Our review of : Rising Strong

In Extreme Ownership, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin share hard-hitting lessons learned as SEAL Team Leaders in Iraq about leadership, decision making, and problem solving. The book is a must read for anyone in a position of leadership or those looking to lead effectively. For who is this book for ? This book is for [...]

The Dichotomy of Leadership is a book by Jocko Willink that explores the challenges of extreme ownership and how to lead and win. Through examples from his own experiences in the military and business, Willink provides readers with insights on how to cultivate discipline, accountability, and focus in order to achieve success. For who is [...]

Grit is a book about the power of passion and perseverance. Angela Duckworth, author and professor at the University of Pennsylvania, has been researching this topic for over a decade. She discusses why some people are able to achieve great things while others fall short, despite being equally talented or intelligent. Duckworth’s findings reveal that [...]

In “Good to Great,” Collins and his team of researchers studied the history of all public companies in America over a period of forty years to find out what separates the good businesses from the great ones. They identified eleven factors that contributed to turning a good company into a great one, and they offer [...]

The Total Money Makeover is a guide to improving your financial wellbeing. It offers a step-by-step plan for getting your finances in order, and provides advice on how to save money, invest wisely and live within your means. The book also includes case studies of people who have successfully completed the program. For who is [...]

Thinking, Fast and Slow is a book by Daniel Kahneman that examines the psychology of decision-making. The book presents two systems of thought: System 1, which is fast, instinctive, and emotional; and System 2, which is slower, more deliberative, and logical. Kahneman discusses how each system can lead to different outcomes in business and personal [...]

In “Bad Blood,” John Carreyrou tells the story of Elizabeth Holmes and her company, Theranos. Holmes was once considered a genius and one of the most promising young entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley. However, her career came crashing down after it was revealed that her company’s blood-testing technology was actually fraudulent. This book offers an inside [...]

“Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future” is a book by Peter Thiel that discusses startups and how they can be successful. The book covers topics such as how to find good ideas for new businesses, what makes a great startup founder, and how to scale companies up successfully. For [...]

Leaders Eat Last is a must-read for business leaders and managers who want to learn how to create cohesive and productive teams. Authored by Simon Sinek, the book draws on scientific research and real-world examples to argue that successful teams are those where all members feel like they’re part of something larger than themselves. Leaders [...]

Ray Dalio is the founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s largest and most successful hedge funds. Principles is his detailed exposition on how he manages money and people. Drawing both from his extraordinary experience in business and from extensive theoretical reading, Dalio lays out the principles that have guided him over the course [...]

This groundbreaking book dispels popular myths about the rich and shows how ordinary people can achieve wealth by adhering to simple financial principles. Using survey data from a large sample of millionaires, Thomas Stanley reveals who America’s wealthy really are-and how they got there. He also explains why most people don’t become millionaires and offers [...]

In Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell takes a close look at success and how it is often achieved. He examines the factors that contribute to exceptional ability and offers insights into what makes an outlier flourish. Drawing on research in psychology, sociology, and business history, Gladwell shows that there are specific patterns of behavior and practice behind [...]