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What are the best books to read

Often, we get readers asking us questions like, "what are the best books to read", "what are the best business books", "what are the best…

ReadingraphicsOctober 10, 2019

Book SummariesHealth, Wellness & Spiritual GrowthMotivation, Happiness & PotentialPersonal development & success

Book Summary – The Happiness Equation: Want Nothing + Do Anything = Have Everything

The author Neil Pasricha spent years developing leaders and organizations before he realized that many people (including himself) weren’t happy despite their career successes. This…

ReadingraphicsApril 30, 2021

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Book Summary – The Effortless Experience: Conquering the New Battleground for Customer Loyalty

"The way to win customer loyalty is to delight them." This is the mantra that many organizations follow.  But, is it really true? In this…

ReadingraphicsApril 30, 2021

Book SummariesBusiness & ManagementBusiness Strategy & CultureLeadership & CommunicationsLearning & developmentManagement, Productivity & Teamwork

Book Summary – Organizational Culture and Leadership (Edgar Schein)

Culture determines how we see ourselves and the world, and shapes how we think, behave and interact with others. Leaders, in turn, are crucial in…

ReadingraphicsApril 25, 2021

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Book Summary – Company of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business

Growth isn’t always good. In fact, growing for the sake of growing can hurt a business. In this book, Paul Jarvis challenges traditional ways of…

ReadingraphicsMarch 31, 2021

Book SummariesHealth, Wellness & Spiritual GrowthLearning & development

Book Summary – The Brain that Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science

In this book, psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Dr. Norman Doidge provides a comprehensive review of neuroplasticity, including the science behind it and the wide-ranging implications for…

ReadingraphicsMarch 31, 2021

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Book Summary – Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.

To succeed in a complex and fluid world, organizations need brave leaders and courageous cultures. In this book, Brené Brown presents the 4 courage-building skill…

ReadingraphicsMarch 20, 2021

Book SummariesLearning & developmentMotivation, Happiness & PotentialPersonal development & success

Book Summary – Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

Should you choose a specific field and start training as early as possible to get a head-start? Or is it better to explore and develop…

ReadingraphicsFebruary 27, 2021

Book SummariesBusiness & ManagementMarketing

Book Summary – Contagious: Why Things Catch On

Why do some products and ideas spread like wildfire while others fail to catch on? In this book, Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger shares the…

ReadingraphicsFebruary 27, 2021

Business & ManagementTechnology & Innovation

Book Summary – The Laws of Simplicity: Design, Technology, Business, Life

Technology is becoming increasingly sophisticated. On the one hand, it offers more options for our work and personal lives. On the other hand, it also…

ReadingraphicsFebruary 27, 2021

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Book Summary – The Now Habit: A Strategic Program for Overcoming Procrastination and Enjoying Guilt-Free Play

Do you find yourself delaying or avoiding certain tasks or goals, then criticizing yourself for it? Contrary to common belief, procrastination is not a character…

ReadingraphicsJanuary 27, 2021

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Book Summary – High Output Management (Andrew Grove)

In this book, former Chairman and CEO of Intel, Andrew Grove, provides a comprehensive overview of a manager’s role and purpose, with practical, timeless insights…

ReadingraphicsJanuary 27, 2021

Book SummariesHealth, Wellness & Spiritual Growth

Book Summary – Mindfulness in Plain English (Bhante G)

Mindfulness in Plain English by Bhante Henepola Gunaratana explains the myths, realities and benefits of meditation and mindfulness. The book provides a step-by-step guide to…

ReadingraphicsJanuary 27, 2021

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Book Summary – Find Your Why: A Practical Guide to Discovering Purpose for You and Your Team

All of us have an inner purpose. When we’re on purpose, we thrive and feel a deep sense of fulfilment. In his previous book, Simon…

ReadingraphicsDecember 30, 2020

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Book Summary – Thanks For The Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well

Feedback is a vital source of learning. Yet, it’s not easy to receive feedback, especially when it seems untrue, unfair or badly delivered. This book…

ReadingraphicsDecember 30, 2020

Book SummariesPsychology, Economics, Sociology & General

Book Summary – Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything

Economics is fundamentally about understanding how people respond to incentives to get what they want and need. This book, Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt and…

ReadingraphicsDecember 30, 2020

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Book Summary – The Laws of Human Nature (Robert Greene)

In life, we’ll inevitably come across difficult people who make us feel frustrated, upset, confused or helpless. How can you understand human behavior, make sense…

ReadingraphicsNovember 28, 2020

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Book Summary – Hacking Growth: How Today’s Fastest-Growing Companies Drive Breakout Success

How can you acquire new customers, keep them engaged, convert them to fans and ambassadors, and leverage technology to grow your revenue with a shoestring…

ReadingraphicsNovember 28, 2020

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Book Summary – Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter

Why do some leaders create a positive impact on people around them while others don’t? This book by Liz Wiseman presents the characteristics of Multipliers…

ReadingraphicsNovember 19, 2020

Book SummariesHealth, Wellness & Spiritual Growth

Book Summary – The Blue Zones: 9 Power Lessons For Living Longer From The People Who’ve Lived The Longest

What does it take to live to long life, and to stay healthy and active even in your old age? After more than a decade…

ReadingraphicsOctober 30, 2020

Book SummariesBusiness & ManagementBusiness Strategy & Culture

Book Summary – Good Strategy Bad Strategy: The Difference and Why it Matters

Most leaders will agree that strategy is crucial for an organization’s success. Yet most organizations don’t have a good strategy...they confuse strategy with ambition, innovation,…

ReadingraphicsOctober 29, 2020