Book tips for summer vacation

We bring you tips on books that you absolutely must not miss. Get started on the hot new releases that are the top rated books for this summer. We already have our favorite, what will be yours?

Ali Abdaal – Feel Good Productivity

The core message of his book is: “The secret to productivity isn’t discipline. It’s joy.”
Author goes against the classic productivity content where everything is focused on becoming more disciplined, forming habits, and, in the end, being able to deliver every task that is on your to-do list.
Abdaal’s approach is more focused on understanding what brings you joy and what holds you back and finding ways to do more of what you love and less of what you have.

Stephen R. Covey – The 7 Habits of highly effective people

The seven habits that Covey elucidates form a cohesive framework for personal and professional success. The habits progress logically, from mastering self (proactivity, goal-setting, prioritizing) to dealing with others (empathy, synergy, communication), and finally to self-improvement and growth (continuous learning). This approach underlines the importance of building a strong inner foundation before working on interpersonal relations.
Author‘s philosophies go beyond mere tips and tricks for productivity. Instead, he encourages a paradigm shift in how we perceive and interpret the world. This powerful perspective shift allows readers to see life and relationships through a new lens, offering a profound and lasting impact.

Dale Carnegie – How to win friends and influence people

Dale Carnegie’s ‘How to Win Friends and Influence People’ is a timeless classic in the realm of self growth. Written in a clear, engaging style, it is one of my favorite self help books as it provides invaluable insights into understanding and navigating human relationships.
Carnegie presents a set of simple, practical principles that enable effective communication and foster harmonious relationships. The book emphasizes the importance of empathy, active listening, and genuine interest in others. While these concepts may seem obvious, Carnegie’s articulation and real-life examples illuminate their profound impact.

David Brooks – How to know a person

The author states that conversational and social skills are not just innate qualities, but can be learned and improved. He provides practical tips for what he calls “loud listening,” a practice of helping those around you feel they can be heard and appreciated. It’s more than a guide to better conversation; it’s a blueprint for a more connected and humane way of life.

A.G. Lafley, Roger Martin – Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works

The book shows leaders in any type of organization how to guide everyday actions with larger strategic goals built around the clear, essential elements that determine business success–where to play and how to win. The stories of how P&G repeatedly won by applying this method to iconic brands such as Olay, Bounty, Gillette, Swiffer, and Febreze clearly illustrate how deciding on a strategic approach–and then making the right choices to support it–makes the difference between just playing the game and actually winning. Let this book serve as your playbook for winning.