Good Arguments (2022) is one part memoir, one part guide to the art of speaking. It introduces us to the thrilling and eccentric subculture of competitive debate and distills its secrets into timeless principles for effective communication. If we can only learn to disagree better, it argues, we can improve our relationships and revitalize our …
Behavioral psychologists have come up with various models to classify human personality types. At their best, psychometric tests can help team members understand and appreciate each other better. At their worst, these personality assessments lead to baseless generalizations and, if applied incorrectly, limit opportunities unfairly. In the workplace, the Myers-Briggs model is the most widely …
Split the Pie (2022) reveals a new approach to how everyone should be negotiating. While negotiations often bring out the worst in people, it doesn’t have to be this way. By employing the “pie” approach, you can enter into any negotiation with the confidence that you’ll end up with your fair share.
In the following book summary, you’ll learn the SECRET to writing well. “Clear thinking becomes clear writing; one can’t exist without the other.” – William Zinsser
Proust and the Squid (2007) tells the fascinating story of how the human brain learned to read. From the invention of the first writing systems to our brain’s amazing capacity to rearrange itself, reading expert Maryanna Wolf explains how the incredible skill of reading developed over the course of human history. That is, how it …
In the following book summary of Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organise Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential, you’ll learn what a second brain is and how to build one that serves you well. “Think of yourself not just as a taker of notes, but as a giver of notes—you …
Affirmations help overcome negative thoughts that hinder success, growth, and happiness. Not only do daily affirmations boost our confidence, but it’s also necessary to achieve greatness. Daily positive affirmations rid the mind of any clutter influenced by external chaos. It can change negative thought patterns into positive ones. Affirmations work similarly to the law of …
Teaching English abroad gives you a great opportunity to travel the world, experience other cultures, and learn new languages. What many people don’t realize is that rather than needing to gain your qualification before you go, you can actually get certified while living and teaching abroad! This allows you to earn an income from teaching …
The Art of Insubordination (2022) is a research-based, science-backed, anecdote-packed ode to all the rebels and revolutionaries out there. It highlights the importance of dissent in society and teaches aspiring nonconformists the skills they need to confidently challenge majority viewpoints, manage discomfort when rebelling, and avoid losing hold of their most cherished values in the …
If you are on a short visit to a country where most people don’t speak English, you could get by if you know a couple of words. Some of the common words you may want to learn first include how to say hi or thank someone for something. However, if you intend to stay longer, …
