Tim Gunn the Natty Professor, Tim Gunn
Tim Gunn the Natty Professor, Tim Gunn
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Tim Gunn: the Natty Professor
A Master Class on Mentoring, Motivating and Making It Work!

Author: Tim Gunn

Narrator: Tim Gunn

Unabridged: 5 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 03/24/2015

Synopsis

Tim Gunn, America's favorite reality TV cohost, is known for his kind but firm approach in providing wisdom, guidance, and support to the scores of design hopefuls on Project Runway. Having begun his fashion career as a teacher at Parsons The New School for Design, Tim knows more than a thing or two about mentorship and how to convey invaluable pearls of wisdom in an approachable, accessible manner.

While Gunn's Golden Rules showcased Tim "as life coach," imparting lessons based on his personal experiences, Tim Gunn: The Natty Professor will focus on Tim "as teacher." Divided into sections on common themes—leadership, curiosity, diversity, understanding, and empathy—this practical, timely book takes us on a journey through life lessons and uses Tim's own personal experiences, from the classroom to the therapist's office, to illustrate larger concepts. Each chapter will end with a "life assignment," where Tim challenges you to apply the lessons you've learned in practical mentoring or teaching situations.

About Tim Gunn

Beloved pop culture icon and New York Times bestselling author Tim Gunn is best known as the Emmy Award-winning host of Project Runway. He also hosted two seasons of his own Bravo makeover series, Tim Gunn's Guide to Style, and was the host of the reality TV series Under the Gunn.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Merry on November 18, 2015

I'll be the first to admit that I'm an unabashed Tim Gunn fan. I admire and love him. That being said, I adored this book for Tim's heartfelt views on teaching and the arts. He hits the nail on the head of what makes an excellent teacher and mentor.......more

Goodreads review by Adam on August 08, 2015

"Teachers who save us from ignorance should be given the glory (and income!) of open-heart surgeons." "Some people believe in being 'practical,' and only studying things that will prepare us for the exact job we will have. But I believe that education should broaden our horizons. Nothing we learn tha......more

Goodreads review by Bill on September 20, 2016

An entertaining, but rambling, look into the teaching and mentoring philosophy of Tim Gunn. It's loosely structured by the five components of his "T.E.A.C.H." approach, but in reality, the chapters often have little connection. I would have preferred a more linear book -- talking about his own experi......more

Goodreads review by Rachael on May 06, 2019

I just love Tim Gunn. Also, this book has surprisingly practical and helpful tips for mentoring.......more

Goodreads review by Harrison on March 29, 2024

4.75⭐ I originally wanted came to this to learn about Tim Gunn (as I find him extremely fascinating and lovely), but ended up learning a lot more about how important teaching and role-modeling is in life. I loved reading little anecdotes from Gunn's life and his experinces. What I especially adored w......more

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