Book Summaries and Project Management
Category: Book Summaries
James Clear did a nice job of compiling and summarizing knowledge on habits from various sources and then adding specific actionable steps. He has also created good tools and media as companions to the book which are available for free, see links in the summary.
Think and Grow Rich has been recommended by several friends and I read it in 2019 together with a mastermind group. It is no surprise that it is so popular and frequently recommended. It contains so much information, it will take several re-readings to absorb the content and put it all into action.
Well rounded book on prospecting and sales. I like the advice on leveraging text messaging and social media for prospecting. My favorite quote is "When you decide not to read; you are making the conscious choice to limit your growth and income."
This was one of my favorite books read in 2017, I strongly recommend reading it. Andrew Carnegie's major motive was making men more useful to themselves and others. He said that making better men is a greater motive than making money.
Simple, profound and actionable advice on all aspects of relationships. Useful for everyone including leaders, managers, supervisors and anyone that desires better friendships and relationships.
In depth look at nine masks men wear to hide themselves and avoid being authentic. Each chapter includes practical step-by-step advice on how to take off each mask and be authentic and vulnerable.
Filled with inspirational stories and anecdotes, this book is fun, entertaining, thought provoking, and inspiring. My favorite quote: "I used to be afraid at failing at what matters, now I am afraid of succeeding at things that don't matter."