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Book Summary – High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way

Hard work and persistence can take you far, but most achievers eventually hit a ceiling, burn out or succeed in 1 area at the expense…

ReadingraphicsSeptember 29, 2026

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10 Best Books on Productivity to Work Smarter and Get More Done

You've probably been recommended a productivity book based on its popularity, not on what's actually holding you back. That's the problem with most "best books…

ReadingraphicsAugust 31, 2026

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Book Summary – Feel Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You

Is it possible to achieve more without pushing harder or burning out? In Feel Good Productivity, Ali Abdaal introduces a revolutionary approach to getting things done—not…

ReadingraphicsDecember 29, 2024

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Book Summary – Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout

Do you feel constantly busy yet seldom productive? You're not alone. In today's fast-paced work culture, many knowledge workers feel drained and unfulfilled. Slow Productivity…

ReadingraphicsSeptember 29, 2024

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Book Summary – Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention—and How to Think Deeply Again

Do you feel like you're losing your ability to focus on anything deeply for prolonged periods of time? In Stolen Focus, Johann Hari explains the reasons…

ReadingraphicsJune 29, 2024

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Book Summary – Mind Map Mastery: The Complete Guide to Learning and Using the Most Powerful Thinking Tool in the Universe

Ever wondered how to tap into your brain's hidden potential? Mind Map Mastery by Tony Buzan reveals a transformative approach to thinking, learning, and creating…

ReadingraphicsFebruary 29, 2024

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Book Summary and Review – The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal

In a world where burnout is becoming the norm and our calendars are perpetually full, this book by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz offers a…

ReadingraphicsFebruary 20, 2024

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Book Summary – Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World

Imagine a day without the constant buzz of notifications and your mind unburdened by digital noise—that's the essence of "Digital Minimalism" by Cal Newport. In…

ReadingraphicsDecember 30, 2023

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Book Summary – Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most

Do you sometimes feel like you’re not making progress despite your best efforts? Or, perhaps you feel so exhausted that you can’t find the energy…

ReadingraphicsDecember 29, 2022

The Way We're Working Isn't Working - Book summary

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Book Summary – The Way We’re Working Isn’t Working (Tony Schwartz)

In our modern workplace, we're facing the demand for more, faster and bigger results. We’re flooded by endless information, emails, meetings and urgent requests, and…

ReadingraphicsApril 29, 2022

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Book Summary – The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life

Many people dream of an extraordinary life, but end up settling for a mediocre one. No matter where you are in life—whether you’re struggling to…

ReadingraphicsApril 30, 2020

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Book Summary – Work the System: The Simple Mechanics of Making More and Working Less

What do you do when there's not enough time/energy to do everything you need to do? Many people simply bulldoze their way through, pushing themselves…

ReadingraphicsDecember 29, 2019

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Book Summary – The Checklist Manifesto: How To Get Things Right

Over the past few decades, mankind has acquired extensive knowledge—we can predict hurricanes and tornadoes, build skyscrapers and save people from critical diseases and injuries.…

ReadingraphicsOctober 22, 2019

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Book Summary – Finish: Give Yourself The Gift Of Done by Jon Acuff

Do you find it easier to start something than to finish it? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many people are chronic starters who struggle to…

ReadingraphicsJuly 19, 2019

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Book Summary – The 12 Week Year: Get More Done In 12 Weeks Than Others Do In 12 Months

Most of us are used to annual planning over 12-month cycles. In the 12 Week Year, Brian Moran and Michael Lennington argue that you can…

ReadingraphicsJune 24, 2019

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Book Summary – Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World

Deep work is about focusing without distraction on cognitively-demanding tasks. It’s vital for mastering hard things and delivering high-value outcomes in professional activities. Yet, in our…

ReadingraphicsFebruary 20, 2019

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Book Summary – Essentialism The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

Do you find yourself feeling overworked, exhausted, perpetually busy yet unproductive? Then this book is for you. Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg…

ReadingraphicsJanuary 31, 2019

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Book Summary – The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less

In all aspects of life, be it personal or professional life - predictable cycles emerge, where 80% of outputs, results, and consequences come from just…

ReadingraphicsDecember 29, 2018

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Book Summary – Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

Grit is the combination of passion and perseverance. Through years of research, Angela Duckworth found grit to be a stronger predictor of high-achievement than intelligence,…

ReadingraphicsDecember 23, 2018

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Book Summary – The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change The Way You Lead Forever

Coaching is increasingly recognized as an important aspect of leadership and development. Yet, most of us don’t receive nor deliver effective coaching. In this book,…

ReadingraphicsJanuary 23, 2018

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