Friday, February 13, 2026

The Highest Calling

I've been looking for a business book written in novel form that captures the same magic as Goldratt's The Goal, which is a rare gem where deep operational and management insights feel like a gripping story rather than a dry textbook. The Goal nailed it with its compelling narrative about a plant manager racing against time. Recently, I picked up The Highest Calling by Lawrence Janesky, a business parable centered on Troy Becker, a struggling remodeling business owner who's been grinding for 12 years without much to show for it.