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Laptop in the library.

we believe in staying curious

We are lifelong learners. Stay curious. You'll be better for it.

Non-fiction, self-improvement books often encourage introspection, helping you make more informed decisions, set meaningful goals, and align your actions with your purpose. 


Here are some other reasons we love a great library: 

  • Helps to Foster a Growth Mindset - making you more resilient and open to new opportunities 
  • Provide Practical Tools & Strategies - you can immediately apply what you learn to improve your productivity, relationships, or mindset.
  • Inspire Positive Change - Inspiration can fuel the discipline needed to create long-lasting habits or achieve ambitious goals.
  • They Improve Emotional Intelligence - Emotional intelligence is crucial for both personal happiness and professional success.
  • Enhance Critical Thinking - Better decision-making leads to better outcomes in all areas of life.
  • Build Confidence - Key to taking risks, pursuing opportunities, and navigating challenges.

Got a great read to share?

Let us know what it's about and why you love it. We're happy to share and we'll credit you with the comments. 


We're also building out a list of great podcasts, so send your recommendations in. We look forward to hearing from you. 

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Books We Love

Feminine inspired leadership

Feminine inspired leadership

Feminine inspired leadership

Why We Love It: Written by a friend of ours, this book is filled with a lifetime of real-world experience and interactive tools.

Key Takeaway: A guide to help women in leadership grow and lead with authenticity and overcome barriers.

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The E-Myth Revisited

Feminine inspired leadership

Feminine inspired leadership

Cover of the book, E-Myth Revisited.

Why We Love It: This book tackles the challenges of running a small business, emphasizing the importance of working on your business, not just in it. A classic read.

Takeaway: Systems and processes are critical for sustainable business growth.

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Building a Story Brand

Feminine inspired leadership

Building a Story Brand

Cover of the book Building a Story Brand.

Why We Love It: This framework helps clarify your message and make it customer-focused, leading to better engagement and stronger brands.

Takeaway: Position your customer as the hero and your brand as their guide.

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The Go-Giver

go-givers sell more

Building a Story Brand

Cover of the Book, the Go-Giver.

 Why We Love It: This book focuses on the power of generosity, relationships, and adding value. 

Takeaway: Shifting focus from "getting" to "giving" builds trust, fosters relationships, and drives success.

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go-givers sell more

go-givers sell more

go-givers sell more

 Why We Love It:  This book flips traditional sales thinking on its head: when you genuinely help others win, sales become a natural outcome. 

Takeaway: It reframes creating value, not convincing, and being authentic.

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Sales Bible

go-givers sell more

go-givers sell more

Cover of the book "Jeffrey Gitomer's Sales Bible"

 Why We Love It: No-nonsense, practical guide for anyone in sales. It’s packed with strategies, scripts, and insights that work in real-world scenarios. 

Takeaway: Building relationships and trust is at the heart of successful selling.

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Untamed

how to win friends & influence people

Start With Why

Cover of the book Untamed by Glennon Doyle.

 Why We Love It: A personal and empowering book challenges societal expectations, encouraging readers to embrace their true selves. 

Key Takeaway: Listening to your inner voice is the key to personal fulfillment.

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Start With Why

how to win friends & influence people

Start With Why

Cover of the book Start With Why.

 Why We Love It: Sinek explores how leaders and companies can inspire action by focusing on their "why" rather than just "what" they do.

Takeaway: People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it. 

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how to win friends & influence people

how to win friends & influence people

how to win friends & influence people

 Why We Love It:  The OG of leadership books - it’s simple, practical, and still wildly relevant - a guide to human behavior and how to influence others through genuine respect. 

Takeaway: Influence grows through empathy, curiosity and respect.

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Other Classics Worth a Read

Woman reading a book in the library.

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Why We Love It: Covey’s principles-based approach to productivity, leadership, and personal development is timeless and universally applicable.

Takeaway: Habits like prioritizing what matters most and thinking win-win can create lasting success. GET THE BOOK

Atomic Habits

 Why We Love It: Shows how small, consistent changes lead to remarkable results - a concept that applies perfectly to personal productivity and organizational growth.

Takeaway: Incremental progress leads to exponential growth in both life and business. GET THE BOOK

Dare to Lead

Why We Love It: Brené Brown focuses on the power of vulnerability and courageous leadership, blending emotional intelligence with practical strategies.

Takeaway: Strong leaders are not afraid to be vulnerable, as it fosters trust and innovation. GET THE BOOK

Think and Grow Rich

Why We Love It: A classic that remains relevant, this book teaches mindset principles for achieving success, based on interviews with some of history’s greatest entrepreneurs.

Takeaway: Success begins with a strong vision, persistence, and belief in oneself. GET THE BOOK

Have other great reads?

Let us know if you have some favs we should read and include here! 


 *Disclosure notice - Jennifer is an Amazon Associate and may earn a small commission for product recommendations.  

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