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BUSINESS DISCOVERY: While some references are dated, yet this self-help guide remains the 'golden standard' for business success on many must read lists, including Forbes and Fortune.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.15 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: The book is thoughtfully organized, as each chapter explores a challenging personality and ends with how to address if you are the peer, the manager, or the managed.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.4 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: As a continuum to The One Minute Manager, this quick, easy to read guide is a practical resource. Managers can implore 3 easy steps to effectively add value to their team.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.96 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Some references are dated, yet this self-help guide remains a 'golden standard' for business and on many must read lists, including Forbes, Fortune, and many more.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.85 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. Also, each chapter ends with suggested URL, which make the audio version laborious.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: A top seller for nearly 20 years, this easy to read guide tackles the self-imposed barrier to achieving greatness through motivation and determination.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.12 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: While not for everyone, this easy read is filled with entertaining stories and quick exercises to assess and address areas in your life that aren't fulfilling.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.02 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: This book covers practical knowledge on the hiring process for businesses large and small with as easy to follow process outlined.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.94 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking and viewing of the many charts and graphs.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: While not for everyone, this easy read is filled with entertaining stories and quick exercises to assess and address areas in your life that are holding you back from making the desired income you seek.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.07 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Filled with entertaining anecdotes and scientific discovery, the book allows you to identify habit cues and rewards, and how to change them.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.04 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Cardone expresses how 'massive action' allows you to stop selling yourself short and reach the impossible.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.07 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). 'Hear' is encouraged as Cardone goes (colorfully) 'off-script' often, adding additional points.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Through modern examples and thorough research, Brown addresses vulnerability and how to harness it for improved relationships with families, coworkers, and just about everyone you encounter.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.24 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking, especially since her research and lectures, mentioned throughout the book, can be found in the appendix.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Godin Recognizes that brands needs move beyond the 'p's' of marketing to be truly noticeable. Unlike his other books, this is less of an "instructional guide" and more of an "introspective reset".
GOODREADS RATING: 3.76 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Encapsulated in a series of stories, and peppered with dry humor, Thaler highlights his journey exposing behavioral economics.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.15 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Through cultural ancedotes (American), Thaler exposes the small, subtle pushes that our modern-day world makes to sway one's opinion or real-world choices.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.82 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Leaders will benefit from this book's take on culture. With thoughtful anecdotes, guidelines are presented as how to assess and maintain higher levels of inspired cultures.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.01 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking and proper viewing of lists and graphs.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Hsieh, founder of Zappos, tells the tale of achieving a $1B brand in 10 years while maintaining culture. Intropsective for readers trying to find their 'environment' or leaders trying to create a better one.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.0 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: From leaders, to hiring, to strategy, Collins's 21-person research team explored what makes companies great. With easy to apply concepts, this has remained the 'golden standard' for managers to read.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.05 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking as the book has many charts and graphs to view.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: A smooth read, outlined as anecdotal entries paired with research and calls to action, Gladwell expresses how small changes can bring large effect.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.93 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Easy to read humorous guide to the vital importance of being able to deal with unexpected change. While occasionally oversimplified throughout the book, the concept is paramount for all levels of an organization.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.76 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: An anecdotal review of what makes high-achievers different, Gladwell focuses on on the 'why' instead of the 'what'.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.12 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: The go-to business guide for those looking to create a side business on Etsy and need to know the inner workings of taxes, bookkeeping, and more.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.86 / 5
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: This easy to use Gallup testing allows you to figure out your top 5 of the 34 personalities strengths and how to incorporate them into your life, allowing you to 'live your best'.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.92 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged when paired with online research.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Sandberg shares her experience, highlighting what small changes women can do to effect change on a more universal scale.
GOODREADS RATING: 3.95 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: A recount of human history, peppered with dry humor, Harari provides historical and modern day comparisons on our thoughts, actions, power, and ultimately, our future. Currently considered a 'must read' by Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.44 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: As a former international hostage negotiator for the FBI, Voss examines how emotion effects negoitation, and how to use that to your benefit.
GOODREADS RATING: 4.47 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! This book contains no visuals (charts or graphs). ‘Hold’ is encouraged for note taking. 'Hear' is encouraged for on-the-go review.
Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don't Know
BUSINESS DISCOVERY: Gladwell shows us that our perceptions of people are misguided by the very tools and strategies we hold as truths. Through this book, you can reexamine your approach to others.
GOODREADS RATING: 4 / 5
TO HOLD OR TO HEAR? Either! 'Hear' is encouraged since Malcolm Gladwell incorporates music, interviews, and sound clips pertaining to each chapter.
