“Books can be dangerous. The best ones should be labeled ‘This could change your life.’” —Helen Exley
These are the best sellers. you’ve probably read some of them. find time to read some of these great books and your life will never be the same again. The ideas, stories, and advice in these books will encourage and challenge you to be better every day.
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There is no better way to continue your personal growth in 2017 than to begin on the pages of a great book. these are ten amazing additions to your reading list.
1. peak
peak condenses three decades of original research to present an incredibly powerful approach to learning that is fundamentally different from the way people traditionally think about acquiring a skill.
Whether you want to excel at work or help your child achieve academic goals, ericsson’s revolutionary methods will show you how to master just about anything.
“This book is a breakthrough, lyrical, powerful, science-based storytelling that really shows us how to get better (much better) at the things we care about.” —seth godin, author of linchpin
2. sand
In Determination, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth shows anyone who strives to succeed — that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a special blend of passion and persistence that she calls “determination.”
“angela duckworth [is] the psychologist who has made ‘grit’ the reigning buzzword in educational policy circles…duckworth’s ideas on cultivating toughness have clearly changed some lives for the better. .. in this book, Duckworth, whose ted talk has been viewed more than eight million times, brings his lessons to the reading public.” — judith shulevitz, the new york times book review
3. smarter faster better
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At the core of Smarter, Faster, Better are eight key productivity concepts — from motivation and goal setting to focus and decision making — that explain why some people and companies do so much.
“smarter, faster and better will not only make you more efficient if you heed its advice, but it will also save you the effort of reading many productivity books devoted to the ideas it contains.” — bloomberg businessweek
4. the ego is the enemy
In an age that glorifies social media, reality TV, and other forms of shameless self-promotion, the battle against the ego must be fought on many fronts. Armed with the lessons about ego is the enemy, as Holiday writes, “you will be less involved in the story you tell about your own specialty and, as a result, you will be freed to accomplish the world-changing work you have set out to do. go out to achieve.”
“ryan holiday is one of the greatest thinkers of his generation, and this book is his best yet.” — Steven Pressfield, author of the New York Times bestseller, The War on Art.
5. originals
in originals, adam tackles the challenge of improving the world, from the perspective of becoming original: choosing to champion novel ideas and values that go against the grain, fight against conformity, and break with outdated traditions. how can we originate new ideas, policies and practices without risking everything?
“recent research, counterintuitive ideas, spirited writing, practical calls to action…grant has a deserved reputation as an original thinker.” — the financial times
6. deep work
In an insightful work, author and professor Cal Newport shifts the narrative on impact in a connected age. Instead of arguing that distraction is bad, he celebrates the power of its opposite.
“Deep work makes a compelling case for cultivating intense focus and offers immediate action steps to infuse more into our lives.”—adam m. grant, author of give and take
7. the power of habit
the power of habit is a book by charles duhigg, reporter for the new york times. explores the science behind creating and reforming habits. duhigg takes us to the exciting edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed.
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“Once you read this book, you will never see yourself, your organization, or your world the same way.” — daniel h. pink
8. live ahead
in living forward, new york times bestselling author michael hyatt and executive coach daniel harkavy show us how to: design a life with an end in mind, determining in advance the results we want and the path to follow. get there.
“an intelligent and articulate manual… applying even a part of its simple and practical recommendations will improve the condition of life of any person”. — david allen, new york times bestselling author, how to get things done
9. born for this
This intersection of joy, money and flow is what guillebeau will help you find in born for this. Through inspiring stories of those who have successfully achieved their dream careers, as well as practical tools, exercises, and thought experiments, it will guide you through today’s vast menu of career options to discover the job that is the perfect fit for your interests. , skills, and experiences
“chris guillebeau makes landing your dream job seem less like a dream and more like a reality. Through practical tools and inspiring advice, This Is Born is a must-read for those yearning to find the perfect career path. — susan cain, new york times bestselling author of quiet
10. the subtle art of not giving a fuck
For decades, we’ve been told that positive thinking is the key to a rich and happy life. “Fuck positivity,” says Mark Manson. “Let’s be honest, shit is fucked up and we have to live with it.” the subtle art of not giving a fuck is a refreshing slap in the face for a generation that helps them lead happy, down-to-earth lives.
“resilience, happiness, and freedom come from knowing what to care about — and, more importantly, what not to care about. this is a masterful, philosophical and practical book that will give readers the wisdom to be able to do just that.” — ryan holiday, bestselling author of the obstacle is the way and the ego is the enemy
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Thomas Oppong is the founding editor at Alltopstartups (where he shares resources for startups and entrepreneurs) and the curator at Postanly (a free weekly newsletter that delivers the most insightful long-form posts from top publishers).
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