Learn to Thrive
Measure What Matters by John Doerr
“The hairier the mission, the more important your OKRs.” – Jini Kim, Nuna CEO
What do Google, The Gates Foundation, and Bono (lead singer for U2) have in common?
They all use OKRs to change the world.
Watch (and read) my summary of Measure What Matters by John Doerr to learn what OKRs are and how you can use them to bring your biggest ideas to life.
Hooked by Nir Eyal
“79 percent of smartphone owners check their device within 15 minutes of waking up every morning.” – Nir Eyal
Are you easily distracted by your smartphone?
If so, the following video will help you understand why. In the video you’ll learn strategies to ‘unhook’ yourself from your phone so you can be less distracted and more productive.
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
“There’s one thing that is guaranteed to increase your feelings of control over your life: a bias toward action.” – Mel Robbins
How can you kill the habit of procrastination (and other unproductive habits) in five seconds?
Watch the following video to find out:
The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber
“If your business depends on you, you don’t own a business—you have a job. And it’s the worst job in the world…” – Michael Gerber
How can you prevent your business (or future business) from turning into the worst job in the world?
Watch the following book summary video to find out:
Zero to One by Peter Thiel
“The best entrepreneurs know this: every great business is built around a secret that’s hidden from the outside.” – Peter Thiel
Building a business is hard, but if you do it right you might just change the world…
Watch the following video to learn the 3 secrets to building a business and building a better future.
Barking Up the Wrong Tree by Eric Barker
“We all know the good life means more than money…but none of us is exactly sure what those other things are or how to get them.” – Eric Barker
There are four subjective measurements of success.
Watch the following video to learn about these four areas of success and what you can do to increase your odds of feeling successful each day.
Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
“In America, two-thirds of workers are unhappy with their jobs. And 15 percent actually hate their work.” – Designing Your Life
How can you be one of the rare few who is happy with your career?
Watch my latest book summary video to find out.
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
“Negotiation is not an act of battle; it’s a process of discovery.” – Chris Voss
What can the lead hostage negotiator for the F.B.I. teach you about business negotiations?
Watch the following video to find out.