The World's Best Book Summaries
What do you need to know about the psychology of golf? Why is it important to get in the right mindset when golfing? According to Golf Is Not a Game of Perfect by Bob Rotella, the first step in taking control of your golf game is choosing the right thoughts. He argues that some thoughts help you play to the best of your ability, while others lead you to perform poorly. Keep reading to learn how to up your game with just three tips.
Why are most self-made millionaires men? Why do women find it more difficult to become millionaires? What can you do to become one? In We Should All Be Millionaires, Rachel Rodgers discusses ways to develop a positive money mindset, manage your time and energy, and increase your wealth by recognizing the worth of your work. These steps are crucial for women who want to feel empowered about making more money. Read below for a brief overview of Rachel Rodgers’ We Should All Be Millionaires.
What are the functions of the left and right sides of the brain? Which side houses your creative side, and which houses your logical side? Your brain is split into two teams: the right hemisphere and the left hemisphere. In her book Whole Brain Living, Jill Bolte discusses the role of each side, along with common myths surrounding them. Let’s look at the left and right brain functions more closely.
Why are a support system and balanced life important for your career? What are the top three ways to improve work performance? Bill George’s book Discover Your True North focuses on strategies to become a strong leader by improving the way you work. He offers covers on how to bolster your leadership by maintaining a strong support system outside of work as well as maintaining a balanced life. Let’s look at the three ways to improve your work performance by keeping your personal life healthy and happy.
Are you always in a rush? Does it feel like there’s never enough time to do everything you need to do? Pastor and author John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry explores our cultural obsession with rushing and examines how it harms our relationships, health, and spirituality. Comer argues that you can escape this culture of rushing by following the lifestyle of Jesus. Continue reading for an overview of this insightful book that can put you on the path to an unhurried life.
What’s the problem with AI recruitment technology? Why are so many companies using it? Artificial Intelligence (AI) recruitment tools are increasingly acting as a gatekeeper between you and your next job. Some say that recruitment technology is a lifesaver for sorting through thousands of applications, while others say it rejects qualified candidates. Below we will take a look at the pros and cons of AI recruitment and provide tips for job hunters.
How do children learn through play? How can reading fiction boost your child’s development? Children are constantly learning by watching and listening, but they also learn by playing—especially pretending. Similarly, reading fictional stories helps them learn empathy. Continue reading to learn about the benefits of play in children.
When should you give up on an idea or a project? What’s the best way to identify diminishing returns? Sometimes it’s hard to give up, especially when you’ve invested so much and you don’t want to be a quitter. But, sometimes cutting your losses and moving on is the best course of action. In The Voltage Effect, economist John A. List explains why, sometimes, quitting is for winners. Continue reading to learn how to avoid the sunk cost fallacy and stop wasting valuable resources.
Are you ready to make some lifestyle changes? What could you do differently to get more out of life? In The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Mark Comer shares insights on what it means to rush through life, why we rush, and how doing so harms us and others. He provides practical advice on how to live a slower, more fulfilling life by following Jesus’s lifestyle. The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry study guide below will help you apply the book’s principles to your life.
Do you tend to give up when you don’t reach a breakthrough right away? What’s the best way to find a solution without wasting a lot of time? In The Third Door, Alex Banayan shares the insights into success that he learned from interviewing inventor Dean Kamen. Kamen’s secret is kissing frogs—in other words, persistently trying lots of solutions. Kamen cautions, though, that this must be done strategically so that you don’t waste time. Keep reading to learn how kissing frogs might be your ticket to success as it has been for Kamen.