BOOKS
“Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary.”
Jim Rohn
Now available on Amazon
Most of us will spend over 10,000 days of our lives working. Because we give so much time and energy to our careers, it begs the question… how can we make the most of it?
Cracking the Career Code unpacks the strategies that will help you navigate your career and make it both meaningful and successful.
live a life of purpose
Do you ever feel like you’re simply going through the motions? You know there’s more to life than the one you’re living, but you’re not sure how to get from where you are to where you want to be.
Don’t settle for a half-lived life when you can design and live a remarkable life of purpose and meaning.
A Life Worth Living will inspire you, challenge you, and most of all, help you find your purpose and dare to live the life you’ve imagined.
my recommended reading list
“The reading of good books is like a conversation with the finest minds of the past centuries.”
Rene Descartes
A great book has the power to make us think differently, feel deeply, and inspire us to action. The best books can change our lives. Below are some of those books.
life stories and lessons
Thirst is the story of Scott Harrison’s personal transformation, his journey to a purposeful life, and his mission through charity: water to bring clean water to every corner of the world. Scott’s story reminds us of the power of purpose.
by Scott Harrison
thirst
Unbroken is the incredible story of Louis Zamperini, a rambunctious kid, who ends up a prisoner of war during WWII, and ends up going to the Olympics. His story reminds us of the power of determination and resilience. It’s a powerful, perspective-lending book.
by Laura Hillenbrand
unbroken
man’s search for meaning
Man’s Search for Meaning is Frankl’s memoir chronicling his experiences at Auschwitz. It details how he came to believe that even in the most horrendous and painful circumstances, life can have purpose and meaning. Considered one of the top 10 most influential books in America.
by Viktor E. Frankl
tuesdays with morrie
When Mitch sees his old college professor on television he decides to pay him a visit. He’s shocked to see his once vibrant teacher frail as he battles ALS. As Mitch visits Morrie Schwartz over the final months of Morrie’s life, his professor shares with him the lessons he’s learned about life, purpose, and dying.
by Mitch Albom
Business Biographies
shoe dog
Shoe Dog tells the origin story of Nike. It’s a compelling account of the trials and tribulations Phil Knight experienced trying to bring his idea for an athletic shoe company to life.
by Phil Knight
In Losing My Virginity Branson shares the fascinating story of how he launched the Virgin brand, comprised of forty different companies. He shares lessons learned and the secrets of his success.
by Richard Branson
losing my virginity
personal finance
The Psychology of Money Housel approaches investing from a unique perspective. Rather than focusing on what you need to know about investing, he unpacks how people behave. Easy to read and insightful.
by Morgan Housel
The psychology of money
think and grow rich
Published in 1937, Think and Grow Rich is the result of Hill’s 20 years of interviews with the world’s most successful people. He shares 13 principles of riches necessary for anyone to create wealth.
by Napoleon Hill
Self-improvement
Atomic habits
Atomic Habits is a highly practical book that takes a potentially boring subject like habits and makes the content both compelling and powerful. A book you should read and reread every year so you have the tools you need to create the life you want.
by James Clear
How to Win friends and influence people
Published in 1936, How to Win Friends & Influence People is timeless classic. Carnegie lays out the fundamentals for working well with people. Over 85 years since it was published, it’s as relevant and useful as ever. A must read for anyone who wants to improve themselves.
by Dale Carnegie
Books about purpose and faith
love does
Bob Goff has so many amazing life experiences. Love Does is filled with real-life experiences from Bob’s life as he lives out his faith by loving the people around him. When love does, your days are filled with meaningful opportunities that makes faith simple and real.
by Bob Goff
hero on a mission
In Hero On a Mission, Donald Miller unpacks the principles that make a story meaningful and then applies those principles to help you live a better story with your life. Miller walks through a step-by-step approach to creating a meaningful life.
by Donald Miller
thought-provoking fiction
The Power of one
The Power of One is a beautiful and compelling book. The characters stay with you long after you are done reading. It’s a powerful coming of age story that addresses injustice, racial hatred, revenge, and hope. One of my favorite books ever. Read it.
by Bryce Courtenay
to kill a mockingbird
Harper Lee won the Pulizer Prize for Mockingbird. It’s an incredible view into life in the South. It’s a coming of age story of a young girl who deals with issues of injustice and honor, heroism and hatred. It’s captivating and heart-wrenching and so worth reading!
by Harper Lee