The World's Best Book Summaries
Do you need to pay better attention to the people in your life? What are some practical ways to improve your relationships? The Good Life by Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz discusses tips for improving general relationships in life. They share two things you can do to improve any relationship: Pay better attention and replace bad habits. Keep reading to learn how to improve your relationships in these two ways.
Do you have to make a hard decision that you don’t want to go through with? Do you lose focus with deal with a hard situation? Ending something as big as a job or a relationship isn’t easy. There will be factors that will try to persuade you from moving on, but eventually, you’ll have to build the courage to take action. Learn how to make hard decisions that will ultimately be good for you in the long run, according to Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud.
Are the people who are abandoning religion also leaving something crucial behind? Are they throwing the baby out with the bathwater? The answer is yes, according to Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion by Sam Harris. He believes that spiritual experiences, particularly higher states of consciousness, are important for people who are seeking happiness and peace. Continue reading for an overview of this thought-provoking book.
What’s the role of suppliers in marketing? How much influence do suppliers have over pricing? In Competitive Strategy, Michael Porter explains that suppliers with substantial influence can dictate pricing, product quality, and availability. For example, in the diamond industry, a few large diamond mining companies exert significant influence over jewelry manufacturers and vendors by dictating prices, setting quality standards, and restricting sales. Let’s look at the number of conditions that enhance supplier influence over a market.
Why is beta testing video games important? How could better beta testing have helped Diablo 3? Beta testing is when individuals are hired to play video games before they’re released. This is a crucial aspect of the game development process because the players may find bugs and glitches that developers missed. Continue reading to learn more about why beta testing is essential for a good game.
How do children deal with the death of an abusive parent? What can you learn from Jennette McCurdy’s own experience with her abusive mother, Debra? In her memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died, Jennette McCurdy describes how she coped with her mother’s death when she was younger. Despite her mother being emotionally and physically abusive toward her, McCurdy found it difficult to accept that Debra ever harmed her. Let’s look at how McCurdy dealt with such a big loss, and how you can learn from her experience.
Why is supermarket food waste getting out of hand? What can be done to prevent it? US grocery stores throw out 123 million pounds of food each day. Advocates hope the newly reintroduced Food Date Labeling Act will help remedy part of the food waste problem. But time will tell whether the bipartisan-backed bill can withstand objections from the food industry. Below we’ll take a look at the history of supermarket food waste and possible remedies for the situation.
How can public speaking help you tackle other fears you have in life? What should you do on the day of your speech? What should you keep in mind when you open and close a talk? In Public Speaking for Success, Dale Carnegie says that public speaking is the one skill that can bring you more success, opportunity, and fulfillment than any other. You can change people’s hearts and minds, inspire action, improve your relationships, and succeed in life and work. Continue reading for an overview of this classic book on public speaking, and find out why it endures.
What are the principles of Zen Buddhism? How is Zen Buddhism expressed and experienced? Is this philosophy for you? Many people have a passing familiarity with the concept of Zen. But, few really know what “Zen” means or could articulate how Zen Buddhism describes reality and human life. In The Way of Zen, Alan Watts explains the major principles and the history of Zen Buddhism. Continue reading for an overview of the book that’s likely to answer many of your questions.
When you’re in a social situation, do you typically wait for people to come and talk to you? Do you let opportunities pass by because you’re uncomfortable initiating a conversation? Approaching others can be intimidating. You might prefer to keep to yourself or talk to people you already know rather than risk rejection or awkwardness. But, in reality, rejection isn’t a likely outcome. You’ll probably end up being glad that you walked across the room. Continue reading to learn how to approach someone with confidence.