Fall is around the corner. And before we know it, we will enter the last quarter of 2018. Also, it will be time to start setting up goals for 2019. In fact, towards the end of last year, most of us set goals for 2018; and maybe put a vision board together; I know I did. Furthermore, we went back and revised/updated our goals. And in the process, we removed those we’ve reached, updated/added others.
So, now that summer is almost behind us, we probably need one last push to finish up the year on a good note. As a matter of fact, it is hard to get back to business after a summer of wonderful weather and lots of fun; but we have to do it.
In this post, we are sharing 10 motivational books to read this Fall. They will help us take charge of our lives, and most importantly finish the year on a great note!
Please note that they are in no particular order.
So here we go!
Awaken The Giant Within By Tony Robbins
In this book, Tony Robbins shares his most effective strategies and techniques for: mastering our emotions, our body, our relationships, our finances, and our lives.
You Are A Badass By Jen Sincero
The 27 short chapters in this book are full of inspiring stories to help us identify and stop the self-sabotaging beliefs and behaviors that stop us from getting what we want, and create a life we love.
Grit – The Power Of Passion And Perseverance By Angela Duckworth
In this book, the author shows anyone striving to succeed that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent. It is a special blend of passion and persistence she refers to as “Grit”.
The Power Of Broke By Daymond John
In this book, the author talks about how starting a business on a limited budget can be an entrepreneur’s greatest competitive advantage.
As A Man Thinketh By James Allen
This book shows how each man holds the key to every condition, good or bad, that enters into his life. Additionally, it shows how by working patiently and intelligently upon his thoughts he can remake his life and transform his circumstances.
The 4-Hour Workweek By Timothy Ferriss
The author of this book shows the readers how to live more and work less.
Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff By Richard Carlson
In this book, the author shows us how to put challenges in perspective, reduce stress and anxiety through small daily changes, and find the path to achieving our goals. The book reveals how to think of our problems as potential “teachers”, do one thing at a time, share glory with others, and learn to trust our intuitions.
The 5-Second Rule By Mel Robbins
In this book, you will discover that it takes just five seconds to become confident, break the habit of procrastination and self-doubt, beat fear and uncertainty, stop worrying and feel happier, and share your ideas with courage.
Think And Grow Rich By Napoleon Hill
One of my all-time favorites, this book teaches you the secrets that could bring you a fortune. In fact, it not only shows you what to do but how to do it. Moreover, once you learn and apply the simple, basic techniques revealed in the book, you will have mastered the secret of true and lasting success.
Make Your Bed By William H. McRaven
This book is based on Admiral William H. McRaven’s May 17, 2014 commencement address to the University of Texas at Austin graduating class. It provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement. They inspire readers to achieve more, even in life’s darkest moments.
Any other books you would add to your reading list for the Fall ?
Until next time…
Huguette
In the vein of this list, one of my to-read books: “What I Told My Daughter: Lessons from Leaders on Raising the Next Generation of Empowered Women”. Though, the title alone has triggered my first critical reaction: books/stories/media/ideas that feature empowered women should be shared not only with young girls but also with young boys!
I totally agree with you, kimberly! And I will add “What I Told My Daughter” to my reading list. Thanks for sharing!
And my thanks to you: I picked up a book at the library this weekend (Infidel // Ayaan Hirsi Ali) and have started what will hopefully be a long-term streak back on the reading bandwagon.
I’m bringing the discussion we briefly started on LinkedIn over here, because that’s what the blog is for, right?! To recap for anyone else who might join the discussion: I noted the varied(/opposing?) goals of some of the titles on this list; while you acknowledge differences in their definitions of success, you also learned something from all of them. My response…
One of my greatest struggles with reading these days is a sense of being awash in options/pulled in multiple directions. Both in terms of what to read but also in terms of what goals to pursue (and hence what to read about). It’s difficult to pick up (and stay with) a book when I already have so many articles piling up each day! Do you have one (or a few) goal(s) that motivated you to start these books and united what you took away from them? If not, how do you choose your next book and make the practice of reading valuable?