The best 100 Success books

Success is a highly sought-after achievement in both personal and professional realms. Our carefully selected book list delves into the strategies, mindsets, and habits that can pave the way for success, making it an indispensable resource for those seeking to understand and cultivate this elusive quality.

Dive into these insightful reads to glean valuable wisdom and actionable advice that can propel you towards your goals. Ready to kickstart your journey to success? Let's explore these books together!

The best 100 Success books
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Success Books: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

Think and Grow Rich

Napoleon Hill
4.4 (2,399 ratings)
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What's Think and Grow Rich about?

In Think and Grow Rich (1937), Napoleon Hill investigates the methods of the 500 most successful people of his time, including the world’s richest men, top politicians, famous inventors, writers and captains of industry. First published amidst the Great Depression, Think and Grow Rich has sold over 100 million copies.

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Who should read Think and Grow Rich?

  • Anyone who wants to learn the secrets of people who have made it big
  • Anyone who wants to be successful in life
  • Anyone who’s heard of this self-help classic and wants to see what it’s about 

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Success Books: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Stephen R. Covey
Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
4.6 (4,450 ratings)
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What's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People about?

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (1989) is perhaps one of the most celebrated self-help books of all time. This enormously influential guide presents a series of practical principles that will help you succeed in your personal and professional lives.

Who should read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People?

  • Professionals aspiring to fulfill their potential
  • People looking to build stronger relationships
  • Anyone seeking to understand a self-help classic

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Success Books: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

Thinking, Fast and Slow

Daniel Kahneman
4.4 (6,353 ratings)
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What's Thinking, Fast and Slow about?

Thinking, Fast and Slow (2011) – a recapitulation of the decades of research that led to Kahneman's winning the Nobel Prize – explains his contributions to our current understanding of psychology and behavioral economics. Over the years, the research of Kahneman and his colleagues has helped us better understand how decisions are made, why certain judgment errors are so common, and how we can improve ourselves. 

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Who should read Thinking, Fast and Slow?

  • Anyone interested in the human mind 
  • People curious about how we make judgments
  • Students of psychology and behavioral economics

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Success Books: The ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan

The ONE Thing

Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
The surprisingly simple truth behind extraordinary results
4.6 (867 ratings)
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What's The ONE Thing about?

The ONE Thing (2013) helps you to discover your most important goal, and gives you tools to ensure you can use your time productively to get there. The book reveals that many of the maxims we accept as good practice are actually myths that only hinder our progress. It also provides advice on how to live your life with priority, purpose and productivity without sending other aspects of life out of balance, because this is the way to perform the kind of focused work that leads to great success.

Who should read The ONE Thing?

  • Anyone looking to improve their productivity
  • Anyone who has trouble finding time to commit to their goal
  • Anyone looking for greater clarity and purpose in their daily life

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Success Books: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman

Emotional Intelligence

Daniel Goleman
4.3 (3,472 ratings)
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What's Emotional Intelligence about?

Emotional Intelligence (1995) outlines the nature of emotional intelligence and reveals its vast impact on many aspects of life. By presenting the ways emotional intelligence evolves and explaining how it can be improved, it offers an alternative to the overly cognition-centered approaches to the human mind that formerly prevailed in the psychological establishment.

Who should read Emotional Intelligence?

  • Anyone who is unsatisfied by more traditional measurements of intelligence
  • Anyone who wonders if IQ determines success
  • Anyone who is striving to live up to their own abilities

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Success Books: Focus by Daniel Goleman

Focus

Daniel Goleman
The Hidden Driver of Excellence
4.3 (735 ratings)
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What's Focus about?

Focus (2013) is a guidebook for nurturing today’s scarcest resource: attention. Using cutting-edge research, the book reveals that sharpening our focus in a world of endless distractions is the key to professional success and personal fulfillment. What makes Goleman’s contribution special is that the book expands the definition of “focus” beyond mere concentration and calls for a mindful life in which attention is paid to the self, to others and to the planet.

Who should read Focus?

  • Workers and students who wish to improve their focus and productivity
  • Anyone who wants to learn the secret of living a focused, mindful life
  • Leaders who want to channel their vision effectively and improve their relationships with employees

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Success Books: Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek

Leaders Eat Last

Simon Sinek
Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t
4.3 (829 ratings)
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What's Leaders Eat Last about?

Leaders Eat Last explores the influence that neurochemicals have on the way people feel and consequently act, and examines the discrepancies between how our bodies were designed to function and how they function today. Ultimately, we need true leaders to direct us back on the right path.

Who should read Leaders Eat Last?

  • Any leader, CEO or manager of a business or organization
  • Anyone interested in how biological evolution affects our behavior today
  • Anyone interested in leadership techniques

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Success Books: The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday

The Obstacle is the Way

Ryan Holiday
The Timeless Art of Turning Trials Into Triumph
4.6 (851 ratings)
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What's The Obstacle is the Way about?

In The Obstacle is the Way (2014), Ryan Holiday brings the age-old wisdom of Stoic philosophy up to date. By examining the struggles of historical figures of inspiring resilience, Holiday shows not only how obstacles couldn’t stop them, but more importantly, how these people thrived precisely because of the obstacles. Holiday shows how we can turn obstacles to our advantage, and how we can transform apparent roadblocks into success, both in our businesses and our personal lives.

Who should read The Obstacle is the Way?

  • Anyone working for a business during tough economic times
  • Anyone working at a start-up facing great challenges to get off the ground
  • Anyone who wants to learn how to better deal with inevitable hardships

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Success Books: Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy

Eat That Frog!

Brian Tracy
21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time
4.3 (1,189 ratings)
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What's Eat That Frog! about?

Eat That Frog! is all about overcoming procrastination and learning to manage your time. It’s normal to feel drowned in work, but when you learn to “eat your frogs” – meaning do your most important tasks first – you’ll work more efficiently and be happier too.

Who should read Eat That Frog!?

  • Procrastinators anonymous
  • Anyone with a goal to achieve
  • Those overwhelmed by all the work they have to do

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Success Books: Walmart by Natalie Berg and Bryan Roberts

Walmart

Natalie Berg and Bryan Roberts
Key Insights and Practical Lessons from the World's Largest Retailer
4.5 (78 ratings)
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What's Walmart about?

In Walmart (2012), authors Natalie Berg and Bryan Roberts share key insights and business principles from the company that reveal how it became the biggest retailer in the world. Examining the retailer’s unprecedented success, the authors also discuss Walmart’s future challenges.

Who should read Walmart?

  • Anyone interested in business innovation
  • Anyone who wants to learn about how to run a successful retailer
  • Anyone wondering how Walmart carved its path to success

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Success Books: The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman and Kaley Warner Klemp

The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership

Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman and Kaley Warner Klemp
A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success
4.3 (153 ratings)
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What's The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership about?

The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership (2014) teaches you how to become a conscious leader – a leader who inspires positive change, creates a great work atmosphere and builds close relationships in their personal life. Because leading is about a lot more than just giving orders.

Who should read The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership?

  • Leaders who want to create a great work atmosphere
  • People who want to be more productive
  • Those wanting to strengthen their personal relationships

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Success Books: As A Man Thinketh by James Allen

As A Man Thinketh

James Allen
4.2 (484 ratings)
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What's As A Man Thinketh about?

As a Man Thinketh (1903) captures the philosophy of James Allen. These blinks reveal the power that thoughts have over our personalities, our circumstances and our well-being. We discover the benefits of learning to master our minds and direct our thoughts toward the goals we want to achieve.

Who should read As A Man Thinketh?

  • Readers interested in the beginnings of self-help literature
  • Individuals looking to improve their lives with advice that’s stood the test of time
  • Everyone who loves gleaning new insights from a classic

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Success Books: Mastery by George Leonard

Mastery

George Leonard
The Keys to Success and Long-Term Fulfillment
4.4 (198 ratings)
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What's Mastery about?

Mastery (1992) reveals how you can shift your mindset to achieve long-term success in new pursuits. Drawing on real-life examples from sports, psychology and mindfulness teachings, these blinks explain the five essential elements for achieving mastery in any discipline and give us the tools we need to bounce back from pitfalls along the way.

Who should read Mastery?

  • Athletes keen to achieve better results in their training
  • Readers interested in how they can take careers, relationships and hobbies to the next level
  • Individuals curious about how our attitude shapes our potential to achieve

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Success Books: Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss

Tools of Titans

Tim Ferriss
The Tactics, Routines and Habits of Billionaires, Icons and World-Class Performers
3.8 (995 ratings)
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What's Tools of Titans about?

Tools of Titans (2016) details the stories, strategies and successes of some of the most inspirational achievers, thinkers and doers of modern times. These blinks will teach you how to strengthen your body and your mind, all while building your creative business.

“There’s a reason why Tim Ferriss has become such an influential voice when it comes to achieving top performance. He always manages to get the best advice out of such fascinating, impressive people. Even Seth Rogan is in here!” – Ben S. Head of Salad at Blinkist

Who should read Tools of Titans?

  • Fitness buffs who are in search of workout tips
  • Budding entrepreneurs in need of inspiration
  • Creative minds looking for words of wisdom

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Success Books: Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday

Ego is the Enemy

Ryan Holiday
The Fight to Master Our Greatest Opponent
4.4 (959 ratings)
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What's Ego is the Enemy about?

Ego is the Enemy (2016) outlines the dangers of egotism and the strategies we can use to rein in our pride, using historical and cultural examples. From finding a mentor to learning how to delegate tasks, these blinks show us why staying grounded can secure future success.

Who should read Ego is the Enemy?

  • Anyone who has been told that they’re arrogant or proud
  • Successful business people feeling uneasy about their newfound fame
  • Managers interested in how the ego impacts our work lives

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Success Books: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

Mark Manson
A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life
4.3 (6,950 ratings)
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What's The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck about?

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck (2016) lays out how to live a better life by caring about fewer things. If you follow few simple rules, you can enjoy a happier, less stressful existence.

Who should read The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck?

  • Anyone feeling stressed or overburdened with life
  • Self-improvement junkies
  • People worried about their legacy

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Success Books: The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene

The Laws of Human Nature

Robert Greene
4.5 (788 ratings)
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What's The Laws of Human Nature about?

The Laws of Human Nature (2018) takes an in-depth look at the many aspects of the human condition that often go overlooked or unacknowledged. As author Robert Greene explains, we are all a bit narcissistic, irrational, short-sighted and prone to compulsive and aggressive behavior. But once we accept and start to understand these aspects of human nature, we can begin to control and even benefit from them.

Who should read The Laws of Human Nature?

  • Students of psychology and human nature
  • Those seeking to understand their behavior
  • People who want to live a better life

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Success Books: Measure What Matters by John Doerr

Measure What Matters

John Doerr
How Google, Bono, and the Gates Foundation Rock the World with OKRs
4.4 (764 ratings)
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What's Measure What Matters about?

Measure What Matters (2018) chronicles John Doerr’s lifelong journey of helping organizations implement objectives and key results – otherwise known as OKRs. With the help of OKRs, companies like Google and nonprofits like the Gates Foundation have been able to transform the way they set goals to reach new heights.

Who should read Measure What Matters?

  • CEOs and managers looking to drive their organization’s growth
  • Founders looking to implement a healthy, transparent workplace culture right from the get-go
  • Employees sick of annual performance reviews

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Success Books: The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma

The 5 AM Club

Robin Sharma
Own Your Morning. Elevate Your Life.
4.5 (11,236 ratings)
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What's The 5 AM Club about?

The 5 AM Club (2018) shows how embracing a revolutionary morning routine can deliver epic results. Through the enchanting story of an entrepreneur, an artist, and their eccentric billionaire mentor, it explains how you can use the first hour of your day to drive personal growth and get the most out of life.

Who should read The 5 AM Club?

  • Those who feel they could try and get more out of the day
  • People who want to achieve great things in life
  • Anyone in need of an energizing and positive morning routine

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Success Books: The 3-Minute Rule by Brant Pinvidic

The 3-Minute Rule

Brant Pinvidic
Say Less to Get More from Any Pitch or Presentation
4.5 (1,046 ratings)
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What's The 3-Minute Rule about?

"By the end of three minutes, your audience will already be leaning yes or no on your proposal. From that point on, you can continue yammering for another 57 minutes, but the die is already cast."

The 3-Minute Rule (2019) is an incisive guide to creating an ultra-concise, ultra-compelling pitch for any idea, product, service or company. Beginning with the provocative thesis that you have only three minutes to persuade a modern audience, it provides you with a blueprint for packing those three minutes with your best possible material. 

Who should read The 3-Minute Rule?

  • Business people who need to pitch things in a corporate setting    
  • Creative people who need to pitch things in the entertainment industry 
  • Anyone else who needs to pitch something to someone

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Success Books: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

The Psychology of Money

Morgan Housel
Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness
4.4 (2,432 ratings)
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What's The Psychology of Money about?

The Psychology of Money (2020) looks at the way money works in the real world. Financial decisions are rarely driven by the theories of economists and the neat spreadsheets of accountants. Instead, a myriad of factors, from personal history to pride and even envy, shape our decision-making. The results are often surprising – and always fascinating.

Who should read The Psychology of Money?

  • Investors and savers
  • Entrepreneurs 
  • History buffs

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Success Books: The Law of Success by Napoleon Hill

The Law of Success

Napoleon Hill
The 15 Most Powerful Principles for Wealth, Health, and Happiness
4.6 (944 ratings)
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What's The Law of Success about?

The Law of Success (1928) covers 15 valuable lessons that you can use to get motivated about turning your plans and dreams into reality. You can put these practical lessons into practice today. They’re designed to help you turn words into action, gain self-confidence, and thrive in any environment.

Who should read The Law of Success?

  • Inspiration seekers
  • Salespeople looking for tips on success
  • People interested in how to gain self-confidence

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Success Books: The Daily Laws by Robert Greene

The Daily Laws

Robert Greene
366 Meditations on Power, Seduction, Mastery, Strategy, and Human Nature
4.4 (812 ratings)
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What's The Daily Laws about?

The Daily Laws (2021) is a compendium of 366 rules for life, covering everything from seduction and power to the discovery of your life’s great task. It distills the insights author Robert Greene has uncovered in a series of best-selling books spanning 22 years of word.

Who should read The Daily Laws?

  • Fans of Robert Greene’s best-selling work
  • People who’ve lost touch with their sense of purpose and drive
  • Anyone in need of a strong dose of wisdom

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Success Books: Start With Why by Simon Sinek

Start With Why

Simon Sinek
How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action
4.6 (1,419 ratings)
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What's Start With Why about?

Start With Why (2009) tackles a fundamental question: What makes some organizations and people more innovative, influential, and profitable than others? Based on best-selling author Simon Sinek’s hugely influential lecture of the same name, the third most-watched TED talk of all time, these blinks unpack the answer to that conundrum. As Sinek’s examples show, it’s all about asking why rather than what.

Who should read Start With Why?

  • Managers and team leaders 
  • Entrepreneurs building their brand 
  • Self-starters in need of a bit of inspiration

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Success Books: Million Dollar Habits by Brian Tracy

Million Dollar Habits

Brian Tracy
Proven Power Practices to Double and Triple Your Income
4.4 (1,477 ratings)
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What's Million Dollar Habits about?

Million Dollar Habits (2017) is the manual to your brain and your life that you never got in school. It explains the “secrets” of success and what you need to do to unlock your full potential.

Who should read Million Dollar Habits?

  • Millionaire wannabes
  • Couch potatoes looking to get fit and healthy 
  • People who want to develop great relationships

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Success Books: The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton Christensen

The Innovator’s Dilemma

Clayton Christensen
When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail
4.4 (620 ratings)
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What's The Innovator’s Dilemma about?

The Innovator’s Dilemma explains why so many well-established companies fail dismally when faced with the emerging markets they create. This Blink focuses on one of the book’s central themes: disruptive innovation.

Who should read The Innovator’s Dilemma?

  • Anyone interested in why big companies are so vulnerable to disruptive technologies
  • Business executives
  • Anyone who wants to take advantage of technological innovations

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Success Books: The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene

The 48 Laws of Power

Robert Greene
4.1 (2,234 ratings)
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What's The 48 Laws of Power about?

The 48 Laws of Power (1998) takes an irreverent look at the fundamental characteristics of power – how to understand it, defend against it, and use it to your advantage. This Blink offers compelling insights, backed by historical examples, into the dynamics of competition and control. 

Who should read The 48 Laws of Power?

  • Entrepreneurs looking to gain the upper hand in their market
  • Anybody who wants to acquire power – or protect themselves and others from it
  • People interested in the history of power dynamics

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Success Books: From Strength to Strength by Arthur C. Brooks

From Strength to Strength

Arthur C. Brooks
Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life
4.5 (885 ratings)
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What's From Strength to Strength about?

From Strength to Strength (2022) is a roadmap for thriving in the second half of life. Packed with practical advice, it helps readers stop dwelling on past successes and find fulfillment in the present.

Who should read From Strength to Strength?

  • Anyone facing the decline of their professional abilities
  • Professionals preparing to pivot from one career to another
  • Everyone who wants to lead a life full of purpose

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Success Books: Stop Doing That Sh*t by Gary John Bishop

Stop Doing That Sh*t

Gary John Bishop
End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back
4.3 (696 ratings)
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What's Stop Doing That Sh*t about?

Stop Doing That Sh*t (2019) dives into the subconscious to explore how and why we self-sabotage ourselves. Discover why just thinking positively or deciding to change doesn’t help us to actually improve ourselves. Then, learn a method for finally overcoming the hidden thoughts that have been unconsciously ruling our lives. 

Who should read Stop Doing That Sh*t?

  • Self-saboteurs of all stripes
  • Hard workers who periodically get in their own way
  • Anyone looking for a no-nonsense guide to improving their life

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Success Books: Do Hard Things by Steve Magness

Do Hard Things

Steve Magness
Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness
4.4 (636 ratings)
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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.

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Success Books: Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza

Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself

Joe Dispenza
How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One
4.5 (1,664 ratings)
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What's Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself about?

Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself (2012) shows you how to tap into your mind's unlimited potential and transform your life from the inside out. Get ready to break free from limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns and become the master of your destiny.

Who should read Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself?

  • Aspiring mind benders
  • Change seekers
  • Wellness warriors

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Success Books: Stop Self-Sabotage by Dr. Judy Ho, PhD

Stop Self-Sabotage

Dr. Judy Ho, PhD
Six Steps to Unlock Your True Motivation, Harness Your Willpower, and Get Out of Your Own Way
4.0 (482 ratings)
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What's Stop Self-Sabotage about?

Stop Self-Sabotage (2019) outlines a six-step guide to identifying and overcoming behaviors that counteract people’s ability to reach goals of all kinds. The clinically proven process includes exercises, practical advice, and real-life examples of how people have used the method to change their lives.

Who should read Stop Self-Sabotage?

  • Procrastinators
  • Anyone who struggles with motivation or willpower to achieve their goals
  • People looking to make positive changes quickly and efficiently

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Success Books: Unfu*k Yourself by Gary John Bishop

Unfu*k Yourself

Gary John Bishop
Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life
4.6 (1,537 ratings)
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What's Unfu*k Yourself about?

Unfu*k Yourself (2017) lays out an unpleasant truth: there’s only one thing that’s getting in the way of your best life, and that’s you. It provides a set of no-nonsense strategies designed to help you get out of your head, get out of your way, and begin living life on your own terms.

Who should read Unfu*k Yourself?

  • Self-saboteurs who can’t turn off their persistently negative inner monologue
  • Those trying to get out of their own way and go after their dreams
  • Anyone who’d like their life to be a little less, well, fu*ked

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Success Books: Future Shock by Alvin Toffler

Future Shock

Alvin Toffler
A Handbook for Adjustment in the Face of Accelerating Change
4.0 (5 ratings)
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What's Future Shock about?

Future Shock (1970) examines the psychological and societal effects of rapid technological and cultural change, arguing that the accelerating pace of progress overwhelms people’s ability to adapt. It explores how constant upheaval disrupts personal stability, weakens traditional social structures, and leads to widespread feelings of anxiety and disorientation. Most importantly, it also offers practical strategies for coping with this overwhelming sense of change – emphasizing the need for adaptability and resilience in an unpredictable world.

Who should read Future Shock?

  • Tech workers who need to keep pace with rapid innovations
  • Thought leaders looking to harness the next wave of change
  • Anyone who wants to future-proof their life 

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Success Books: How Highly Effective People Speak by Peter Andrei

How Highly Effective People Speak

Peter Andrei
How High Performers Use Psychology to Influence With Ease
4.3 (736 ratings)
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What's How Highly Effective People Speak about?

How Highly Effective People Speak (2021) is a practical guide to increasing influence through speech. It posits that information should be conveyed as humans are wired to receive it. So an understanding of behavioral economics is essential. By dissecting the personal anecdotes and historical examples shared, you’ll learn the theories and tactics to make your own communication highly effective.

Who should read How Highly Effective People Speak?

  • Anyone wanting to improve their public speaking skills 
  • Individuals with a vision they wish to communicate more compellingly
  • Public-facing business leaders and employees   

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Success Books: The Art of Persuasion by Bob Burg

The Art of Persuasion

Bob Burg
Winning Without Intimidation
3.9 (34 ratings)
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What's The Art of Persuasion about?

The Art of Persuasion (1998) explores strategies for influencing others effectively and ethically by encouraging positive relationships and clear communication. It emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and creating mutually beneficial outcomes. Through practical techniques and relatable anecdotes, it demonstrates how to navigate objections, build trust, and inspire cooperation.

Who should read The Art of Persuasion?

  • Business professionals seeking ethical persuasion techniques
  • Salespeople aiming to build stronger client relationships
  • Individuals interested in personal growth through communication

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Success Books: Your Next Five Moves by Patrick Bet-David

Your Next Five Moves

Patrick Bet-David
Master the Art of Business Strategy
3.9 (74 ratings)
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What's Your Next Five Moves about?

Your Next Five Moves (2020) focuses on strategic thinking and how to master the art of anticipating future challenges and opportunities. It provides guidance on clarifying goals, understanding oneself and others, and developing a step-by-step plan to achieve success in business and life.  Through practical insights and actionable strategies, it empowers individuals to think multiple steps ahead and make informed decisions that drive long-term success.

Who should read Your Next Five Moves?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking strategic guidance and business success
  • Business leaders looking to refine their decision-making skills
  • Anyone interested in mastering long-term planning and foresight

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Success Books: Management 3.0 by Jurgen Appelo

Management 3.0

Jurgen Appelo
Leading Agile Developers, Developing Agile Leaders
3.7 (7 ratings)
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What's Management 3.0 about?

Management 3.0 (2010) shows you how to lead modern organizations as living systems rather than machines. You'll learn practical approaches to creating environments where teams naturally thrive and adapt, drawing from successful practices at companies like Microsoft, Spotify, and ING Bank. This fresh perspective transforms complexity from an obstacle into an advantage, helping you build organizations that grow stronger through continuous adaptation.

Who should read Management 3.0?

  • Leaders seeking fresh approaches to managing complex modern organizations
  • Teams looking to build stronger capabilities and more effective practices
  • Managers ready to move beyond traditional command-and-control approaches

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Success Books: A Beginner's Guide to the Stock Market by Matthew R Kratter

A Beginner's Guide to the Stock Market

Matthew R Kratter
Everything You Need to Start Making Money Today
4.3 (49 ratings)
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What's A Beginner's Guide to the Stock Market about?

A Beginner's Guide to the Stock Market (2019) provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to investing, making it accessible for those new to the stock market. It breaks down essential concepts such as stock ownership, trading strategies, and market analysis, offering practical guidance to help readers develop a personalized investment approach while steering clear of common mistakes.

Who should read A Beginner's Guide to the Stock Market?

  • New investors seeking foundational stock market knowledge
  • Individuals exploring diverse trading strategies and methods
  • Those wanting to build long-term wealth through investing

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Success Books: The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner

The Book on Rental Property Investing

Brandon Turner
How to Create Wealth and Passive Income Through Smart Buy & Hold Real Estate Investing
4.2 (85 ratings)
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What's The Book on Rental Property Investing about?

The Book on Rental Property Investing (2015) shows you how to build lasting wealth through smart real estate investments. With proven strategies for finding profitable deals, maximizing cash flow, and leveraging tax benefits, you’ll gain the insights needed to turn rental properties into reliable financial assets. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned investor, this guide will help you make informed decisions and achieve financial independence.

Who should read The Book on Rental Property Investing?

  • Real estate investors seeking long-term wealth through rental properties
  • Aspiring landlords wanting to maximize cash flow and tax benefits
  • Entrepreneurs exploring creative financing and property management strategies

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Success Books: How to Enjoy Your Life and Your Job by Dale Carnegie

How to Enjoy Your Life and Your Job

Dale Carnegie
4.6 (145 ratings)
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What's How to Enjoy Your Life and Your Job about?

How to Enjoy Your Life and Your Job (1955) provides guidance about getting more out of your day-to-day life, by generating more energy into your workday and improving your personal relationships. It sheds a light on how human nature influences the way we behave, so you can improve your interpersonal skills and deepen your self-understanding.

Who should read How to Enjoy Your Life and Your Job?

  • The chronically weary
  • Managers who want to become more effective leaders
  • Students of human nature

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Success Books: Speed Reading by Kam Knight

Speed Reading

Kam Knight
Learn to Read a 200+ Page Book in 1 Hour
4.5 (300 ratings)
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What's Speed Reading about?

Speed Reading (2018) reveals how to dramatically increase your reading speed without sacrificing comprehension or retention. It delves into your brain’s and eyes’ natural capabilities to process more words in less time and offers practical strategies and exercises beyond mere skimming and scanning. Through innovative techniques, it promises to enhance your reading speed and improve your focus, memory, and understanding.

Who should read Speed Reading?

  • Curious minds eager to devour more books
  • Busy professionals aiming to boost their productivity
  • Students looking for a way to improve comprehension and retention

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Success Books: Uncommon by Mark Divine

Uncommon

Mark Divine
Simple Principles for an Extraordinary Life
3.9 (283 ratings)
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What's Uncommon about?

Uncommon (2024) explores the mindset and strategies necessary for achieving extraordinary success in various aspects of life. It charts the five mountains of personal development – physical, mental, emotional, intuitional, and spiritual – providing actionable advice for optimizing each aspect of performance and reaching one’s full potential. 

Who should read Uncommon?

  • Personal development seekers 
  • Aspiring leaders and managers 
  • Military and law enforcement personnel

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Success Books: The Algebra of Wealth by Scott Galloway

The Algebra of Wealth

Scott Galloway
A Simple Formula for Financial Security
3.9 (250 ratings)
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What's The Algebra of Wealth about?

The Algebra of Wealth (2024) provides a guide to optimizing financial success in today’s economy. It emphasizes focusing on talent over passion for career decisions, leveraging economic trends, and making small financial moves with significant long-term returns. It also incorporates stoic principles to encourage better financial habits and reduced spending.

Who should read The Algebra of Wealth?

  • Young professionals seeking financial success strategies
  • Career changers aiming to optimize their talent
  • Students studying personal finance and economic trends

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Success Books: The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz

The Magic of Thinking Big

David J. Schwartz
4.1 (208 ratings)
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What's The Magic of Thinking Big about?

The Magic of Thinking Big (1959) unveils why believing in ourselves is a pivotal key to success, and how we’re each capable of achieving any of the goals we’ve always dreamed of. The author’s methodology is supported by his work as a professor and leadership counselor, as well as by his innumerable interactions with people and businesses that have seen both sides of the success-failure coin.

Who should read The Magic of Thinking Big?

  • Anyone who wants to know how successful people become successful
  • Anyone who’s interested in achieving their goals – whether short term or lifelong
  • Anyone who wants a method for sustaining long-term happiness

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Success Books: The 12 Traits of the Greats by Dave Martin

The 12 Traits of the Greats

Dave Martin
Mastering The Qualities Of Uncommon Achievers
4.2 (244 ratings)
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What's The 12 Traits of the Greats about?

The 12 Traits of the Greats (2020) explores twelve key characteristics that are essential for achieving greatness in any field. It distills wisdom from the lives and habits of highly successful individuals, offering practical advice and inspiring stories. By examining traits like vision, passion, and discipline, it provides readers with actionable insights to help them cultivate these qualities in their own lives.

Who should read The 12 Traits of the Greats?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking personal and professional growth
  • Business leaders aiming to enhance leadership skills
  • Students looking to develop success-oriented habits

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Success Books: Interviewology by Anna Papalia

Interviewology

Anna Papalia
The New Science of Interviewing
4.0 (62 ratings)
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What's Interviewology about?

Interviewology (2024) introduces a groundbreaking approach to mastering job interviews. Offering four practical strategies to interviews based on personality type, it presents expert-validated methods that help both interviewers and interviewees perform better. By guiding readers through their own unique type and strategies, it emphasizes building confidence, effectively communicating strengths, and navigating social dynamics to increase the chances of acing an interview.

Who should read Interviewology?

  • Job seekers looking to improve their interview performance
  • Recent graduates entering the job market for the first time
  • HR professionals aiming to enhance their hiring processes

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Success Books: The Art of Explanation by Ros Atkins

The Art of Explanation

Ros Atkins
How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence
4.2 (114 ratings)
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What's The Art of Explanation about?

The Art of Explanation (2023) explores techniques and strategies for effectively crafting clear and impactful explanations. Through practical insights and tools for improving clarity, storytelling, and structure, it's an essential guide for anyone looking to become a clear communicator in any scenario.

Who should read The Art of Explanation?

  • Presenters who need to hold their audience’s attention
  • Workers who feel overwhelmed at the prospect of crafting an essay or report
  • Job-seekers who want to convey essential information in interview settings

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Success Books: On the Edge by Nate Silver

On the Edge

Nate Silver
The Art of Risking Everything
4.0 (49 ratings)
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What's On the Edge about?

On the Edge (2024) explores the world of risk-takers who shape modern life, from poker players and hedge fund managers to venture capitalists and crypto enthusiasts. It delves into the strategies and mindsets of those who thrive in high-stakes environments, offering insights into how they navigate uncertainty and use risk to their advantage. Through a blend of storytelling and analysis, it sheds light on the art of risk and its pivotal role in today's rapidly changing world.

Who should read On the Edge?

  • Entrepreneurs and business leaders facing strategic decisions
  • Investors looking to systematize their thinking
  • Anyone interested in understanding risk and uncertainty

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Success Books: Dynamic Drive by Molly Fletcher

Dynamic Drive

Molly Fletcher
The Formula for Sustained High Performance in All Phases of Your Life
4.3 (186 ratings)
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What's Dynamic Drive about?

Dynamic Drive (2024) challenges the conventional understanding of success by presenting a purpose-driven approach that emphasizes long-term fulfillment over fleeting achievements. It provides a practical formula with seven key principles, designed to align personal and professional growth with one's deeper purpose. By focusing on intentional change and holistic growth, it encourages readers to sustain high performance without burning out.

Who should read Dynamic Drive?

  • Professionals aiming for personal and career alignment
  • High performers looking to enhance purpose-driven growth
  • Anyone seeking sustainable success without burnout

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Success Books: Speak Like a CEO by Suzanne Bates

Speak Like a CEO

Suzanne Bates
Secrets for Commanding Attention and Getting Results
4.3 (232 ratings)
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What's Speak Like a CEO about?

Speak Like a CEO (2005) offers practical advice for developing a commanding presence, handling various speaking situations, and creating effective self-improvement plans. It includes real-world examples and actionable strategies to help individuals at all levels become compelling communicators.

Who should read Speak Like a CEO?

  • Newly-minted managers seeking to establish a communication style
  • Seasoned CEOs ready to level up their communication skills
  • Aspiring executives who want to speak their way into the top job

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Success Books: Scaling Smart by Rich Fettke, Kathy Fettke

Scaling Smart

Rich Fettke, Kathy Fettke
Create and Scale Passive Income with a Business on Autopilot
3.9 (25 ratings)
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What's Scaling Smart about?

Scaling Smart (2024) guides you to scale your business sustainably through a combination of expansion and efficiency. You’ll learn to establish a strong foundation, build an engaging company culture, and implement automation for lasting success. Change your growth approach and watch your business thrive.

Who should read Scaling Smart?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth strategies
  • Business leaders focused on scaling efficiently
  • Managers building strong company cultures and leadership

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Success Books: IRREPLACEABLE by Pascal Bornet

IRREPLACEABLE

Pascal Bornet
The Art of Standing Out in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
4.1 (67 ratings)
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What's IRREPLACEABLE about?

IRREPLACEABLE ( 2024 ) explores the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence and automation in the workforce. It examines how these technologies are reshaping industries, while also emphasizing the importance of uniquely human skills that cannot be replicated by machines. By offering insights on how individuals and businesses can adapt to this transformation, it provides a framework for the use of technology in a manner that enhances personal, professional, and entrepreneurial growth.

Who should read IRREPLACEABLE?

  • Anyone curious about AI’s impact on jobs
  • Business leaders aiming to integrate AI into their companies
  • Individuals wanting to stay relevant in an automated world.

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Success Books: Hyperefficient by Mithu Storoni

Hyperefficient

Mithu Storoni
Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work
4.1 (167 ratings)
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What's Hyperefficient about?

Hyperefficient (2024) explores the challenge facing knowledge workers expected to deliver high outputs reminiscent of industrial-era efficiency in the modern, technology-driven workplace. It argues that the key tasks of idea generation, complex problem-solving, and learning require a new approach to productivity. It suggests tailoring work patterns to natural cognitive rhythms, thereby creating a more sustainable and effective way of working that aligns with how our brains naturally function.

Who should read Hyperefficient?

  • Knowledge workers seeking sustainable productivity methods
  • Leaders aiming to enhance team efficiency
  • Anyone interested in neuroscience-based performance improvement

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Success Books: Becoming a Person of Influence by John C. Maxwell, Jim Dornan

Becoming a Person of Influence

John C. Maxwell, Jim Dornan
How to Positively Impact the Lives of Others
4.4 (190 ratings)
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What's Becoming a Person of Influence about?

Becoming a Person of Influence (1997) is a guide to positively impacting others, regardless of your position or title. It explores the four stages of influence – modeling, motivating, mentoring, and multiplying – and how the principles and practices outlined can be used to elevate both personal and professional success. 

Who should read Becoming a Person of Influence?

  • Leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs seeking to expand their influence
  • Coaches and mentors guiding personal and professional growth
  • Anyone seeking to improve communication and leadership skills

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Success Books: Non-Obvious Thinking by Rohit Bhargava, Ben DuPont

Non-Obvious Thinking

Rohit Bhargava, Ben DuPont
How to See What Others Miss
4.2 (74 ratings)
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What's Non-Obvious Thinking about?

Non-Obvious Thinking (2024) introduces a practical four-step method designed to help you break free from conventional thinking and uncover hidden opportunities. The SIFT framework – Space, Insight, Focus, and Twist – teaches you how to become more observant, creative, and flexible in your approach to problem-solving. Through engaging stories and actionable lessons, it shows how shifting your perspective can unlock the potential of your best ideas.

Who should read Non-Obvious Thinking?

  • Creative thinkers looking to break away from conventional ideas
  • Professionals seeking innovative solutions to everyday challenges
  • Problem-solvers interested in spotting hidden opportunities

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Success Books: How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci by Michael J. Gelb

How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci

Michael J. Gelb
Seven Steps to Genius Every Day
4.6 (164 ratings)
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What's How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci about?

How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci (1998) introduces seven Da Vincian principles that define genius, drawing on Da Vinci's very own notebooks and masterpieces. These principles, ranging from curiosity to recognizing interconnectedness, provide a framework for approaching life and problem-solving in innovative ways. Through practical exercises and thought-provoking lessons, it empowers individuals to tap into their own inner genius, cultivating skills such as creative thinking, self-expression, and achieving balance between the mind and body.

Who should read How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci?

  • Artists and designers seeking to boost creativity through interdisciplinary thinking
  • Managers aiming to foster creative thinking and strategic problem-solving in teams 
  • Anyone focused on self-mastery and balancing mind and body

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Success Books: Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI for Beginners by David M. Patel

Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI for Beginners

David M. Patel
The Complete Guide
4.0 (198 ratings)
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What's Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI for Beginners about?

Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI for Beginners (2023) introduces foundational concepts of artificial intelligence and generative AI. Covering key topics like machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing, it aims to simplify complex ideas for newcomers to the field. Through practical examples, it demonstrates how AI is applied in real-world settings, offering an accessible and engaging way to explore this rapidly evolving technology.

Who should read Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI for Beginners?

  • Tech enthusiasts curious about AI and generative technologies
  • Beginners seeking simple explanations of complex AI concepts
  • Professionals exploring AI's real-world applications and potential impacts

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Success Books: The Skills-Powered Organization by Ravin Jesuthasan, Tanuj Kapilashrami

The Skills-Powered Organization

Ravin Jesuthasan, Tanuj Kapilashrami
The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise
4.1 (35 ratings)
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What's The Skills-Powered Organization about?

The Skills-Powered Organization (2024) explores the shift from job-based to skill-based organizational models in today’s business world. It provides a framework for companies to reinvent themselves, offering guidance on developing new organizational capabilities and work systems to enhance agility, productivity, and value creation.

Who should read The Skills-Powered Organization?

  • CEOs and business leaders looking to understand emerging workforce trends
  • HR executives seeking insights into future-oriented talent management strategies
  • Strategy consultants advising clients on long-term competitiveness and adaptability

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Success Books: The Art of Witty Banter by Patrick King

The Art of Witty Banter

Patrick King
Be Clever, Quick, and Magnetic
3.8 (223 ratings)
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What's The Art of Witty Banter about?

The Art of Witty Banter (2018) is about mastering the skill of quick, clever conversation to engage and charm others in social settings. It provides practical strategies for developing wit, confidence, and humor, helping to build rapport and navigate social interactions with ease. Through actionable tips, it teaches you how to think on your feet and keep conversations light, playful, and memorable.

Who should read The Art of Witty Banter?

  • Introverts looking to engage more socially with ease
  • Professionals aiming to enhance networking and rapport-building skills
  • Anyone hoping to add humor to everyday conversations

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Success Books: Raise Your Game by Alan Stein Jr., Jon Sternfeld

Raise Your Game

Alan Stein Jr., Jon Sternfeld
High-Performance Secrets from the Best of the Best
4.4 (162 ratings)
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What's Raise Your Game about?

Raise Your Game (2020) reveals how discipline, preparation, and focus drive success in any field. With lessons from top athletes and leaders, it delivers powerful insights to help you build unstoppable habits. Whether it’s Kobe Bryant’s legendary work ethic or Mark Cuban’s fierce commitment to preparation, you’ll be ready to push your limits and hit new heights.

Who should read Raise Your Game?

  • Anyone wanting to develop high-performance habits
  • Business leaders seeking strategies to boost team performance and culture
  • Athletes aiming to apply mental discipline to excel in their sport

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Success Books: Working with Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman

Working with Emotional Intelligence

Daniel Goleman
The Crucial Role of EQ in the Workplace
4.3 (115 ratings)
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What's Working with Emotional Intelligence about?

Working with Emotional Intelligence (1999) explores how emotional intelligence (EQ) plays a key part in professional success, surpassing cognitive abilities like IQ or technical expertise. It shows that skills like self-awareness, empathy, and social competence are key to career advancement and offers practical insights for anyone looking to enhance their professional life through emotional intelligence.

Who should read Working with Emotional Intelligence?

  • Aspiring leaders who want to enhance their promotion chances by cultivating EQ
  • Managers brushing up on conflict resolution strategies and interpersonal skills
  • HR professionals looking to identify and nurture employees with high EQ levels

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Success Books: Say What They Can't Unhear by Tamsen Webster

Say What They Can't Unhear

Tamsen Webster
The 9 Principles of Lasting Change
4.0 (7 ratings)
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What's Say What They Can't Unhear about?

Say What They Can’t Unhear (2024) provides a fresh approach to driving lasting change by leveraging ethical persuasion and behavioral insights. It explores nine “persuasion principles” that help transform passive agreement into passionate buy-in, inspiring long-term shifts in thinking and behavior.

Who should read Say What They Can't Unhear?

  • Business leaders seeking to inspire lasting organizational change
  • Managers aiming to guide teams through transitions
  • Entrepreneurs needing strategies to influence customer behavior

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Success Books: Work Clean by Dan Charnas

Work Clean

Dan Charnas
The life-changing power of mise-en-place to organize your life, work, and mind
4.4 (223 ratings)
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What's Work Clean about?

Work Clean (2016) reveals how the professional kitchen system of mise en place can transform your work and daily life through mindful preparation and purposeful action 

Who should read Work Clean?

  • Freelancers managing their own workflow and client relationships
  • Professionals struggling with digital overwhelm or multiple competing deadlines
  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed by workplace chaos or seeking more mindful work practices

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Success Books: Liminal Thinking by Dave Gray

Liminal Thinking

Dave Gray
Create the Change You Want by Changing the Way You Think
4.0 (41 ratings)
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What's Liminal Thinking about?

Liminal Thinking (2016) shows how you can create lasting change by understanding and reframing your beliefs. Drawing from interviews with experts in various fields, it offers six principles and nine practices to help you shape your reality and take control of your life.

Who should read Liminal Thinking?

  • People looking to grow by challenging their limiting beliefs
  • Leaders wanting to create change through new perspectives
  • Problem solvers seeking fresh approaches to difficult situations

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Success Books: Rebel Talent by Francesca Gino

Rebel Talent

Francesca Gino
Why It Pays to Break the Rules at Work and in Life
4.1 (32 ratings)
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What's Rebel Talent about?

Rebel Talent (2018) dives into why the rule-breakers and innovators – the rebels – are the ones who’ll thrive in today’s super competitive world. Encouraging a bit of rebellion can spark growth and innovation, and not just at work. By seeing the value in challenging the norm and thinking differently, life can become more exciting and fulfilling.

Who should read Rebel Talent?

  • Business leaders seeking innovative management and culture strategies
  • Professionals aiming to boost creativity and job satisfaction
  • Anyone interested in personal and professional growth

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Success Books: The Life Cycle of a CEO by Claudius A Hildebrand, Robert J Stark

The Life Cycle of a CEO

Claudius A Hildebrand, Robert J Stark
The Myths and Truths of How Leaders Succeed
4.3 (30 ratings)
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What's The Life Cycle of a CEO about?

The Life Cycle of a CEO (2024) shatters the myth of the natural-born corporate leader by revealing the five distinct phases every CEO must master. Through unprecedented research spanning thousands of executives, you’ll discover how successful leaders navigate each critical stage – from launch through legacy – and develop the specific skills needed at each step. You’ll learn exactly what it takes to transform from a capable leader into an exceptional CEO who drives lasting success.

Who should read The Life Cycle of a CEO?

  • Ambitious executives seeking insights for their leadership journey
  • Mid-career professionals planning their path to senior management
  • Business students and academics studying corporate leadership patterns

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Success Books: Why We Do What We Do by Edward L. Deci, Richard Flaste

Why We Do What We Do

Edward L. Deci, Richard Flaste
Understanding Self-Motivation
4.3 (145 ratings)
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What's Why We Do What We Do about?

Why We Do What We Do (1995) explores the science of human motivation, focusing on what drives people to act and how external influences shape their behavior. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, manager, or simply curious about human behavior, it offers transformative insights into fostering growth, collaboration, and authentic success in every area of life. 

Who should read Why We Do What We Do?

  • Parents, teachers and managers
  • Self-development enthusiasts
  • Psychology buffs

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Success Books: Fix It by Roger Connors, Tom Smith

Fix It

Roger Connors, Tom Smith
Getting Accountability Right
4.0 (8 ratings)
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What's Fix It about?

Fix It (2016) highlights the importance of accountability in driving workplace performance and engagement. Through identifying common challenges that lead to underperformance, it offers practical strategies to cultivate responsibility at all levels within an organization. By encouraging employees to take ownership of their actions and results, the framework promotes a culture of accountability and improved outcomes.

Who should read Fix It?

  • Leaders looking to improve team performance
  • Managers struggling with employee engagement
  • Anyone ready to take ownership of their career in business

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Success Books: 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do by Amy Morin

13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do

Amy Morin
Own Your Power, Channel Your Confidence, and Find Your Authentic Voice for a Life of Meaning and Joy
3.8 (19 ratings)
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What's 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do about?

13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do (2018) is a snappy, straight-to-the-point guidebook aimed at women who are ready to stop holding themselves back. It’s filled with practical strategies for building mental toughness through rejecting perfectionism, breaking free from gender roles, resisting guilt, and overcoming societal expectations.

Who should read 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do?

  • Working women ready to break through the glass ceiling
  • Busy moms ready to put themselves first
  • Retired women ready to shape a new life chapter 

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Success Books: The Leader's Guide to Mindfulness by Audrey Tang

The Leader's Guide to Mindfulness

Audrey Tang
How to Use Soft Skills to Get Hard Results
3.6 (17 ratings)
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What's The Leader's Guide to Mindfulness about?

The Leader’s Guide to Mindfulness (2018) explores how the “soft” skill of mindfulness can deliver leaders “hard” results at work, at home, and beyond. Through actionable insights, it emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values with professional objectives, enabling leaders to inspire and motivate others in a way that is both sustainable and authentic.

Who should read The Leader's Guide to Mindfulness?

  • Leaders seeking to foster healthier and more productive work environments 
  • Anyone struggling to find a sustainable work-life balance 
  • Coaches or mentors supporting leadership development 

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Success Books: Simply Said by Jay Sullivan

Simply Said

Jay Sullivan
Communicating Better at Work and Beyond
4.0 (5 ratings)
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What's Simply Said about?

Simply Said (2016) presents powerful principles for crafting and delivering messages that resonate deeply with your audience, whether in writing, speaking, or leadership roles. The book reveals how focusing on audience impact, mastering delivery techniques, and creating psychologically safe communication environments can transform workplace interactions and drive meaningful results.

Who should read Simply Said?

  • Professionals seeking to advance their careers through better communication skills
  • Remote team leaders navigating the challenges of virtual communication
  • Anyone struggling with difficult workplace conversations looking for better results

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Success Books: This Is Strategy by Seth Godin

This Is Strategy

Seth Godin
Make Better Plans
4.0 (73 ratings)
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What's This Is Strategy about?

This is Strategy (2024) explores strategy as a mindset rather than a rigid plan, encouraging you to embrace adaptability and intentionality in your decision-making. It offers insights on influencing systems and prioritizing long-term goals to create meaningful, sustainable change.

Who should read This Is Strategy?

  • Innovators seeking to influence systems and drive change
  • Problem-solvers creating impactful and sustainable strategies
  • Decision-makers balancing short-term actions with future outcomes

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Success Books: Toxic Productivity by Israa Nasir

Toxic Productivity

Israa Nasir
Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World That Always Demands More
4.3 (43 ratings)
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What's Toxic Productivity about?

Toxic Productivity (2024) explores the emotional dynamics behind our relentless drive for achievement, revealing how societal pressures, shame, and perfectionism fuel a cycle of overwork and burnout. It combines research, personal stories, and therapeutic insights to help readers identify and break free from toxic productivity habits. 

Who should read Toxic Productivity?

  • Overworked professionals who need to balance productivity with well-being
  • Perfectionists ready to break free from unrealistic standards
  • Students who want to manage academic pressure while prioritizing mental health

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Success Books: Questions Are the Answer by Hal Gregersen

Questions Are the Answer

Hal Gregersen
A New Approach to Your Most Vexing Problems at Work and in Life
4.1 (12 ratings)
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What's Questions Are the Answer about?

Questions Are the Answer (2018) explores the transformative power of asking the right questions to unlock innovative solutions across all aspects of life, from the workplace to personal challenges. Based on over 200 interviews with creative problem-solvers, it reveals how catalytic questions can dissolve barriers, spark fresh thinking, and accelerate breakthroughs, offering practical insights for anyone to cultivate this skill.

Who should read Questions Are the Answer?

  • Leaders aiming to inspire creativity within their teams
  • Educators encouraging curiosity to help students realize their potential
  • Professionals reframing challenges to uncover fresh opportunities and solutions

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Success Books: How To Live An Extraordinary Life by Anthony Pompliano

How To Live An Extraordinary Life

Anthony Pompliano
Discover the keys to living with purpose, growth, and resilience
4.4 (120 ratings)
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What's How To Live An Extraordinary Life about?

How to Live an Extraordinary Life (2024) shares 65 heartfelt letters filled with lessons on achieving success, happiness, and resilience. Drawing from experiences as diverse as living in a war zone, building companies, and forming meaningful relationships, it provides practical advice for flourishing in business, family, and personal growth.

Who should read How To Live An Extraordinary Life?

  • Personal growth enthusiasts seeking actionable life strategies
  • Professionals striving for balance and long-term success
  • Parents aiming to instill values in their children

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Success Books: Winning at Sales by Taylor A. Welch

Winning at Sales

Taylor A. Welch
How to Get So Good People Say "Thank You" for Letting Them Buy
4.3 (12 ratings)
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What's Winning at Sales about?

Winning at Sales (2025) is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of influence and growing personal income through sales. Drawing from extensive experience, it offers practical models, frameworks, and scripts to help you connect with others and inspire decisions that benefit both parties. Whether you're new to sales or a seasoned pro, it reveals how to sell with authenticity, respect, and emotional intelligence.

Who should read Winning at Sales?

  • Aspiring sales professionals seeking practical strategies for success
  • Seasoned salespeople looking to sharpen their influence skills
  • Entrepreneurs aiming to build trust and close deals

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Success Books: Attitude Is Everything by Jeff Keller

Attitude Is Everything

Jeff Keller
Change Your Attitude... Change Your Life!
4.2 (59 ratings)
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What's Attitude Is Everything about?

Attitude Is Everything (1999) explores how cultivating a positive mindset can transform your life and help you achieve your goals. It emphasizes the power of thoughts, words, and actions in shaping outcomes, offering practical strategies for overcoming negativity and embracing a proactive approach. By focusing on visualization, positive communication, and persistence, it provides tools to unlock personal and professional success.

Who should read Attitude Is Everything?

  • Self-help enthusiasts seeking personal growth and self-improvement
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs looking for strategies to overcome setbacks
  • Anyone facing challenges and striving for a fresh perspective

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Success Books: Control the Narrative by Lida Citroën

Control the Narrative

Lida Citroën
The Executive's Guide to Building, Pivoting and Repairing Your Reputation
3.8 (4 ratings)
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What's Control the Narrative about?

Control the Narrative (2024) reveals how to strategically shape and manage your personal brand to advance your career objectives. It provides a framework for building, pivoting, or repairing your professional reputation by identifying core values and implementing targeted branding strategies and tactics.

Who should read Control the Narrative?

  • Business leaders navigating reputation challenges in a digital age
  • College and university students looking to build a strong foundation for their careers
  • Anyone who wants their story to reflect their identity and values

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Success Books: The Power of Self-Confidence by Brian Tracy

The Power of Self-Confidence

Brian Tracy
Become Unstoppable, Irresistible, and Unafraid in Every Area of Your Life
4.4 (34 ratings)
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What's The Power of Self-Confidence about?

The Power of Self-Confidence (2012) explores the essential role self-confidence plays in achieving personal and professional success. It offers practical strategies for building belief in yourself, overcoming fear and doubt, and maintaining a positive mindset. By cultivating self-assurance, it empowers readers to set ambitious goals and take consistent action toward their dreams.

Who should read The Power of Self-Confidence?

  • Ambitious individuals seeking to boost their self-confidence
  • Career-driven professionals aiming for growth and success
  • Anyone interested in personal development and growth

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Success Books: Party of One by Meghan Keane

Party of One

Meghan Keane
Be Your Own Best Life Partner
4.2 (21 ratings)
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What's Party of One about?

Party of One (2024) is a warm and affirming guide to embracing singlehood and cultivating self-love. Through practical wisdom and heartfelt strategies, you’ll discover how to create a rich, meaningful life centered on your relationship with yourself – regardless of your romantic status. With humor and empathy, it empowers you to find joy and independence in your own company. 

Who should read Party of One?

  • Singles questioning societal expectations about relationships
  • Romantics rethinking traditional ideas of love and marriage
  • Friends seeking deeper, meaningful connections

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Success Books: Never Lead Alone by Keith Ferrazzi

Never Lead Alone

Keith Ferrazzi
10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship
4.4 (28 ratings)
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What's Never Lead Alone about?

Never Lead Alone (2024) reveals why traditional top-down leadership is no longer effective in today's complex business environment. It presents ten essential shifts in mindset, behavior, and culture that transform conventional leadership into collaborative, agile teamship, unlocking greater innovation, engagement, and organizational success. 

Who should read Never Lead Alone?

  • Leaders navigating rapid organizational change
  • Managers struggling team engagement and innovativeness
  • Traditional leaders whose approach is becoming less effective

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Success Books: Big Goals by Caroline Adams Miller

Big Goals

Caroline Adams Miller
The Science of Setting Them, Achieving Them, and Creating Your Best Life
4.2 (44 ratings)
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What's Big Goals about?

Big Goals (2025) looks at the science behind setting and achieving goals that truly matter, offering practical strategies backed by psychological research. Whether you’re chasing a personal dream or striving for success in your career, it helps you turn aspirations into reality by aligning purpose with action. Packed with actionable steps, it is designed to motivate you to push past limits and unlock your full potential.

Who should read Big Goals?

  • Ambitious professionals
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Coaches and mentors

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Success Books: The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition by Peter Hollins

The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition

Peter Hollins
Advanced Methods to Learn, Remember, and Master New Skills and Information
4.1 (123 ratings)
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What's The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition about?

The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition (2019) offers actionable strategies to master new skills efficiently and effectively. It emphasizes breaking down complex information, practicing strategically, and optimizing your environment to accelerate learning and improve performance. Designed for both personal and professional growth, it provides practical insights to help you work smarter, not harder.

Who should read The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition?

  • Learners who are improving their skills for personal or professional growth
  • Professionals seeking efficiency and mastery in their fields
  • Anyone committed to lifelong learning

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Success Books: A Year of Creativity by Kathryn Jacob, Sue Unerman

A Year of Creativity

Kathryn Jacob, Sue Unerman
52 Smart Ideas for Boosting Creativity, Innovation and Inspiration at Work
3.5 (37 ratings)
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What's A Year of Creativity about?

A Year of Creativity (2024) shows how to bring more creativity and fresh ideas into professional life with practical strategies. It provides 52 weekly lessons to help spark innovation, improve teamwork, and tackle challenges in dynamic business environments. By encouraging a shift from routine methods to creative thinking, it inspires readers to create meaningful change and achieve lasting success. 

Who should read A Year of Creativity?

  • Ambitious professionals seeking to enhance workplace creativity
  • Dynamic teams looking to improve collaboration skills
  • Curious learners exploring practical approaches to innovation

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Success Books: How to be a Failure and Still Live Well by Beverley Clack

How to be a Failure and Still Live Well

Beverley Clack
A Philosophy
4.0 (26 ratings)
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What's How to be a Failure and Still Live Well about?

How to be a Failure and Still Live Well (2020) challenges the pervasive cultural consensus that success is synonymous with material attainment and social status. Failure is not merely the opposite of achievement; it’s an inevitable part of the human experience, intertwined with loss and vulnerability. By embracing these realities, you can walk a path toward richer values, like relationships, generosity, and genuine flourishing.

Who should read How to be a Failure and Still Live Well?

  • People seeking deeper meaning in their lives
  • Professionals experiencing burnout and seeking balance
  • Individuals learning to embrace failure and imperfection

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Success Books: Main Street Millionaire by Codie Sanchez

Main Street Millionaire

Codie Sanchez
How to Make Extraordinary Wealth Buying Ordinary Businesses
4.2 (26 ratings)
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What's Main Street Millionaire about?

Main Street Millionaire (2024) reveals how to build wealth by acquiring reliable, often-overlooked local businesses like plumbing and cleaning services that generate steady cash flow. Combining actionable insights with real-world experience, it challenges your conventional thinking and show you how to reshape your financial future through business ownership.

Who should read Main Street Millionaire?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs who want to acquire profitable businesses strategically
  • Investors interested in alternatives to traditional investments with reliable cash flow
  • Wealth builders ready to create generational wealth

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Success Books: Build, Don't Talk by Raj Shamani

Build, Don't Talk

Raj Shamani
Things You Wish You Were Taught in School
4.1 (39 ratings)
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What's Build, Don't Talk about?

Build, Don’t Talk (2022) is a direct, no-nonsense roadmap for anyone wanting to take action rather than simply discuss ideas. It offers practical advice for building your education, business, wealth, legacy, and, ultimately, the life of your dreams. 

Who should read Build, Don't Talk?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs 
  • Content creators building their personal brands 
  • Students exploring career possibilities 

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Success Books: Momentum by Sam Silverstein

Momentum

Sam Silverstein
How to Avoid Going in the Wrong Direction
4.2 (27 ratings)
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What's Momentum about?

Momentum (2024) aims to help people move forward with purpose. If you’re feeling stuck, you’ve come to the right place. Learn how to build momentum and make progress, in both your personal and professional life.

Who should read Momentum?

  • Anyone who feels stuck or directionless
  • Procrastinators
  • People interested in self-development

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Success Books: The Seven Tensions of Negotiation by Cash Nickerson

The Seven Tensions of Negotiation

Cash Nickerson
Breathe and Let the Opposition Make the Tough Decisions
4.0 (2 ratings)
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What's The Seven Tensions of Negotiation about?

The Seven Tensions of Negotiation (2024) explores the fundamental forces that shape every negotiation, from casual conversations to high-stakes business deals. Through examining relationship dynamics, timing choices, power balances, and team interactions, it reveals how understanding and working with tension – rather than against it – leads to more successful negotiation outcomes. 

Who should read The Seven Tensions of Negotiation?

  • Business professionals who regularly engage in negotiations and deal-making
  • Sales professionals seeking to understand the subtle dynamics that influence customer interactions
  • Folks facing important personal negotiations, from family decisions to major purchases

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Success Books: Start with No by Jim Camp

Start with No

Jim Camp
The Negotiating Tools That the Pros Don't Want You to Know
3.8 (9 ratings)
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What's Start with No about?

Start with No (2002) offers a bold, unconventional approach to negotiation that applies to everything from high-stakes business deals to everyday family decisions. It introduces a practical framework designed to help negotiators stay in control, prioritize what truly matters, and achieve long-term, meaningful results. By applying these strategies, negotiators can approach both complex agreements and routine conversations with greater clarity, confidence, and effectiveness.

Who should read Start with No?

  • Professionals seeking more effective negotiation results
  • Individuals who dislike aggressive bargaining tactics
  • Leaders seeking to boost their deal-making confidence

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Success Books: Make Today Count by John C. Maxwell

Make Today Count

John C. Maxwell
The Secret of Your Success Is Determined by Your Daily Agenda
4.1 (69 ratings)
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What's Make Today Count about?

Make Today Count (2004) presents a comprehensive system for transforming ordinary days into extraordinary achievements by mastering twelve essential elements of daily life. Through practical guidance on attitude, priorities, health, relationships, and values, it shows how good decisions paired with consistent daily actions create lasting positive change. When these elements work together, small steps build into significant and meaningful progress.

Who should read Make Today Count?

  • Personal development enthusiasts interested in practical systems for growth
  • Busy executives seeking to optimize their daily schedule
  • Anyone seeking to create more structured and meaningful days

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Success Books: Strategic Storytelling by Anjali Sharma

Strategic Storytelling

Anjali Sharma
Why Some Stories Drive Your Success at Work But Others Don’t
4.2 (5 ratings)
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What's Strategic Storytelling about?

Strategic Storytelling (2024) is a practical guide for leaders, managers, and communicators looking to transform information into impactful narratives. It provides actionable techniques to craft stories that resonate emotionally, connect with audiences, and inspire meaningful change. By focusing on clarity, relatability, and context, it demonstrates how storytelling can drive decisions, align teams, and turn values and insights into powerful tools for progress.

Who should read Strategic Storytelling?

  • Leaders and managers seeking to inspire action through storytelling
  • Communicators hoping to connect with audiences on an emotional level
  • Professionals looking to turn data and values into impactful stories

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Success Books: The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage by Gary G. Schoeniger

The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage

Gary G. Schoeniger
The Hidden Logic That Unleashes Human Potential
3.8 (6 ratings)
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What's The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage about?

The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage (2024) shows you how to spot hidden opportunities, fuel your creativity, and transform your life. It weaves everyday entrepreneurial insights with motivational science, delivering practical ways to think and act like an innovator. By using these principles, you can tap into a resourcefulness that boosts your success and empowers everyone around you.

Who should read The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs looking to develop a problem-solving mindset
  • Business leaders seeking to foster innovation within their teams
  • Educators and mentors aiming to teach practical entrepreneurial thinking

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Success Books: 7 Rules of Self-Reliance by Maha Abouelenein

7 Rules of Self-Reliance

Maha Abouelenein
How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future
3.9 (7 ratings)
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What's 7 Rules of Self-Reliance about?

7 Rules of Self-Reliance (2024) reveals how ordinary moments can become extraordinary turning points when you know what to look for. Drawing from high-stakes decisions during the Arab Spring and intimate family challenges alike, these principles show you how to create opportunities instead of waiting for them. You’ll learn to transform your distinctive experiences – even the difficult ones – into capabilities that no one else can match.

Who should read 7 Rules of Self-Reliance?

  • Professionals seeking to create opportunities rather than wait for them
  • Career changers ready to transform personal challenges into strengths
  • Technology leaders who want to balance automation with human connection

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Success Books: The Next Level by Scott Eblin

The Next Level

Scott Eblin
What Insiders Know About Executive Success
4.3 (4 ratings)
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What's The Next Level about?

The Next Level (2010) addresses the challenging transition to executive roles, providing a practical framework for identifying which behaviors to maintain and which to leave behind when stepping into higher leadership positions. With specific guidance on both what to embrace and what to avoid, it helps newly promoted executives build the confidence and capabilities needed for success at the next level.

Who should read The Next Level?

  • Newly promoted execs navigating those crucial first months of a new role
  • High performers eyeing the next level of their career
  • Mentors and coaches guiding others through leadership transitions

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Success Books: Why Simple Wins by Lisa Bodell

Why Simple Wins

Lisa Bodell
Escape the Complexity Trap and Get to Work that Matters
4.3 (3 ratings)
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What's Why Simple Wins about?

Why Simple Wins (2017) is for anyone who feels like they’re drowning in endless meetings, redundant processes, and unnecessary complexity at work. It reveals how simplifying your organization can unlock creativity, boost productivity, and bring focus to the work that truly matters. Find out how you can escape the chaos and create a culture of clarity and purpose.

Who should read Why Simple Wins?

  • Corporate leaders and executives
  • Managers and team leaders
  • Business consultants and entrepreneurs

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Success Books: You Don't Need a Budget by Dana Miranda

You Don't Need a Budget

Dana Miranda
Spend Without Shame, and Manage Money with Ease
4.2 (5 ratings)
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What's You Don't Need a Budget about?

You Don’t Need a Budget (2024) challenges conventional personal finance advice by rejecting rigid budgeting rules and shame-based money management. It presents a liberating alternative that acknowledges systemic inequalities and makes financial planning accessible to everyone, particularly those left behind by traditional capitalist structures.

Who should read You Don't Need a Budget?

  • People feeling trapped or guilty about their current budgeting approach
  • Young professionals questioning traditional financial advice
  • Social justice-minded individuals wanting to align money choices with their values

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Success Books: How Successful People Lead by John C. Maxwell

How Successful People Lead

John C. Maxwell
Taking Your Influence to the Next Level
4.0 (9 ratings)
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What's How Successful People Lead about?

How Successful People Lead (2013) explores the five distinct levels of leadership and how individuals can progress through each stage to become more effective and influential leaders. It outlines practical strategies for building strong relationships, developing others, and creating lasting impact within organizations. By understanding and applying these leadership principles, you can learn how to inspire greater trust, drive team performance, and achieve long-term success.

Who should read How Successful People Lead?

  • New leaders looking for practical advice on how to be effective
  • Those hoping to grow into positions of leadership and want to hit the ground running
  • Anyone looking to develop and cultivate their leadership skills

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Success Books: You Be You by Drew Canole

You Be You

Drew Canole
Detox Your Life, Crush Your Limitations, and Own Your Awesome
3.5 (2 ratings)
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What's You Be You about?

You Be You (2018) is a guide to breaking free from societal expectations and embracing personal authenticity. It encourages people to detox from external influences, confront their inner challenges, and unlock their limitless potential. With practical advice and inspiring insights, it helps individuals create a life aligned with their true purpose.

Who should read You Be You?

  • Health enthusiasts seeking holistic personal transformation and growth
  • Professionals seeking balance between success and personal fulfillment
  • Anyone struggling with self-doubt and limiting beliefs

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What's the best Success book to read?

While choosing just one book about a topic is always tough, many people regard Think and Grow Rich as the ultimate read on Success.

What are the Top 10 Success books?

Blinkist curators have picked the following:
  • Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
  • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
  • Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
  • The ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
  • Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
  • Focus by Daniel Goleman
  • Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek
  • The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
  • Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy
  • Walmart by Natalie Berg and Bryan Roberts

Who are the top Success book authors?

When it comes to Success, these are the authors who stand out as some of the most influential:
  • Napoleon Hill
  • Stephen R. Covey
  • Daniel Kahneman
  • Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
  • Daniel Goleman