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Free Audiobook summary of the book Crush It! by Gary Vaynerchuk. Good ol’ Gary, in his remarkable, in-your-face style, provides a blueprint of success.   Success Is In Your DNA ● Your DNA dictates what you were born to do. Follow your passion, and don’t listen to what society has to say about success. ● There is enough success out there and if you want it badly enough, you will get it. ● When buil...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Content Inc. by Joe Pulizzi. This book is a delightful blend of inspiration and advice that businesses can follow to create an actionable content business model. It describes a six-step model you can use to do your marketing long before you need it, without even having a product, or spending a lot of money, so your entrepreneurial venture will be guaranteed succe...

Free Audiobook summary of the book To Sell Is Human by Daniel H. Pink. To Sell Is Human shows you that selling is part of your life, no matter what you do, and what a successful salesperson looks like in the 21st century, with practical ideas to help you convince others in a more honest, natural and sustainable way.   You Are In Sales Already 40% of your time at work is spent in non-sales selling,...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Practice: Shipping Creative Work by Seth Godin. Creativity By Choice: How It Happens Creativity Can Be Learned Creativity is not a natural talent or innate gift. Creativity, on the other hand, is a skill and a choice that can be learned and expanded. The key to becoming more creative is to develop the habit of constantly shipping or sharing your creative outp...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Practice of Groundedness by Brad Stulberg. Being rooted is the key. The Six Principles Of Groundedness Many people place too much emphasis on external achievements and see themselves as solitary individuals who must deal with their own problems. The six principles of groundedness to practice for a more balanced attitude to life are accepting your current real...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Mental Toughness Handbook by Damon Zahariades. Many people don’t cultivate mental toughness, however, because it requires patience and work. This is a revelation of a book which teaches how to handle life’s challenges, manage negative emotions, and overcome adversity with courage and poise. The head-exploding moment: The mind does not differentiate between re...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Imposter Cure by Jessamy Hibberd. Understanding why we feel as if we are not worthy of our job or title. The Imposter Phenomenon Imposter syndrome was first described in 1978 by two clinical psychologists. They coined the term "imposter syndrome," which describes a condition in which people believe they are unworthy of success and have a persistent belief in...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Good Life Method by Meghan Sullivan and Paul Blaschko. This is a philosophical book on ethics and goodness. The Cause And Effect Of Goodness Cultivating good intentions leads to moral progress, and moral progress leads to human flourishing. Sometimes we make terrible decisions that, thankfully, do not end in disaster. Sometimes we attempt heroic, loving, or g...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgenson. This book is for rereading. Every new read of this book gives you fresh ideas and opens up your mind. Money vs Wealth ● Money is not going to solve all of your problems, but it’s going to solve all of your money problems. ● Money is how we transfer wealth. Money is social credit. It is the ability to have credits...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi, and Tahl Raz. Success in any field, but especially in business, is about working with people, not against them. Becoming A Good Networker ● Generosity and loyalty are the cornerstones of good networking. ● You must establish your network long before you need it. ● It is the quality of the time spent, not the quantity of time spe...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Mindsight by Daniel J. Siegel. Mindsight is a repackaging of awareness and meditation, what they now call mindfulness! It is worth reading though. Mindsight: The Definition Mindsight is the ability to reflect on the relationship that exists between your body and mind, combining emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and stoicism. When done correctly, it can assi...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Factfulness by Hans Rosling. “Step-by-step, year-by-year, the world is improving. Not on every single measure every single year, but as a rule. Though the world faces huge challenges, we have made tremendous progress. This is the fact-based worldview.” HANS ROSLING The Gap Instinct This is the irresistible urge we have to categorise everything into two distinct a...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. Our bodies can run forever. But Science won't tell you that. You don't stop running because you get old, you get old because you stop running. CHRISTOPHER MCDOUGALL Our Bodies Are Highly Flexible Some people take pleasure in marathons. We frequently find ourselves surprised by their great ease in running long distances. We st...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek. Determining a company’s WHY is crucial, but only the beginning. The next step is how do you get people on board with your WHY? How do you inspire deep trust and commitment to the company and one another? Lets find out. How to Lead Efficiently leading an organization is something that many people struggle with these days. While the...

Free Audiobook summary of the book TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking by Chris Anderson. Public speaking 101 Convey One Big Idea Don't make the mistake of attempting to cover everything in a single talk. Instead, convey a single big idea that draws on your personal experience. A big idea can take an audience on a journey that changes their perspective on the world. You should be...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Zen: The Art of Simple Living by Shunmyo Masuno. A comprehensive look at the essence of eastern philosophy. The World Dominated By Large Corporations Consumption is a defining feature of the Western world. The information age has arrived, and everything is readily available. Companies employ large teams to create advertisements that force us to accumulate. Their...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer. Our time is our life and our attention is the doorway to our hearts. Dive into this beautiful book about faith, minimalism and slowing down. Slow Down! The Three Takeaways ● Every day, you must make time for the kind of silence and solitude that brings peace. ● Taking a day off each week for rest isn't such a...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Find Your Happy at Work by Beverly E. Jones. Feeling stuck in a rut at work? According to executive coach Beverly Jones, even if you don’t love what you do, you can find meaning and happiness in your career Feeling Happy At Your Job More than half of American workers feel stuck in their current jobs or are too agitated and upset by them. This contrasts sharply wi...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz. “Hard Things” gives an insider’s perspective on what it’s like to lead and scale a startup. First Hand Knowledge Knowledge cannot be rushed, especially information derived from firsthand experience. It can be worse than knowing nothing at all to rely on shortcuts and conventional wisdom. Be able to distinguish rea...

Free Audiobook summary of the book The Art of People by Dave Kerpen. Life is short. The less time we waste on the weather, the better! When Meeting A New Person Consider some of the following inquiries in place of the typical "what do you do for a living" or "where do you reside" queries: ● In your professional life, what do you think is the most exciting thing? ● In your personal life, what is ex...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Rationality by Steven Pinker. Biases distort our cognitive system and prevent us from making rational decisions. The myth that we are reasonable creatures stems from the incorrect assumption that our brains are, by default, instruments of logic. Through analyzing the most common cognitive fallacies, we’re taken on a journey through the mechanics of the mind towar...

Free Audiobook summary of the book How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price. We might not realize it, but each time we compulsively check our phones, we’re programming ourselves to develop a technology addiction, one that can start innocently and derail our life in the long run. Let's get rid of this! The Reason To Break Up Even if we are fully aware of the risks associated with certain...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Micromessaging: Why Great Leadership is Beyond Words by Stephen Young. The stuff we say without saying. Setting The Stage We've all had conversations with people who somehow managed to convey the message, "The sooner I get away from you, the happier I will be," without so much as moving an eyelash or a facial muscle. On the other hand, an admiring gesture isn't n...

Free Audiobook summary of the book Living Beyond “What If?” by Shirley Davis. This book is a comprehensive how-to guide for achieving your goals. It provides a step-by-step plan for conquering your anxieties and succeeding. Visualize Your Dreams The power of the human mind is amazing. It remains active and unrestrained in children and follows us throughout our lives. Even if we utilise it in less...

Free Audiobook summary of the book It's the Manager by Jim Clifton and Jim Harter. A must-read for leaders, CEOs and Founders. What Makes A Difference In An Organization The manager determines 70% of the variance in team engagement. You have delivered on the new global will when you have great managers who can maximise the potential of every team member. Not Just A Job Millennials and Generation Z...