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 (2,146 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 (4,066 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: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

Outliers

Malcolm Gladwell
The Story of Success
4.2 (1,149 ratings)
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What's Outliers about?

Outliers is an examination of individuals who achieve a level of success – in math, sports, law, or any pursuit, really – so extraordinary that it lies outside the realm of normal experience.

We often think these outliers possess some mysterious innate ability that helps them rise to the top of their fields, but other factors, like family, culture or even birthdates, can have a huge effect on success, too.

Who should read Outliers?

  • Anyone who wants to deepen his or her understanding of success and of how to achieve it
  • Teachers, coaches and others in training professions
  • Consulting professionals and others interested in policy reform

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Success Books: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

Thinking, Fast and Slow

Daniel Kahneman
4.5 (5,883 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 (789 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
4.4 (3,301 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 (705 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 (792 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 (811 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: The Success Principles by Jack Canfield

The Success Principles

Jack Canfield
How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
4.4 (313 ratings)
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What's The Success Principles about?

The Success Principles offers practical and detailed principles to help anyone lead a more successful and fulfilling life. Author Jack Canfield draws upon stories and anecdotes from people who have achieved ambitious goals and experienced what it’s like to be highly successful.

Who should read The Success Principles?

  • Anyone who wants to learn proven principles for success
  • Anyone aspiring to lead a more meaningful and fulfilling life
  • Anyone who’s ready to change their routine and pursue their dreams

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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
4.4 (1,062 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
4.6 (55 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
4.4 (122 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
4.3 (405 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 (151 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 (940 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 (886 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 Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy (Ian McMahan revised)

The Power of Your Subconscious Mind

Joseph Murphy (Ian McMahan revised)
Unlock Your Master Key to Success
4.4 (539 ratings)
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What's The Power of Your Subconscious Mind about?

The Power of the Subconscious Mind (1963) has helped millions of readers around the world harness their subconscious and find true happiness in the process. These blinks share inspiring true stories and effective techniques that will positively influence your career, love life and overall health.

Who should read The Power of Your Subconscious Mind?

  • Illness-prone people who want to improve their overall health
  • People who struggle to achieve the success they desire
  • Anyone with profound fears or obsessions

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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 (6,603 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 Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles

The Science of Getting Rich

Wallace D. Wattles
Your Master Key to Success
3.7 (301 ratings)
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What's The Science of Getting Rich about?

The Science of Getting Rich (1910) is a self-help classic, where the author presents his guide for attaining a life of abundance. These blinks explain how to use directed thinking to attract opportunity and opulence while accomplishing anything you want.

Who should read The Science of Getting Rich?

  • Readers interested in an early self-help classic
  • People who think becoming rich is morally wrong

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Success Books: The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene

The Laws of Human Nature

Robert Greene
4.5 (750 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: The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma

The 5 AM Club

Robin Sharma
Own Your Morning. Elevate Your Life.
4.5 (10,489 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 (965 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: See You at the Top by Zig Ziglar

See You at the Top

Zig Ziglar
The “How To” book that gives YOU a “Check Up” from the “Neck Up” to eliminate “Stinkin Thinkin” and AVOID “Hardening of the Attitudes”
4.3 (288 ratings)
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What's See You at the Top about?

Widely regarded as a classic of the self-help genre, See You At The Top (1975) is a step-by-step guide to achieving personal success. These blinks arm you with psychological and behavioral tools, such as positive thinking and goal-setting, which will help you live an enriching social, professional, and spiritual life.

Who should read See You at the Top?

  • Christians seeking career guidance
  • Entrepreneurs and freelancers
  • Self-help aficionados

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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 (2,082 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 (916 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: Mastering Leadership by Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams

Mastering Leadership

Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams
An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results
4.3 (123 ratings)
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What's Mastering Leadership about?

Mastering Leadership (2015) explores the link between personal development and great leadership. It reveals the mindset needed to lead effectively, and explores how insights from classical mythology can help managers find their inner heroic leader. 

Who should read Mastering Leadership?

  • Middle managers aspiring to join the C-suite
  • Leaders looking for fresh insights
  • Business owners seeking a new perspective

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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
4.5 (749 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: Discipline Equals Freedom by Jocko Willink

Discipline Equals Freedom

Jocko Willink
Field Manual
4.1 (843 ratings)
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What's Discipline Equals Freedom about?

Discipline Equals Freedom (2020) is your field manual to the art of self-discipline. It uncovers what you need to do to meet your full potential – and why being disciplined sets you free. 

Who should read Discipline Equals Freedom?

  • Fitness buffs looking for a new angle
  • Fans of straight-talking tough love
  • Anyone seeking inspiration to work harder

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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 (1,271 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 (1,417 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 (573 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 (1,960 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 (843 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: Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte

Building a Second Brain

Tiago Forte
A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential
4.5 (1,136 ratings)
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What's Building a Second Brain about?

Building a Second Brain (2022) by productivity expert Tiago Forte offers simple, effective, and workable solutions to one of the biggest challenges we face today: information overload. Using four key organizational principles, Forte shows how you can leverage digital tools to create a knowledge storage system as intuitive and efficient as a second brain. 

Who should read Building a Second Brain?

  • Knowledge workers whose professional success hinges on information management;
  • Students struggling to synthesize vast amounts of new information;
  • Anyone who wants to boost their calm, creativity, and productivity.

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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 (653 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: Stop Overthinking by Nick Trenton

Stop Overthinking

Nick Trenton
23 Techniques to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Spirals, Declutter Your Mind, and Focus on the Present
4.2 (697 ratings)
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What's Stop Overthinking about?

Stop Overthinking (2021) is an indispensable guide to breaking free from the negative thought patterns holding you back. Learn how to recognize your negative spiral triggers, overcome anxiety attacks, and declutter your mind to live a stress-free life.

Who should read Stop Overthinking?

  • Nervous Nellies
  • Persistent procrastinators
  • Anybody struggling with doubt and indecision

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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
4.5 (590 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 (1,584 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 (417 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 (1,454 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: The Power of Discipline by Daniel Walter

The Power of Discipline

Daniel Walter
How to Use Self Control and Mental Toughness to Achieve Your Goals
4.3 (1,047 ratings)
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What's The Power of Discipline about?

The Power of Discipline (2020) explores the biological tendencies within our brains that determine our ability to control our self-discipline. It shows us how we can refine these tendencies in order to develop improved self-disciplinary habits and reach our goals.

Who should read The Power of Discipline?

  • Anyone lacking some self-discipline in their lives
  • Those who need to ditch their bad habits
  • Goal-setters looking for advice on how to be an achiever

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Success Books: Good Leaders Ask Great Questions by John C. Maxwell

Good Leaders Ask Great Questions

John C. Maxwell
Your Foundation for Successful Leadership
3.8 (173 ratings)
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What's Good Leaders Ask Great Questions about?

Good Leaders Ask Great Questions (2014) focuses on how successful leadership isn't about having all the answers, but asking the right questions. The constant quest for improvement, innovation, and growth is what separates good leaders from great ones.

Who should read Good Leaders Ask Great Questions?

  • Aspiring leaders 
  • Current leaders seeking improvement 
  • Personal development enthusiasts

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Success Books: The Art of Clear Thinking by Hasard Lee

The Art of Clear Thinking

Hasard Lee
A Stealth Fighter Pilot's Timeless Rules for Making Tough Decisions
3.7 (564 ratings)
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What's The Art of Clear Thinking about?

The Art of Clear Thinking (2023) is a practical guide to decision-making as seen through the lens of a US fighter pilot. It introduces readers to the ACE Helix framework employed by those engaged in air combat while prompting you to consider how the underlying principles could be of benefit in your own life. 

Who should read The Art of Clear Thinking?

  • Key decision-makers in any field
  • Individuals keen to improve their ability to think clearly and critically 
  • People interested in military operations

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Success Books: The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett

The Diary of a CEO

Steven Bartlett
The 33 Laws of Business and Life
4.3 (651 ratings)
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What's The Diary of a CEO about?

The Diary of a CEO (2023) offers a compelling insight into the world of entrepreneurship and personal development. It’s a comprehensive guide that combines reflections, lessons learned, and practical advice. This aims to inspire and guide you in understanding business dynamics, personal development, and the intricacies of becoming an effective leader.

Who should read The Diary of a CEO?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders looking to start or grow a business
  • Professionals and students focused on personal and professional development
  • Anyone searching for mindset shifts and psychological tools to maximize their potential

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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 (681 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: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant

Hidden Potential

Adam Grant
The Science of Achieving Greater Things
4.5 (441 ratings)
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What's Hidden Potential about?

Hidden Potential (2023) challenges the notion that only those born with natural and exceptional talent can excel intellectually, artistically or athletically. Supported by groundbreaking research, it offers a framework that any individual can use to tap into their hidden potential and achieve more than they ever thought possible. 

Who should read Hidden Potential?

  • Novices wanting to master a challenging skill
  • Those who feel they’ve stagnated or plateaued
  • Leaders seeking to unlock the potential of others

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Success Books: Limitless Mind by Jo Boaler

Limitless Mind

Jo Boaler
Learn, Lead, and Live Without Barriers
4.2 (59 ratings)
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What's Limitless Mind about?

Limitless Mind (2019) explores the potential of the human brain to learn and grow without boundaries, challenging the traditional belief that intelligence and abilities are fixed traits. Drawing on the latest science and research, it presents readers with six keys to enhancing learning capabilities and overcoming educational and personal obstacles. 

Who should read Limitless Mind?

  • Anyone feeling held back by a fixed mindset
  • Parents interested in supporting their children’s learning
  • Educators seeking innovative and effective teaching strategies

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Success Books: LIT by Jeff Karp

LIT

Jeff Karp
Using Nature's Playbook to Spark Energy, Ideas, and Action
4.2 (114 ratings)
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What's LIT about?

LIT (2024) is a guidebook for anyone looking to ignite their inner potential and make a positive impact on their lives and the world around them. It’s designed to help people snap out of their rut, find inspiration, cultivate humility, and harness the transformative power of curiosity and compassion. 

Who should read LIT?

  • Anyone interested in personal growth
  • People curious about productivity and inspiration
  • Distracted minds looking for some calm and focus

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Success Books: How to Stop Procrastinating by Steve Scott

How to Stop Procrastinating

Steve Scott
A Simple Guide to Mastering Difficult Tasks
4.1 (61 ratings)
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What's How to Stop Procrastinating about?

How to Stop Procrastinating (2017) offers practical strategies to overcome the habit of delaying tasks. It provides insights into the psychological triggers behind procrastination and outlines actionable steps to foster better productivity and time management skills. The guide is designed to help you implement these techniques to achieve immediate and lasting results.

Who should read How to Stop Procrastinating?

  • Students struggling with time management
  • Professionals facing deadline and project pressures
  • Writers and creatives battling with blocks

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Success Books: Rich Dad's Increase Your Financial IQ by Robert T. Kiyosaki

Rich Dad's Increase Your Financial IQ

Robert T. Kiyosaki
Get Smarter with Your Money
4.0 (134 ratings)
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What's Rich Dad's Increase Your Financial IQ about?

Increase Your Financial IQ (2011) is a guide to building financial intelligence and taking control of your financial future. It lays out key principles for protecting your money, budgeting, leveraging your assets, and continuously improving your financial knowledge.

Who should read Rich Dad's Increase Your Financial IQ?

  • Individuals and families striving to build long-term wealth
  • Small investors seeking to make smarter, more informed decisions
  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed or confused by personal finance

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Success Books: The Idea Is the Easy Part by Brian Dovey

The Idea Is the Easy Part

Brian Dovey
Myths and Realities of the Startup World
4.1 (59 ratings)
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What's The Idea Is the Easy Part about?

The Idea is the Easy Part (2023) offers a refreshing, no-nonsense guide to the entrepreneurial journey, countering common myths about startup success and failure. With insights from decades of firsthand experience, it’s an enthusiastic yet realistic manual for aspiring entrepreneurs, providing practical advice on making informed decisions at every stage of the startup process, from ideation to execution.

Who should read The Idea Is the Easy Part?

  • Current and aspiring entrepreneurs
  • Anyone wanting to sort the startup fact from fiction 
  • People with big ideas that they want to become a reality

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Success Books: The First Rule of Mastery by Michael Gervais

The First Rule of Mastery

Michael Gervais
Stop Worrying about What People Think of You
3.7 (194 ratings)
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What's The First Rule of Mastery about?

The First Rule of Mastery (2023) reveals that letting go of the fear of other people's opinions unleashes your potential by promoting a shift towards values and purpose.

Who should read The First Rule of Mastery?

  • Individuals seeking self-improvement
  • Professionals aiming for excellence
  • Anyone battling social anxiety

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Success Books: The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking by Michael D. Watkins

The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking

Michael D. Watkins
Leading Your Organization Into the Future
4.1 (258 ratings)
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What's The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking about?

The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking (2024) is a comprehensive guide designed to enhance your leadership skills by focusing on strategic thinking. It identifies six key components of strategic thought: mental agility, pattern recognition, political savvy, problem-solving, systems analysis, and visioning, each essential for recognizing threats and opportunities, establishing priorities, and driving organizational success. Offering a blend of academic insights and practical tools, it aims to develop and nurture your strategic thinking, making it an invaluable resource.

Who should read The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking?

  • Aspiring business leaders seeking strategic skills
  • Executives facing complex organizational challenges
  • Professionals interested in leadership and organizational change

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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 (66 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: Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook by Ken Blanchard & Randy Conley

Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook

Ken Blanchard & Randy Conley
A 52-Week Game Plan for Becoming a Trusted Servant Leader
3.7 (32 ratings)
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What's Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook about?

Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook (2023) highlights how adopting servant leadership, a balanced approach focusing on serving others and achieving outcomes, can cultivate strong relationships and superior results in the workplace.

Who should read Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook?

  • Aspiring servant leaders
  • Corporate managers
  • Team-building professionals

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Success Books: The 3.3 Rule by John Briggs

The 3.3 Rule

John Briggs
The New Workday Standard of Creating More by Working Less
3.8 (326 ratings)
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What's The 3.3 Rule about?

The 3.3 Rule (2020) offers a unique perspective on productivity and work-life balance. It presents the “3.3 Rule” – which advocates for working a maximum of three hours at a time, succeeded by breaks amounting to 30% of the work duration. This groundbreaking approach aims to rebuild conventional work patterns, fostering productivity and employee satisfaction.

Who should read The 3.3 Rule?

  • Corporate leaders 
  • Productivity enthusiasts 
  • Work-life balance seekers

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Success Books: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport

Slow Productivity

Cal Newport
The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout
4.1 (173 ratings)
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What's Slow Productivity about?

Slow Productivity (2024) offers a transformative philosophy for achieving meaningful accomplishment while avoiding overload. It critiques the broken definition of productivity that leads to overwhelming task lists and burnout, proposing a more sustainable alternative inspired by history's creative thinkers. Drawing on examples from Galileo to Jane Austen, it presents the principles of "slow productivity", offering practical advice for escaping overload and pursuing long-term quality in work.

Who should read Slow Productivity?

  • Stressed knowledge workers overwhelmed by pointless admin
  • Burnt-out professionals who’ve lost their creative spark
  • Managers who want to see real results from their teams

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Success Books: Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson

Elon Musk

Walter Isaacson
3.9 (176 ratings)
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What's Elon Musk about?

Elon Musk (2023) chronicles the life and work of one of the most influential tech entrepreneurs of the twenty-first century. Covering Musk’s ambitious ventures in electric cars, space exploration, and renewable energy, it provides a rare detailed look into Musk’s unique approach to innovation, as well as the private and professional challenges he’s faced along the way.

Who should read Elon Musk?

  • Entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking inspiration
  • Students of technology and innovation management
  • Fans of Tesla, SpaceX, and Elon Musk

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Success Books: Think Remarkable by Guy Kawasaki & Madisun Nuismer

Think Remarkable

Guy Kawasaki & Madisun Nuismer
9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference
4.1 (60 ratings)
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What's Think Remarkable about?

Think Remarkable (2023) is a transformative guide to unlocking your full potential and living an extraordinary life. It draws on the wisdom and insights of remarkable individuals to provide a blueprint for personal growth and success.

Who should read Think Remarkable?

  • Students aiming to develop the skills and mindset needed for success
  • Anyone feeling stuck in a rut and wanting to break free from mediocrity
  • Those seeking inspiration and guidance from the world’s most remarkable people

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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
4.6 (241 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: The Education of Millionaires by Michael Ellsberg

The Education of Millionaires

Michael Ellsberg
Everything You Won't Learn in College About How to Be Successful
4.2 (159 ratings)
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What's The Education of Millionaires about?

The Education of Millionaires (2011) argues that the most critical skills for success aren’t taught in traditional educational institutions. Based on interviews with millionaires and billionaires, it suggests that to thrive in the real world, people need to learn practical skills such as finding great mentors, building a strong network, creating meaningful work, and developing a personal brand.

Who should read The Education of Millionaires?

  • Recent graduates disillusioned with conventional career paths
  • Creatives searching for ways to monetize their talents
  • Anyone feeling stuck in an unfulfilling job and looking for inspiration to bet on themselves

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Success Books: Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick

Co-Intelligence

Ethan Mollick
Living and Working with AI
4.2 (235 ratings)
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What's Co-Intelligence about?

Co-Intelligence (2024) explores the benefits of partnering with generative, language-based artificial intelligence (AI) in education, the workplace, and any area of life you wish to excel in. By harnessing the potential of new AI technology, and better understanding its limitations, you can use AI to significantly enhance your performance and potential.

Who should read Co-Intelligence?

  • Workplace professionals wanting to benefit from AI
  • AI amateurs looking to advance their user skills
  • Curious luddites wishing to learn about AI

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Success Books: Uncommon by Mark Divine

Uncommon

Mark Divine
Simple Principles for an Extraordinary Life
4.0 (152 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: Manifest by Roxie Nafousi

Manifest

Roxie Nafousi
7 Steps to Living Your Best Life
4.0 (142 ratings)
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What's Manifest about?

Manifest (2022) explores the transformative power of manifesting to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Designed to help you harness your desires and make meaningful changes in your life, this seven-step program will empower you to turn your best life into reality. 

Who should read Manifest?

  • Individuals interested in personal development and self-improvement
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking motivation and direction
  • Anyone curious about manifesting 

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Success Books: The Wealth Money Can't Buy by Robin Sharma

The Wealth Money Can't Buy

Robin Sharma
The 8 Hidden Habits to Live Your Richest Life
4.4 (228 ratings)
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What's The Wealth Money Can't Buy about?

The Wealth Money Can't Buy (2024) is a groundbreaking guide that will hardwire in you a completely new way of measuring wealth. With proven tactics and methods, it will help you stop chasing the wrong kinds of riches, so you can get on the right track to making a life you absolutely adore.

Who should read The Wealth Money Can't Buy?

  • Personal growth enthusiasts seeking fulfillment beyond material possessions
  • Overworked professionals looking to redefine success and priorities
  • Spiritual seekers desiring a holistic approach to abundance

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Success Books: Think This, Not That by Josh Axe

Think This, Not That

Josh Axe
12 Mindshifts to Breakthrough Limiting Beliefs and Become Who You Were Born to Be
4.0 (163 ratings)
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What's Think This, Not That about?

Think This, Not That (2024) is a guide to reshaping thought patterns to foster a healthier mental, emotional, and physical state. It delves into the science of cognitive habits and provides 12 actionable strategies to empower individuals to achieve lasting personal change and make their life their masterpiece. 

Who should read Think This, Not That?

  • Anyone struggling with negative thought patterns
  • People interested in holistic health approaches
  • Wellness coaches and mental health professionals

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Success Books: Love Life by Matthew Hussey

Love Life

Matthew Hussey
How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What)
4.2 (40 ratings)
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What's Love Life about?

Love Life (2024) is a treasure trove of valuable relationship advice. By knowing what to look for in a partner, and what to say in difficult situations, we can walk away from dead-end relationships and find the person who’s right for us.

Who should read Love Life?

  • People struggling to find a committed romantic partner
  • People stuck in unhappy relationships
  • Anyone who wants dating advice

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Success Books: Just the Good Stuff by Jim VandeHei

Just the Good Stuff

Jim VandeHei
No-BS Secrets to Success (No Matter What Life Throws at You)
4.1 (38 ratings)
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What's Just the Good Stuff about?

Just the Good Stuff (2024) is a practical and candid guide to managing today’s complex world and achieving success, regardless of your starting point. It offers essential advice on finding your passion, building a meaningful career, and attaining health, wealth, and happiness.

Who should read Just the Good Stuff?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking inspiration
  • Individuals overcoming personal or professional challenges
  • Personal growth and resilience seekers

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Success Books: The Humor Habit by Paul Osincup

The Humor Habit

Paul Osincup
Rewire Your Brain to Stress Less, Laugh More, and Achieve More'er
4.3 (227 ratings)
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What's The Humor Habit about?

The Humor Habit (2024) explores the transformative power of humor, emphasizing how incorporating humor can improve personal well-being, relationships, and workplace dynamics. It provides practical strategies and insights to help readers develop a habit of finding and using humor in various situations, promoting resilience and a positive mindset. 

Who should read The Humor Habit?

  • Workplace managers and leaders
  • Mental health professionals
  • Personal development enthusiasts

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Success Books: Get Better at Anything by Scott H. Young

Get Better at Anything

Scott H. Young
12 Maxims for Mastery
4.3 (217 ratings)
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What's Get Better at Anything about?

Get Better at Anything (2024) identifies three key factors for effective learning: observing others, practicing extensively, and receiving reliable feedback. Drawing on research and real-life examples, it provides valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their skills.

Who should read Get Better at Anything?

  • Anyone who wants to learn something new and doesn’t know where to start
  • Those who have stalled on their learning journey
  • People who feel their skillset is starting to backslide

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Success Books: Financial Literacy for All by John Hope Bryant

Financial Literacy for All

John Hope Bryant
Disrupting Struggle, Advancing Financial Freedom, and Building a New American Middle Class
3.3 (30 ratings)
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What's Financial Literacy for All about?

Financial Literacy for All (2024) equips you to navigate the complexities of personal and community finances with greater proficiency and understanding. It reveals how financial education can transform your economic stability and unlock opportunities by managing credit more effectively. This guide is essential for anyone looking to enhance their financial literacy and make informed decisions that pave the way to personal and communal prosperity.

Who should read Financial Literacy for All?

  • Young adults entering the workforce
  • Educators and financial advisors
  • Policymakers in education and finance

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Success Books: Optimal by Daniel Goleman & Cary Cherniss

Optimal

Daniel Goleman & Cary Cherniss
How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence Every Day
3.5 (94 ratings)
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What's Optimal about?

Optimal (2024) looks at how enhanced emotional intelligence can significantly boost engagement, productivity, and satisfaction in both personal and organizational contexts. It outlines practical strategies for leaders and individuals wishing to apply emotional intelligence effectively, aiming to sustain high performance and create a supportive work environment. Through stories and scientific research, it illustrates the profound impact emotional intelligence has on managing stress and improving team dynamics.

Who should read Optimal?

  • HR professionals and organizational development specialists
  • Leaders and managers at all levels
  • Entrepreneurs and start-up team members

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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 (146 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: Beyond Getting By by Holly Trantham

Beyond Getting By

Holly Trantham
The Financial Diet's Guide to Abundant and Intentional Living
3.5 (12 ratings)
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What's Beyond Getting By about?

Beyond Getting By (2024) is a guide for those looking to integrate financial management with personal fulfillment, emphasizing the use of money as a tool to enhance life quality. It offers practical advice and exercises to help readers define their budget philosophy, negotiate for raises, and balance their personal and professional lives to avoid burnout​.

Who should read Beyond Getting By?

  • Women seeking to improve financial literacy and independence
  • Individuals interested in holistic financial and life planning
  • Professionals aiming to balance career and personal life

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Success Books: MicroSkills by Adaira Landry & Resa E. Lewiss

MicroSkills

Adaira Landry & Resa E. Lewiss
The Tiny Steps That Lead to the Biggest Accomplishments
3.8 (128 ratings)
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What's MicroSkills about?

MicroSkills (2024) offers a deep dive into how small, specific skills can significantly enhance your personal and professional growth. Learn to break down complex goals into manageable actions, from building professional resilience through self-care to transforming workplace conflicts into opportunities for success.

Who should read MicroSkills?

  • Aspiring moguls seeking corporate finesse
  • Self-improvement fans craving everyday success
  • Career climbers championing small changes

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Success Books: Unstoppable Mindset by Alden Mills

Unstoppable Mindset

Alden Mills
How to Use What You Have to Get What You Want
4.4 (118 ratings)
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What's Unstoppable Mindset about?

Unstoppable Mindset (2024) teaches readers how to leverage their mental power to achieve their goals. It presents a step-by-step process for building mental toughness, setting ambitious goals, and overcoming common obstacles to success. The book draws on the author's extensive experiences to provide practical strategies and inspiring stories to help individuals realize their full potential.

Who should read Unstoppable Mindset?

  • Aspiring leaders seeking to enhance their skills
  • Entrepreneurs aiming to build successful businesses
  • Individuals pursuing personal growth and resilience

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Success Books: Purpose by Samuel T. Wilkinson

Purpose

Samuel T. Wilkinson
What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence
3.5 (33 ratings)
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What's Purpose about?

Purpose (2024) presents a provocative exploration of human evolution, challenging the notion that life is devoid of inherent meaning. By integrating insights from various scientific disciplines, it argues that there is a universal purpose rooted in the dualities of being human and our ability to exercise free will, suggesting a profound connection between our biological nature and the existence of a higher purpose.

Who should read Purpose?

  • Individuals interested in the intersection of science and spirituality
  • Readers seeking a deeper understanding of human evolution and its implications
  • Professionals and students in psychology, psychiatry, and evolutionary biology

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Success Books: Excessively Obsessed by Natasha Oakley

Excessively Obsessed

Natasha Oakley
Find Your Passion, Build Your Business, Learn Your Limits, Love Your Life
4.3 (15 ratings)
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What's Excessively Obsessed about?

Excessively Obsessed (2024) offers a candid and practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs. This guide demystifies the entrepreneurial journey, revealing the gritty realities behind glamorous social media portrayals and providing actionable insights on everything from funding and marketing to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Who should read Excessively Obsessed?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking practical advice on starting and growing a business
  • Small business owners looking to scale their operations and improve their marketing
  • Influencers and content creators aiming to build and monetize their personal brand

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Success Books: Supercoach by Michael Neill

Supercoach

Michael Neill
10 Secrets to Transform Anyone's Life: 10th Anniversary Edition
4.3 (40 ratings)
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What's Supercoach about?

Supercoach (2018) offers a simple but profound explanation of how the mind works and provides insights on happiness, goal-setting, relationships, emotions, financial security, and creativity. It aims to help readers unleash their potential and make a difference in the world while having a deeper, more meaningful experience of being alive.

Who should read Supercoach?

  • People seeking more ease, flow and consistency in pursuing their goals
  • Individuals looking to cultivate deeper well-being and resilience
  • Anyone open to unconventional approaches to achievement and success

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Success Books: The Venture Mindset by Ilya Strebulaev, Alex Dang

The Venture Mindset

Ilya Strebulaev, Alex Dang
How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth
3.9 (86 ratings)
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What's The Venture Mindset about?

The Venture Mindset (2024) transforms your approach to business with insights inspired by venture capitalists. This guide reveals the secrets behind identifying groundbreaking ideas and making calculated risks, using examples from successful startups like Zoom. You’ll learn how to harness the power of long-term thinking, embrace dissent, and turn failure into a stepping stone for extraordinary success in any industry.

Who should read The Venture Mindset?

  • Entrepreneurs seeking insights into successful startup strategies
  • Investors looking to spot and nurture groundbreaking innovations
  • Business leaders aiming to foster a culture of long-term thinking

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Success Books: Focal Point by Brian Tracy

Focal Point

Brian Tracy
Simplify Life, Double Productivity, Achieve Your Goals
4.3 (120 ratings)
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What's Focal Point about?

Focal Point (2022) delves into the secrets of high achievers, revealing how they identify their focal point to achieve optimal results in various aspects of their lives. It offers a comprehensive guide to personal management, helping you analyze your life, set focused goals, and create plans for success, ultimately achieving both professional success and personal satisfaction.

Who should read Focal Point?

  • Time management and productivity enthusiasts
  • Career-driven individuals seeking work-life balance
  • Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and potential high achievers

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Success Books: You Deserve Good Gelato by Kacie Rose

You Deserve Good Gelato

Kacie Rose
Travel, Embrace Failure, and Face Your Fears
4.0 (143 ratings)
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What's You Deserve Good Gelato about?

You Deserve Good Gelato (2024) is a memoir that engages both the excitement and heartbreak of taking big leaps of faith, navigating the challenges and joys of expat life, and learning profound lessons about resilience, growth, and finding happiness in the moment.

Who should read You Deserve Good Gelato?

  • Aspiring travelers looking for inspiration and guidance 
  • Anyone feeling stuck or unfulfilled and seeking motivation
  • Those who want to feel less alone in their lives

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Success Books: Good Team, Bad Team by Sarah Thurber & Blair Miller

Good Team, Bad Team

Sarah Thurber & Blair Miller
Lead Your People to Go After Big Challenges, Not Each Other
4.3 (78 ratings)
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What's Good Team, Bad Team about?

Good Team, Bad Team (2024) provides a powerful guide to transforming team dynamics and performance. Discover how to leverage thinking preferences, foster trust, and build a shared purpose to unlock your team’s full potential. Get ready to elevate collaboration and achieve remarkable results.

Who should read Good Team, Bad Team?

  • Team leaders seeking high-performance strategies
  • Professionals navigating cognitive diversity challenges
  • Individuals pursuing personal or team growth

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Success Books: Grow the Pie by Alex Edmans

Grow the Pie

Alex Edmans
How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit
4.4 (76 ratings)
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What's Grow the Pie about?

Grow the Pie (2020) shows how businesses can thrive by creating value for society while also achieving sustainable profits. It reveals that companies prioritizing the well-being of all stakeholders often outperform those focused solely on shareholder returns. By presenting extensive research and real-world examples, it makes a compelling case that long-term success comes from growing the pie for everyone.

Who should read Grow the Pie?

  • Business leaders seeking sustainable growth strategies
  • Investors interested in long-term corporate performance
  • Academics studying corporate governance and responsibility

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Success Books: What's Next Is Now by Frederik Pferdt

What's Next Is Now

Frederik Pferdt
How to Live Future Ready
3.8 (32 ratings)
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What's What's Next Is Now about?

What's Next Is Now (2024) presents a transformative mindset to help you navigate uncertainty with purpose. It offers a motivational guide to creating a future you desire through optimism, curiosity, and experimentation, offering practical exercises and real-world insights to foster a future-ready perspective.

Who should read What's Next Is Now?

  • Professionals navigating rapidly changing industries
  • People experiencing major life transitions
  • Those seeking motivation and optimism in the face of the future

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Success Books: Nobody Cares About Your Career by Erika Ayers Badan

Nobody Cares About Your Career

Erika Ayers Badan
Why Failure Is Good and Other Hard Truths
4.1 (116 ratings)
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What's Nobody Cares About Your Career about?

Nobody Cares About Your Career 2024) is a no-nonsense guide to taking control of your professional life. It challenges you to shift your mindset from expecting others to advance your career to actively creating value, following your vision, and embracing change as your opportunity for growth.

Who should read Nobody Cares About Your Career?

  • Recent graduates entering the workforce, or mid-career professionals looking to advance or change careers
  • Those in fast-paced, changing industries looking to be proactive
  • Anyone interested in personal development and professional growth

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Success Books: How to Become a People Magnet by Marc Reklau

How to Become a People Magnet

Marc Reklau
62 Strategies for Powerful Relationships and Positive Impact
4.4 (114 ratings)
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What's How to Become a People Magnet about?

How to Become a People Magnet (2018) reveals the psychology behind successful relationships and provides practical tips for improving social skills. It emphasizes authenticity and offers actionable advice on creating lasting impressions, effective communication, and building deeper connections.

Who should read How to Become a People Magnet?

  • Networkers seeking to build powerful relationships
  • Professionals aiming to enhance their influence
  • Anyone interested in improving their social skills and achieving lasting happiness

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Success Books: The Success Myth by Emma Gannon

The Success Myth

Emma Gannon
Letting Go of Having It All
4.5 (146 ratings)
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What's The Success Myth about?

The Success Myth (2023) challenges the conventional metrics of achievement and exposes how they often lead to a sense of dissatisfaction and emptiness. It proposes a new framework for viewing success, focusing on personal fulfillment rather than societal accolades. Through a mix of anecdotal evidence and practical advice, it invites readers to redefine success to align more closely with their own values and aspirations. 

Who should read The Success Myth?

  • Young professionals seeking career fulfillment
  • Burned-out individuals reassessing life priorities
  • Career coaches and mentors guiding others

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Success Books: The Power of Instinct by Leslie Zane

The Power of Instinct

Leslie Zane
The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life
3.7 (84 ratings)
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What's The Power of Instinct about?

The Power of Instinct (2024) explores the role of instinctual behavior in decision-making and persuasion, particularly within business and marketing. It delves into how understanding and leveraging innate human instincts can lead to more effective communication, influence, and success, and offers practical strategies for harnessing these natural tendencies. 

Who should read The Power of Instinct?

  • Marketing and sales professionals
  • Entrepreneurs and startup founders
  • Anyone wanting to enhance their communication and persuasiveness

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Success Books: The Energy of Belonging by Wendy Gates Corbett

The Energy of Belonging

Wendy Gates Corbett
75 Ideas to Spark Workplace Community
4.3 (129 ratings)
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What's The Energy of Belonging about?

The Energy of Belonging (2024) is an action-oriented guide for everyone who wants to help create a sense of connection, respect, and safety in the workplace, and how this can transform organizations. It focuses on practical strategies for employees at all levels to foster a culture of belonging, to boost productivity, creativity, and overall success. 

Who should read The Energy of Belonging?

  • Employees at all levels who want to contribute to a more positive work environment
  • Diversity and inclusion specialists or enthusiasts interested in fostering belonging
  • Anyone looking to integrate better into their teams, or promote success and wellbeing for everyone

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Success Books: Leadership Strategy by Powerful Business Solutions

Leadership Strategy

Powerful Business Solutions
The Art & Science of Decision-Making
4.5 (11 ratings)
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What's Leadership Strategy about?

Leadership Strategy (2023) explores the mindsets and strategies of today’s boldest innovators, teaching you how to challenge assumptions and unlock creative breakthroughs. It offers actionable advice and real-world leadership examples to help you think exponentially, foster an entrepreneurial culture, and turn your transformational ideas into revolutionary realities.

Who should read Leadership Strategy?

  • Aspiring business leaders seeking visionary leadership strategies
  • Entrepreneurs aiming to innovate and disrupt their industries
  • Business professionals striving for transformative organizational change

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Success Books: How to Master the Art of Selling by Tom Hopkins

How to Master the Art of Selling

Tom Hopkins
Boost Your Sales Skills With Proven Strategies and Techniques
4.3 (3 ratings)
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What's How to Master the Art of Selling about?

How to Master the Art of Selling (1979) provides a comprehensive guide to effective selling techniques and strategies. It emphasizes the importance of mastering the basics of selling to achieve success in the profession. 

Who should read How to Master the Art of Selling?

  • Aspiring salespeople seeking to learn proven sales techniques
  • Experienced sales professionals wanting to refine their skills
  • Individuals interested in personal and professional growth in sales

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Success Books: The Whole Story by John Mackey

The Whole Story

John Mackey
Adventures in Love, Life, and Capitalism
4.8 (4 ratings)
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What's The Whole Story about?

The Whole Story (2024), offers a candid account of Whole Foods Market’s journey from a small natural foods store to a global retail giant. It interweaves personal reflections with business insights, chronicling the challenges and triumphs that shaped both the company and the natural foods industry as a whole.

Who should read The Whole Story?

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs, especially those in the natural foods or retail sectors
  • Health-conscious consumers curious about the origins of the organic food movement
  • Anyone interested in the history and evolution of American food culture

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

The Magic of Thinking Big

David J. Schwartz
4.4 (15 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
4.6 (10 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: Coach Yourself Confident by Julie Smith

Coach Yourself Confident

Julie Smith
Ditch the self-doubt tax, unlock humble confidence
4.0 (7 ratings)
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What's Coach Yourself Confident about?

Coach Yourself Confident (2024) delves into the art of building true self-assurance – not through acquiring new traits but by unlocking and nurturing the confidence that already resides within you. It provides practical tools for quieting your inner critic and overcoming “self-doubt tax” while maintaining powerful yet humble confidence that amplifies your potential in both personal and professional arenas.

Who should read Coach Yourself Confident?

  • Anyone struggling with self-doubt
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders
  • Personal development enthusiasts

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Success Books: Job Therapy by Tessa West

Job Therapy

Tessa West
Finding Work That Works for You
4.3 (8 ratings)
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What's Job Therapy about?

Job Therapy (2024) poses an important question: Why does work make people unhappy? It’s often attributed to poor management, mundane tasks, or high stress. But these gripes rarely address the true cause of workplace discontent – deeper, unmet psychological needs. By understanding these needs, you can find a job where you can truly flourish. 

Who should read Job Therapy?

  • Professionals who feel unfulfilled or undervalued at work
  • Individuals considering a career or job change
  • Managers seeking to understand employee dissatisfaction

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Success Books: Start Now. Get Perfect Later. by Rob Moore

Start Now. Get Perfect Later.

Rob Moore
Make Quick, Smart Decisions, and Overcome Procrastination
4.5 (4 ratings)
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What's Start Now. Get Perfect Later. about?

Start Now. Get Perfect Later. (2018) offers a kick in the butt to anyone coping with procrastination and perfectionism. With actionable advice on decision-making, time management, and leveraging intuition, it empowers readers to start taking steps toward their goals today, rather than waiting for an ideal moment that may never come.

Who should read Start Now. Get Perfect Later.?

  • Anyone in need of motivation
  • People struggling with a fear of failure
  • Entrepreneurs with a good idea but little confidence

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Success Books: The Resilient Culture by Liane Stephan, Silke Rupprecht, Chris Tamdjidi, Michael Richards

The Resilient Culture

Liane Stephan, Silke Rupprecht, Chris Tamdjidi, Michael Richards
How Collective Resilience Leads to Business Success
5.0 (1 ratings)
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What's The Resilient Culture about?

The Resilient Culture (2024) provides a practical guide to building resilience within organizations, emphasizing the importance of productive, collaborative, and innovative cultures. It leverages decades of corporate and academic expertise to help businesses achieve lasting success.

Who should read The Resilient Culture?

  • Business leaders seeking strategies to enhance organizational resilience
  • HR professionals interested in practical frameworks for improving employee well-being
  • Team managers who want to cultivate collaborative and innovative work environments.

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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
  • Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell
  • 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
  • The Success Principles by Jack Canfield

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
  • Malcolm Gladwell
  • Daniel Kahneman
  • Gary Keller and Jay Papasan