15 Things I Learned in My First Year of Writing
Last year I set a goal to write one article per month. While that doesn’t sound like much, it was a daunting goal for someone who had never written an article before. Sure, I had written dozens of book reviews, but there is something uniquely horrifying about birthing your own ideas into the world…
Read MoreBook Review: “Shift Ahead”
Shift Ahead contains more practical case studies than any book I’ve ever read. Learn from Domino’s, Xerox, Kodak, and dozens of other companies.
Read More3-Sentence Takeaways from My Favorite Books of 2018
These are my favorite ten books from what I read in 2018, including a three-sentence summary, top takeaways, and a favorite quote from each.
Read MoreWhy We All Need to Get Off Our Damn Phones
We are hopelessly addicted to the empty rushes of approval offered by our phones. I’m addicted too. Here’s what we can do about it.
Read MoreBook Review: “Farsighted”
Farsighted book review: Steven Johnson draws upon history, science, psychology, business, and classic lit in this book about decision-making.
Read More2018 Year in Review
2018 Stats
# of Books Read: 75 (See full book list here)
# of Pages Read: 21,832
# of Re-Reads: 6
Genre Read The Most: Business/Leadership
1. Best Book You Read in 2018?
Nonfiction: Deep Work by Cal Newport
This book changed the way I approach my work. I’ve always believed in the power of focus and prioritization, but I often failed to live those values…
What You Can Learn from My 5 Biggest Leadership Mistakes
I’ve made my share of leadership mistakes that have taught me lessons I won’t forget. Here’s what you can learn from my mistakes.
Read MoreYes, You Do Have Time to Read (or Do Anything Else You Want to Do)
What are your passions? Does the time you spend on those activities reconcile with that passion? You have time for anything you want to do.
Read MoreBook Review: “Growth Hacker Marketing”
Growth Hacker Marketing book review: Ryan Holiday shares tips for how to acquire customers, sell books, and create viral content.
Read MoreBook Review: “Perennial Seller”
In his book Perennial Seller, Ryan Holiday has blended the perfect cocktail of motivation plus harsh reality.
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