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Books
These are 4 books that offer valuable insights and practical wisdom on leadership, success, and innovation, providing readers with actionable strategies for personal and professional growth.
Legacy
This book explores the leadership principles of the All Blacks, New Zealand’s national rugby team, revealing insights on culture, teamwork, and performance excellence.
Takeaways:
- Cultivate a culture of accountability, humility, and continuous improvement within teams and organisations.
- Embrace a growth mindset and commitment to excellence in pursuit of success
- Lead with empathy, respect, and inclusivity to foster strong, cohesive teams and drive sustainable success
Grit: Why passion and resilience are the secrets to success
by Angela Duckworth (click to purchase)
This book explores the concept of grit, or the combination of passion and perseverance, as a key indicator of success in various fields, from academics to sports to business.
Takeaways:
- Cultivate passion and purpose by identifying interests and goals that align with your values and strengths
- Develop perseverance and resilience by setting long-term goals and persisting in the face of obstacles and setbacks
- Harness the power of grit to achieve excellence and fulfillment in your personal and professional endeavors
Rebel Ideas
by Matthew Syed (click to purchase)
This book explores the power of diversity, challenge, and cognitive diversity in driving innovation and problem-solving, challenging conventional thinking and promoting inclusive decision-making.
Takeaways:
- Embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds to drive innovation and creativity
- foster a culture of constructive challenge and intellectual humility to challenge assumptions and promote effective decision-making
- Recognise the value of cognitive diversity in solving complex problems and driving organisational success
Think and grow Rich
by Napoleon Hill (click to purchase)
This book shares some timeless principles for achieving success and wealth, supported by interviews with successful individuals and his own observations of human behaviour.
Takeaways:
- Set clear goals and develop a desire to achieve them
- Cultivate a positive mental attitude and belief in your ability to succeed
- Take consistent action and persist in the face of setbacks and obstacles to achieve your goals
Podcasts
These are 4 podcasts that offer valuable insights, inspiration, and practical advice for personal development, productivity, and well-being.
High Performance
This podcast explore strategies for achieving high performance in various aspects of life, including productivity, mindset, and personal development. Interviews some super interesting guests
Takeaways:
- Learn strategies for optimising productivity and performance in work and life
- Cultivate a growth mindset and habits that support high performance
- Prioritize well-being and balance while pursuing ambitious goals and aspiration
The Tim Ferriss Show
This podcasts has interviews with world-class performers across various fields, extracting their strategies and routines.
Takeaways:
- Learn from the habits and routines of top performers in business, sports, entertainment, and other.
- Explore diverse perspectives and strategies for personal and professional growth
- Implement actionable insights and experiments from guests to optimise performance and well-being
The Mindset Mentor
This podcast shares insights and strategies for cultivating a positive mindset, overcoming obstacles, and achieving personal and professional success.
Takeaways:
- Cultivate a positive mindset and perspective to overcome challenges and achieve goals.
- Learn practical strategies for personal growth, resilience, and well-being
- Implement mindset shifts and habits to unlock your full potential and live a more fulfilling life
TED - How to be a better human
This TED podcast offers practical advice and insights for personal growth and self-improvement, featuring experts and thought leaders sharing actionable tips for living a better life.
Takeaways:
- Discover actionable tips and strategies for personal growth and self-improvement
- Explore topics such as happiness, resilience, relationships, and mindfulness
- Implement practical advice from experts to enhance well-being and live a more fulfilling life
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Kindle Unlimited
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- • Thousands of books with audible narration
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- • After the 30-day free trial, the monthly subscription fee is £9.49 and members have the option to cancel their subscription any time.
Audible
Audible is a membership service that gives customers access to the world’s largest selection of audiobooks, as well as podcasts, exclusive originals and more. Download the free Audible app to start listening on your iOS or Android device. You can also listen on any Alexa-enabled device, compatible Fire tablets, Kindle, Sonos devices and more.
An Audible trial offers a great way for a new customer to try audiobooks and make the most of every moment.
With their trial, a customers will receive:
- • One free audiobook of their choice – theirs to keep, even if they cancel. Prime customers receive two audiobooks in their trial.
- • The ability to choose from an incredible selection of audiobooks including best sellers, new releases, sci-fi, romances, mysteries, classics and more.
- • Unlimited listening to the Plus Catalogue – thousands of Audible Originals, podcasts and select audiobooks.
- • After 30 days, they will receive 1 book each month and continue to have unlimited access to the Plus Catalogue for just £7.99/month (renews automatically).
Cancel easily anytime.
TV Shows
These are 4 impactful documentaries that offer diverse perspectives and insights on pressing issues facing society today, make you reflect on values, behaviors, and the world around us.
"Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things"
This documentary explores the growing minimalist movement, following minimalist advocates Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus as they share their journey to simplify their lives and focus on what truly matters.
Takeaway:
- Reflect on the benefits of living with less and embracing minimalism as a path to greater freedom, fulfillment, and meaning in life.
"Dirty Money"
This documentary series delves into the world of corporate greed, corruption, and financial fraud, exposing the dark side of capitalism and the impact of unethical business practices on society.
Takeaway:
- Examine the consequences of corporate misconduct and financial fraud on individuals, communities, and the economy, highlighting the importance of ethical leadership, transparency, and accountability in business and finance.
"The Social Dilemma"
This documentary examines the impact of social media and technology on society, revealing the ways in which platforms manipulate user behavior and contribute to polarization, misinformation, and addiction.
Takeaway:
- Reflect on the ethical implications of social media and technology on privacy, democracy, and mental health. – Learn about the algorithms and business models driving social media platforms and their effects on society and individual well-being.
"Rising Phoenix"
“Rising Phoenix” tells the extraordinary story of the Paralympic Games, celebrating the achievements and resilience of Paralympic athletes as they overcome adversity and inspire the world with their feats of athleticism.
Takeaway:
- Gain insights into the history and impact of the Paralympic Games as a platform for inclusion, empowerment, and social change. – Celebrate the resilience, determination, and extraordinary achievements of Paralympic athletes as they defy expectations and challenge perceptions of disability