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93: Nudge by Richard Thaler – Bookworm
Whether it's deciding what to eat for dinner or which investments to pick for our 401k, we humans have a track record of making poor choices. But is it really...
92: The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll – Bookworm
Can pen & paper really cut it as a task manager in today's fast-paced world? Today's author makes a compelling argument that it can. Join Joe & Mike as they...
91: The Antidote by Oliver Burkeman – Bookworm
If you find yourself repulsed by the blatant optimism espoused by most self-help gurus, then today's book may just be a breath of fresh air for you. Join Joe &...
90: Good to Great by Jim Collins – Bookworm
What makes a successful business tick? Today's author shares the results from a five-year study that "fly in the face of our modern business culture and will, quite frankly, upset...
89: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig – Bookworm
Today's author takes us on a 17-day motorcycle ride from Minnesota to California. Join Joe and Mike on their journey to discover quality, truth, and what it means to get...
88: It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work – Bookworm
Long hours, an excessive workload, and a lack of sleep have become a badge of honor for modern professionals. But the authors of today's book argue that it's actually a...
Author’s Corner: Nir Eyal – Bookworm
Nir Eyal joins us for our first author's corner episode to talk about his book Indistractable, turning values into time, and building better relationships. Links Support the Show Nir's blog...
87: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman – Bookworm
What causes us to act the way we do? Today's book offers a comprehensive look into the depths of behavioral science. Join Joe & Mike as they examine their own...
86: The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker – Bookworm
Today's author argues that the lackluster and unproductive gatherings in our lives don't have to be that way. Join Joe & Mike as they consider how to bring a more...
85: Making It All Work by David Allen – Bookworm
In today's episode, Joe & Mike revisit the topic of Getting Things Done (GTD). Join them as they take a closer look at the mother of all productivity systems and...
84: Indistractable by Nir Eyal – Bookworm
In a world of distraction, focus is a superpower. In today's book, Joe and Mike look at how to channel their attention in a quest to become indistractable. Links Support...
83: The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek – Bookworm
How do we win a game that has no end? In today's book, author Simon Sinek explains how an infinite mindset helps overcome the letdown that typically comes shortly after...
82: Margin by Richard Swenson – Bookworm
Do you ever feel overhwelmed? Today's book by Dr. Richard Swenson has the prescription for anyone who yearns for relief from the pressures of overload. Join Joe & Mike as...
81: You Are Awesome by Neil Pasricha – Bookworm
Bad things happen, but they don't have to keep you realizing your dreams. Today's author shares 9 secrets from his own experience of overcoming negative circumstances by changing his perspective....
80: Principles by Ray Dalio – Bookworm
What does radical truth and radical transparency have to do with personal and professional success? Everything, argues today's author. Join Joe & Mike as they dive deep on the systems...
79: SuperBetter by Jane McGonigal – Bookworm
Reality is broken. In today's book, author Jane McGonigal attempts a fix by applying a gameful approach to personal growth. Join Mike & Joe as they examine the idea that...
78: Ultralearning by Scott Young – Bookworm
Lifelong learning is a noble goal - but is ultralearning really the best approach? Today's book aims to help you achieve your goals faster, future-proof your career, and maximize your...
77: Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull – Bookworm
Pixar has inspired the creative world for over 20 years with iconic films like Toy Story, The Incredibles, and WALL-E, just to name a few. Today’s book gives us an...
76: Range by David Epstein – Bookworm
We've all heard stories of famous people who knew what they were born to do from a young age. But should we really be trying to follow in their narrow-focused...
75: Getting Results the Agile Way by J.D. Meier – Bookworm
Lots of books teach systems to help you achieve more, but the problem is that they are usually very strict and rigid. Today's book promises to deliver a simple system...
74: The Second Mountain by David Brooks – Bookworm
In today's book, Joe and Mike embark on a journey from self-centered individualism to others-centered relationalism in pursuit of discovering just what exactly a life worth living looks like. Join...
73: The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss – Bookworm
Today's book promises to help you escape the 9-5, live anywhere, and join the new rich. But is it really that simple? Join Joe & Mike as they examine what...
72: Make Time by Jake Knapp & John Zeratsky – Bookworm
True productivity is not about crushing your to-do list or optimizing every hour - it's about intentionalliy focusing on what really matters. Join Joe & Mike as they rethink their...
71: Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott – Bookworm
For many writers, few things are as intimidating as staring at a blank page - but it doesn't have to be this way. If you're looking for some solid writing...
70: Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt – Bookworm
A system to help you achieve more *and* do less? It may sound too good to be true, but that's exactly what today's book promises to deliver. Join Joe &...
69: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman – Bookworm
It can be difficult to measure, but the topic of emotional intelligence is a worthwhile study for anyone with a desire to reach their full potential. In today's episode, Joe...
68: How to Take Smart Notes by Sönke Ahrens – Bookworm
It's been said that for a writer, nothing is as intimidating as a blank page. But the author of today's book says that doesn't have to be the case. Join...
67: Quiet by Susan Cain – Bookworm
The rise of the Extroverted Ideal has led to a world that can't stop talking. But where does that leave you if you find groups exhausting or prefer to work...
66: Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin – Bookworm
We can't control everything that happens to us, but how might our lives look different if we assumed ownership for them anyway? That's the topic Joe & Mike examine in...
65: Drunk Tank Pink by Adam Alter – Bookworm
Our environment shapes our thoughts and actions in myriad ways, without our permission or even our knowledge. In today's episode, Joe & Mike discover the subtle but substantial ways in...
