10 books to help you become the best version of yourself in 2018

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

The publishing house "Mann, Ivanov and Ferber" has prepared for Lifehacker a list of books that will help him become stronger, higher, and bolder. In short, better.

“45 tattoos of the manager. Rules of the Russian leader ", Maxim Batyrev (Combat)

Why do people get tattoos? To immortalize the moment, express yourself and tell this world the most important thing that you don't need to say out loud. Maxim Batyrev, one of the most famous Russian managers, wrote a book about his experience, where he collected rules that will help everyone who builds their careers.

How to create a team, why time is more important than perfection, how to do more than is necessary - these are the "rakes" that the author stepped on and which you can avoid. And there are 45 of them in this incredible book.

“45 tattoos have been sold. Rules for those who sell and manage sales ", Maxim Batyrev (Combat)

New "tattoos" by Maxim Batyrev are dedicated to sales. It is they, the author believes, that can change a person and make him stronger.

Selling teaches you how to negotiate, present your product, advocate for your interests, and articulate your thoughts clearly. After this book, you will want to apply new "tricks" right there. Any business task will be subject to you.

"Number 1. How to become the best at what you do", Igor Mann

Do you want to be the best at what you do? To be first? Become number one? Ambition is not so bad, because it is they that motivate you to become professionals. This book is a plan for conquering the world: it contains checklists, tables and algorithms that will help you get from point A to point B.

It was written by Igor Mann, one of the best marketers in the country, speaker, publisher, author of ten books. He has brought his experience to the book, added some inspiring real stories, and shared tools that will make you better.

“Important years. Why you shouldn't put off life until later ", Mag J

What are the most important years? It turns out that one of the most fundamental decades is the period from 20 to 30 years. At this time, you are young, full of strength, beauty and inspiration. Therefore, you just need to take care of yourself: study, look for a vocation, get rid of bad habits, start strong relationships. This book should get to you in time to change your plans, thoughts and beliefs forever.

“The magic of the morning. How the first hour of the day determines your success ", Hal Elrod

Do you love the morning? Probably not very good. Then get ready for things to change now. Morning is the most magical, almost magical part of the day.

And this book is about how by changing your morning rituals, you can make your life completely different. Worry less. Rejoice more. Find your favorite business. Even getting more money! Don't believe me? Stop yawning, open the book and see.

Rice Storming and 21 More Ways to Think Outside the Box, Michael Mikalko

Thinking outside the box is a lot of work. It requires constant effort and "investment": exercise that will help you get your creative kick started.

This is why Michael Mikalko, a guru of creative techniques, wrote a book where he collected hundreds of effective puzzles and problems to develop lateral thinking. Read it and you will never be the same. A stream of brilliant ideas and inventions will change your world and make it brighter.

“Strategic games. An Affordable Textbook on Game Theory,”Avinash Dixit, Susan Skeet and David Reilly

This is not the first, but the fourth (!) Edition of the textbook on game theory. A relationship guide to help you understand what strategy games are and how to apply them in your life. What for? Because life is actions in which we constantly play with colleagues, bosses, business partners, family and friends. And the rules of the game are here in this book.

"Strength of will. How to Develop and Strengthen ", Kelly McGonigal

What would you say if you heard that you can master willpower by reading a book? Why, it can even be taught to students at Stanford! This book is proof.

It contains exercises, attitudes, advice that will help you become a strong-willed and purposeful person. You don't have to jump off a cliff or walk on a tightrope with your eyes closed. You just need to understand yourself, learn how to set deadlines, finish projects to the end and relax. Not a book, but a real teacher.

“Between must and want. Find your path and follow it ", El Luna

A book, the meaning of which can be conveyed in one phrase: do what you love - it will not deceive you.

We are often torn apart by contradictions. Choose a high-paying job or one that you like? To go to the voice of calling or to postpone dreams for later?

Designer El Luna's book encourages you to listen to yourself, admit if something is wrong in your life, and start fulfilling your desires. To act according to the principle "I want", not "must". And change your life forever. An incredibly inspiring reading and a delightfully beautiful book.

Jedi Techniques. How to raise your monkey, empty the inbox and save thought-fuel ", Maxim Dorofeev

It seems to us that we know how to work correctly. But why are we doing so little or are we terribly tired? Because we do not own Jedi techniques that help accelerate life to its fullest.

This book has everything about productivity and procrastination: the monkey, the law of the hamster, checklists and reasoning about brain overload. Read it if your to-do list is full. You will learn to concentrate, do a million things, not get tired. May the Force be with you!

The key to happiness is self-development. As you improve yourself, you grow, understand and see more, set high goals and achieve them. Learn to deal with fears and doubts. Live life to the fullest. So what are you waiting for? Choose a book and go!