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Books I read for work and actually enjoyed
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items Looking for practical, non-boring reads that will help your performance in the workplace? I've saved you some time by putting together my top recommendations for improving how you think, communicate, set goals, persevere, and lead. Investing in your ...
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I read it twice. Probably the most actionable book I've read. The quadrants, the superstar/rockstar dynamic, the anecdotes. A book that should be on every professional's shelf.
Radical Candor - Kim Scott
If you like his speeches, you'll like his writing even more. I demolished this book and found myself asking “why?” more than I used to.
Start with Why - Simon Sinek
First “business” book I read. Highly inspiring. It's no-nonsense application. Ended up applying it to my life.
The Slight Edge - Jeff Olson
Planted a seed on the importance of open-mindedness. Understanding yourself a bit more is the first step toward sustained improvement.
Think Again - Adam Grant
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Probably my most highlighted book ever on Kindle. The book is rich with brain-busting wisdom. Must read.
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant - Eric Jorgenson
Great story to illustrate an important mindset. See the value in putting others first.
The Go-Giver - Bob Burg, John David Mann
Hard to not feel a little motivated by some Navy SEALs. Jocko's mind is one worth emulating. Own it.
Extreme Ownership - Jocko Willink, Leif Babin
Inspiring author on a topic I've struggled with. Pushing through the suck isn't something we want to do, and this is why winners do it anyway.
Grit - Angela Duckworth
Key learning: it's not all about you. Focus on doing what needs doing, without the attention-seeking behaviors. Your ceiling moves when you stop thinking about yourself.
Ego Is the Enemy - Ryan Holiday
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Surprisingly interesting and relatable. Bob is a legendary leader and innovator. Plus, Disney!
The Ride of a Lifetime - Robert Iger
“I never stopped trying to be qualified for my job.” - Darwin Smith. I pulled that quote from this book and used to say it to myself daily when I was feeling the imposter syndrome.
Good to Great - Jim Collins
Perhaps an odd addition to this list, but hugely inspiring. The book reads like a gritty movie. Absolutely unreal what those men did.
Endurance - Alfred Lansing
Can't hurt to think more about thinking, right? If you're up for it, read this to see how much room you actually have for improvement.
Predictably Irrational - Dan Ariely
You’d be surprised what you can learn from these athletes about work ethic, leadership, and life.
Brady vs Manning - Gary Myers
Very practical read if you're in a position where you think about customer experience in any degree. Got me thinking about effort and how to minimize it for my customers.
The Effortless Experience - Matthew Dixon
That we need a book on empathy says something about today's world. Still, this one drives the point home and gives you ideas on how to differentiate yourself with customers.
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