The World's Best Book Summaries
What exactly are dreams? What is the science behind dreams? How can scientists research them? In his book Why We Sleep, Matthew Walker discusses dreams from a scientific point of view. He goes over older theories related to dreaming and explains what happens during the REM cycle. Here is what Walker has to say on the science behind dreams.
Do you struggle to save money? Can you think of some things you buy on a consistent basis that you could do without? How much money could you potentially save by cutting out your unnecessary expenses? Many people struggle to save money on a consistent basis. However, saving for the future is essential if you want to accumulate wealth and retire comfortably. The first, most basic step to start saving money is to identify where you can (realistically) cut your spending—your unnecessary expenses. In this article, we’ll discuss why people often avoid saving for the future, and how you can
What are the most common biases? How do those biases affect your ability to make snap decisions? In the book Nudge, the authors discuss the most common biases which are the anchoring bias, the availability bias, the representativeness bias, the status quo bias, and the loss aversion bias. These biases, whether intentionally or not, can skew your judgments. Continue below to learn about each of the most common biases from Nudge.
What is technological maturity? How do you measure the maturity of a technology? There are a number of models that can be used to chart the maturity of a technology. The TRL (Technology Readiness Level) is the most common tool for measuring the maturity of a technology in terms of its evolution (from basic concept to an actual working system). The TALC (Technology Adoption Life Cycle), on the other hand, measures technological maturity in terms of the degree of its adoption by the market. In this article, we’ll take a look at how the two systems overlap.
Do you want to create a personal brand? What does it take to build an online brand from the ground up? In his book Crush It!, Gary Vaynerchuk teaches readers how to turn their passions into profits by creating a niche, personal brand. He explains every step of the process in detail so you, too, can do what you love for a living. Continue below for Gary Vaynerchuk’s eight-step guide from Crush It!.
Do you want to create a technology startup company but don’t know where to start? Once you discover your product, how do you manage its development? In Marty Cagan’s book Inspired, product management and product discovery are crucial for a startup’s success. Creating a good product idea is only the beginning, then you must prototype, test, and assess risk. Continue reading for Marty Cagan’s advice on creating a product.
Did you know that holding onto tension can actually affect your intimate life? Do you want to know how to release tension so you can be closer with your partner? In The Way of the Superior Man, teacher, researcher, and author David Deida wants to help men boost their emotional and physical relationships with women. One way of doing that, he says, is to practice releasing your tension throughout the day. Continue below for advice on how to release tension and improve your intimate life.
What is Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead about? What are the four skills needed for brave leadership? Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead is the bible for brave leadership. The book seeks to get leaders to approach fear and uncertainty head-on, and to teach their subordinates to do the same. Brave leadership requires four skills and they are; facing vulnerability with courage, practicing your values, trust-building, and failure resilience. Below is a brief overview of the key takeaways.
Why does defensive behavior in the workplace occur? What are the major types of defensive behaviors? Defensive behavior in the workplace happens when the perception of being threatened pushes someone to develop habits and mechanisms to protect themselves. Perfectionism, suppression of authenticity, negative vices, and the tendency to avoid difficult situations are all common defensive behaviors. Read on to discover the types of defensive behavior in the workplace.
What is the difference between the rich and the poor mentality? In what ways do the rich and the poor differ when it comes to handling money? Your thoughts and beliefs about money tend to fall into either a rich mindset (an attitude that moves you toward financial success) or a poor mindset (an attitude that moves you away from financial success). In this article, we’ll explore the difference between the rich and the poor mentality.