Steve Magness Books
Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness are both experts on human performance.
Stulberg worked at McKinsey and Company and has coached some of the top business executives in the world.
Magness holds a Master’s degree in Exercise Science and has coached Olympic athletes.
Together, their writing has been featured in publications such as the BBC, the New Yorker, the Wall Street Journal and NPR.
Peak Performance
What's Peak Performance about?
Peak Performance (2017) employs success stories, case studies and various examples of athletes, artists and intellectuals to give you a crash course in performance. These blinks explain why performance became so integral to society in the first place and how you can be your best.
Who should read Peak Performance?
- Athletes who want to take their game to the next level
- Artists who want to become experts in their field
- Anyone interested in self-improvement or boosting their success
The Passion Paradox
What's The Passion Paradox about?
The Passion Paradox (2019) uncovers the biology behind passion and shows how you can harness it to help achieve your dreams. The thrill of following your passion has a more serious side, however, because it can completely consume your life. By following the authors’ advice, you can live a life full of passion while still avoiding pitfalls along the way.
Who should read The Passion Paradox?
- Young adults beginning to follow their dreams
- Passionate people who’ve hit a roadblock on their journey toward success
- Curious minds looking to understand the mechanisms behind passion
Do Hard Things
What's Do Hard Things about?
Do Hard Things (2022) explodes mythologies around the popular conception of toughness. It shows how traditional markers of toughness, like putting on a brave face and pushing past pain, can actually hinder physical and mental performance outcomes in the long term. Instead, real resilience comes from listening to your body and embracing your emotions.
Who should read Do Hard Things?
- Employees who need resilience to succeed in challenging, high-stress roles;
- Athletes and fitness fans wanting to build physical and mental fortitude;
- Anyone who wants to face challenges with authentic toughness.