14 min read ⌚ A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them Want to write better? Well, it all starts with reading better. And Francine Prose is here to teach you how you can start: Reading Like a Writer Who Should Read “Reading Like a Writer”? And Why? Reading […]
Category: Career Skills
Girl, Stop Apologizing Summary
8 min read ⌚ A Shame-Free Plan for Embracing and Achieving Your Goals Due to social pressure, bad habits, or simply self-esteem issues, we tend to walk away from challenges. Although Rachel puts the emphasis on women, this is accurate for both sexes. Achieving your goals, or following your dreams meets its greatest nemesis – doubt […]
The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking Summary
16 min read ⌚ Modern Techniques for Dynamic Communication Want to become a better public speaker? The only thing you need is Dale Carnegie’s 1962 book: The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking. Who Should Read “The Quick and Easy Way to Effective Speaking”? And Why? As suggested by the title, The Quick and Easy […]
Unfuck Yourself Summary
8 min read ⌚ Get Out of Your Head and into Your Life The book title itself erases all the BS that you would normally be subjected to and goes straight to the point. Is it possible to snap out of this ignorance, and start embracing the thing you’ve been taught to fear? Absolutely, and that’s […]
Exactly What to Say
13 min read ⌚ The Magic Words for Influence and Impact Scott Stratten, President of UnMarketing Inc., claims that this book is “the dictionary of business success language.” Why should it not be? When, instead of beating around the bush, Phil M. Jones is sharing with you no less than 23 magic words for influence and […]
Millionaire Success Habits Summary
8 min read ⌚ Not everyone aspires to become a millionaire, but those that do, have several things in common. Among other things, they have that solution-focused mentality. If you lust for success, then this is the step-by-step process that explains how to get there. Who Should Read “Millionaire Success Habits”? And Why? Who wouldn’t want […]
Captivate Summary
9 min read ⌚ The Science of Succeeding with People Not exactly a people person? The good news: it’s not in your genes. The even better news: Vanessa Van Edwards has all the scientific facts you need to help you become more sociable. And she’ll teach you how to: Captivate. Who Should Read “Captivate”? And Why? […]
Dare to Lead Summary
9 min read ⌚ Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts. We’ve summarized quite a few books on leadership on our site. Here’s an addition, and from someone who has never dabbled in the topic before. At least not specifically. Yet, Brené Brown is certainly one who could teach you how to dare greatly and rise strong […]
Ted Talks Summary
17 min read ⌚ Quick Summary: In this New York Times bestseller, Chris Anderson, founder of TED, one of the biggest trends and technology events in the world, explains how to become a better presenter and more effectively sell your idea. It is a must-read if you want to learn how to speak in public. If […]
The Laws of Human Nature
9 min read ⌚ Short Summary: In The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene, you’ll come across 18 life-changing laws, that will help you understand the human nature, why people act the way they do and how to remain vigilant. Who Should Read “The Laws of Human Nature”? And Why? Unlike most of the other […]