Motivational Books from our Team
Sept 18, 2020
Those who live fulfilling, successful lives are not alone in their efforts. Behind every successful person either personally or professionally, is a support system. Whether this be a friend, family member, mentor or idol, any one person cannot make it to the top by themselves.
It takes the words and motivations from others who can see outside of our perspectives, and beyond our own roadblocks. We may not always have the exact motivation we need present right in front of us.
This requires us to go searching for it. Being open and receptive to new perspectives, knowledge and ideas is one of the best and smartest decisions one can make. Books and podcasts now-a-days are the most popular and effective ways to enjoyably gain the knowledge and motivation that you may need to take that next step in your career, or simply to better yourself.
"Stories of inspiration, kindness, hard work, overcoming impossible things, are what we need and crave to hear from time to time. We are always curious about what inspires everyone into their success."
Right from the very successful and thriving Talascend Team, we have the top book/podcast suggestions that have personally helped the team advance and learn in numerous ways.
Everybody, Always
A collection of stories and life lessons right from the over-achieving author, Bob Goff. Bob teaches us through his hilarious, unbelievable, and heartbreaking stories that the biggest gift you can give yourself and to others is to love and accept one another regardless of what life you stand in. Everybody, Always will most definitely inspire inner growth and appreciation that you can't help but carry with you, into both your professional and personal lives.
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
Recommended by Carlos is 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos. Jordan is an experienced psychologist who takes you through simple steps to improve yourself and 'get your house in order'. Her refreshing mix of humor and science keeps this read light-hearted, yet challenging and truthful. Called practical and profound, read and see how these steps can begin to transform you.
Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People
A personal favorite of Rebekah is Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People by Vanessa Van Edwards. Vanessa is an expert in human behavior who has spent years studying patterns to crack the code to successful human interaction.
“This is the first comprehensive, science-backed, real-life manual on human behavior and a completely new approach to building connections.”
The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery
A favorite from Jennifer is all about the Enneagram. The Enneagram is an ancient personality typing system that categorizes deeper-rooted motives to why we do what we do. While reading about yourself and others, this book makes suggestions as to how to better yourself, your success, and your relationships with others once you understand what truly makes us all so different.
Who Moved My Cheese?
Monique and Melissa suggest Who Moved My Cheese?, which uses a metaphor of characters navigating a maze to reach what fulfills them, 'cheese'. The cheese could be a job, relationship, or possession, but Dr. Spencer Johnson elaborates on how to thrive and find satisfaction when the cheese keeps moving.
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