creators, this engaging guide champions curiosity and continuous improvement over grand, preconceived plans.