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The Art of Clear Thinking by Hasard Lee
Lessons in Decision Making from a Stealth Fighter Pilot
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The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.
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On Confidence - Alain De Botton and The School of Life
I listened to this one (via Spotify) after it was pushed to me in an advert. It's a
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Why Your Job Feels Pointless, And What To Do About It
David Graeber’s Bullshit Jobs explains how we got stuck pretending to work—and how to break free.
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Discriminations by AC Grayling
I read A.C. Graylings Discriminations as a companion book to Ash Sarkars - Minority Rules. I was looking for
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The Art of Living by Thich Nhat Hanh
An invitation to slow down, breathe, and return to what matters
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Stories of Ireland by Brian Friel
A recent holiday read that bought Ireland to life through a set of evocative short stories.
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Moral Ambition by Rutger Bregman
Moral Ambition acts as an alarm call for anyone stuck in a job that feels pointless. It challenges the reader to use their skills for something bigger than personal success.
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Minority Rule by Ash Sarkar
An urgent challenge to British liberalism and a manifesto for radical solidarity.
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Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Anne-Laure Le Cunff believes small changes lead to big results.
In Tiny Experiments, she shows how you can build better
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PING by Andrew Brodsky
Practical, research backed advice for anyone that wants to regain control of virtual communications, without harming their career.
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The Voices of Marrakesh by Elias Cannetti
Number 2 in my book list of 2025 is some reading to prepare me for a forthcoming trip to Marrakech. I've been before, and this collection of short stories bought me back to a place I enjoy.
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Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
Oliver Burkeman serves up 28 daily nuggets of life advice that steers clear of the usual faster & smarter productivity nonsense.
Coaching
Co-Active Coaching by Kimsey House et al
An excellent introduction to the Co-Active coaching model, a collaborative and holistic approach that emphasises partnership between coach and client.
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Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
I was looking to improve my negotiation skills, and my team at work recommended this great book from Chris Voss. I read it on my recent travels to India, and here are the notes I took along the way.
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The Invisible Doctrine by George Monbiot & Peter Hutchison
A useful examination of the rise of neoliberalism and its impact on global politics, economics and society.
Feedback
Radical Candor by Kim Scott
"Radical Candor" by Kim Scott teaches the art of improving work relationships through caring deeply while being candid. It offers practical advice for managers and employees to foster a culture of direct feedback, mutual respect, and personal growth.
Career
Consiglieri, Leading from the Shadows by Richard Hytner
In 'Consiglieri', Richard Hytner offers a new angle on what it means to be a leader.
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Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
In Slow Productivity, Newport argues that the key to achieving meaningful and fulfilling work is not through constant busyness, but
