Some of the books i've read
(and maybe recommend...)
The Truths We Hold: An American Journey
by Kamala Harris
My takeaway: In The Truths We Hold, Kamala Harris showcases her relentless commitment to justice and challenging the status quo with an inspiring, hands-on approach. Her drive to push for change within a system resistant to reform highlights her perseverance. The book is great overall, but it would have been even more impactful if she had reflected on areas where things didn’t work out, offering a more balanced view of her journey in navigating the complexities of government, as we know it.
Ambition Monster: A Memoir
by Jennifer Romolini
My takeaway: This book explores the costs of climbing the corporate ladder, especially rapid ascent, and how trauma often fuels workaholism. It goes further to highlight the danger of chasing external validation and the toxicity of overwork. Of course, ambition itself isn’t all bad- it can be meaningful when channeled intentionally and with purpose. There’s a need for balance, reflection, and mindful direction in ambition.
Blink: The power of thinking without thinking
by Malcom Gladwell
My takeaway: Coming soon
How Big Things Get Done
by Bent Flyvbjerg
My takeaway: The book underscores that successful projects require careful planning and patience. Psychological factors and power dynamics shape all projects. Embracing "think slow, act fast," questioning project goals, and prioritizing modularity and iteration lead to better outcomes. By applying these principles, projects can be more effective and less prone to failure.
Elon Musk
by Walter Isaacson
My takeaway: Coming soon
On The Road Less Traveled
by Ed Hajim
My takeaway: Ed Hajim's book shows that while skill is necessary, luck is essential. A bend in the road isn't the end—it's just part of the journey. By asking yourself the right questions about what truly drives you, you can take risks and follow your passion with confidence.
Invisible Women
by Caroline Criado Perez
My takeaway: Coming soon
Descartes' Error: Emotion, Reason and The Human Brain
by Antonio Damasio
My takeaway: Coming soon
Extremely Hardcore: Inside Elon Musk's Twitter
by Zoë Schiffer
My takeaway: Coming soon
Only The Paranoid Survive
by Andrew Grove
My takeaway: Coming soon
Rational Optimist
by Matt Ridley
My takeaway: Coming soon
Losing My Virginity
by Richard Branson
My takeaway: Coming soon
Grinding It Out
by Ray Kroc
My takeaway: Coming soon
Think Like a Monk
by Jay Shetty
My takeaway: Coming soon
Hatching Twitter
by Nick Bilton
My takeaway: Coming soon
Greenlights
by Matthew McConaughey
My takeaway: Coming soon
Shoe Dog
by Phil Knight
My takeaway: Coming soon
Zero to One
by Peter Thiel
My takeaway: Coming soon
Built to Last
by Jim Collins
My takeaway: Coming soon
Elon Musk
by Ashlee Vance
My takeaway: Coming soon
Iacocca
by Lee Iacocca
My takeaway: Coming soon
No Rules Rules
by Reed Hastings
My takeaway: Coming soon
Black Box Thinking
by Matthew Syed
My takeaway: Coming soon
Creativity Inc.
by Ed Catmull
My takeaway: Coming soon
Good to Great
by Jim Collins
My takeaway: Coming soon
Sam Walton: Made In America
by Sam Walton
My takeaway: Coming soon
What It Takes
by Stephen A. Schwarzman
My takeaway: Coming soon
My Life in Full
by Indra Nooyi
My takeaway: Coming soon
Putting the Rabbit in the Hat
by Brian Cox
My takeaway: Coming soon
No Filter
by Sarah Frier
My takeaway: Coming soon
Onward
by Howard Schultz
My takeaway: Coming soon
My Life and Work
by Henry Ford
My takeaway: Coming soon
The Lego Story
by Jens Andersen
My takeaway: Coming soon