The World's Best Book Summaries
Is your workspace cluttered? Does it make you feel anxious and stressed? In their book Joy at Work, tidying expert Marie Kondo and organizational psychologist Scott Sonenshein reveal how decluttering your workspace can dramatically boost your productivity and happiness. By teaching you to keep only what “sparks joy,” they help you reclaim meaning and control. Continue reading for decluttering tips that can help you spark joy at work.
How can you remain relevant in a future of AI? What human capabilities can’t AI replicate? How can you use AI to your advantage rather than your detriment? As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms our world, many of us wonder how to remain relevant in an automated future. In Irreplaceable, Pascal Bornet tackles this question. He explains that as AI spreads, our success will lie in learning to work with it—by augmenting our distinctively human strengths with this powerful technology. Keep reading for an overview of Bornet’s book.
Are you drowning in a sea of workspace clutter, endless emails, and back-to-back meetings? How can you find meaning in your work? In Joy at Work, tidying expert Marie Kondo and organizational psychologist Scott Sonenshein reveal how decluttering your workspace can dramatically boost your productivity and happiness. They help you eliminate distractions, reclaim control over your workday, and rediscover meaning in your professional life. Continue reading for an overview of the book, complete with practical exercises.
Are you thinking of taking your company remote? Are you a remote worker looking to be more productive? What are the most common myths around remote work? In Remote: Office Not Required, tech entrepreneurs Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson present a case for work without physical boundaries. Drawing from their experience building Basecamp, they dismantle office-centric assumptions and show how remote work can lead to better productivity, greater access to talent, and improved work-life balance. Whether you’re a leader considering remote options for your workplace or an employee hoping to work more flexibly, here’s an overview of Remote.
Thinking of taking your company remote? Do the benefits outweigh the drawbacks? In their book Remote, Fried and Hansson present their vision for the future of work: one where a person’s physical location isn’t a factor. They lay out the many benefits of remote work—but there are some drawbacks as well. Let’s explore the pros and cons of remote work.
Do remote workers just watch TV all day? How important is company culture? When it comes to remote work, many companies are hesitant to adopt the practice because of common myths about remote work. In their book Remote, Fried and Hansson discuss and debunk those myths. Keep reading to learn why remote work is a good option for employers.
Is remote work a new phenomenon? Is it less valuable than in-office work? Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has grown rapidly. However, it’s not a new concept. Working from home has been around for much of human history. Keep reading to look at the history of remote work, how it’s changed, and why it’s still valuable.
Do you want to thrive in a remote working position? What steps can you take to ensure you remain productive? If you’re working remotely, you’ll need intentional practices to maintain productivity, well-being, and connection. Fried and Hansson offer guidance in three key areas: creating boundaries, optimizing your environment, and preventing isolation. Continue reading for three helpful remote working tips.
What does being productive mean? What are the benefits of changing how you think about productivity? People generally think of productivity as getting a lot of things done, but Michael Hyatt disagrees. In his book Free to Focus, he defines productivity as getting the right things done. Let’s look at Hyatt’s definition of productivity and how it can help you finish tasks in a meaningful way.
How do creative geniuses come up with their groundbreaking ideas? How can you better navigate the successes and failures that come with creative work? In Creative Quest, Questlove, a musician and producer, explores the creative process, arguing that creativity isn’t an innate talent. He provides tips and strategies to access your creativity, collaborate with others, and overcome obstacles, so you can create work that you and others enjoy. Continue reading for a book overview of Creative Quest.