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Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love
by Cal Newport
4.08
46,339 ratings
Cal Newport challenges conventional career advice, emphasizing skill development over passion, making this a must-read for anyone serious about long-term career success.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. "Follow your passion" is flawed career advice
  2. Develop rare and valuable skills to gain career capital
  3. Adopt a craftsman mindset to excel in your field
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Former CIA Officers Teach You How to Detect Deception
by Philip Houston
3.90
6,705 ratings
Philip Houston's insights into deception detection are invaluable for professionals in any field, providing practical techniques to enhance your interpersonal skills.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Deception detection is a skill that can be learned and applied in everyday life
  2. The "Spy the Lie" methodology focuses on timing and clusters of deceptive behaviors
  3. Verbal deception indicators include failure to answer, denial problems, and convincing statements
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A Beginner's Guide to Trading Tools and Tactics, Money Management, Discipline and Trading Psychology
by Andrew Aziz
4.10
3,427 ratings
Andrew Aziz's guide is perfect for beginners, offering clear strategies and insights into day trading, making it an essential read for aspiring traders.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Day trading is not a get-rich-quick scheme but a serious business
  2. Develop a solid foundation through education and simulated trading
  3. Master risk management and emotional control
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How to Build Massive Wealth by Permanently Lowering Your Taxes
by Tom Wheelwright
4.21
2,522 ratings
Tom Wheelwright's insights into tax strategies are invaluable for entrepreneurs and investors, helping you leverage tax laws to build wealth effectively.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. The Tax Law is Designed to Reduce Your Taxes, Not Increase Them
  2. Depreciation: The King of All Deductions
  3. Entrepreneurs and Investors Get the Best Tax Breaks
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How Acquisition Entrepreneurs Outsmart the Startup Game
by Walker Deibel
4.29
1,796 ratings
Walker Deibel's book offers a fresh perspective on entrepreneurship through acquisition, providing practical insights for aspiring business owners looking to minimize risk.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Acquisition Entrepreneurship: A Better Path to Business Ownership
  2. The $10 Trillion Opportunity in Baby Boomer Business Transitions
  3. Engineering Wealth: Understanding Business as an Investment Vehicle
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90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World
by Lindsey Pollak
3.83
809 ratings
Lindsey Pollak's guide is essential for recent graduates, offering practical advice on networking and career development to help you transition smoothly into the professional world.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Start Your Career Journey with Confidence and Purpose
  2. Develop a Professional Mindset and Image
  3. Clarify Your Career Goals and Interests
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Stop Selling and Help Your Customers Make Progress
by Bob Moesta
4.31
461 ratings
Bob Moesta's innovative approach to sales emphasizes understanding customer needs, making it a must-read for anyone in sales or marketing looking to improve their strategies.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Flip the Lens: Shift from Supply-Side to Demand-Side Sales
  2. Understand the Customer's Struggle and Progress
  3. Uncover the Four Forces of Progress
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The Job Seeker's Playbook
by Phyl Terry
4.21
218 ratings
Phyl Terry's innovative approach emphasizes collaboration in job searching, making it a valuable resource for mid-career professionals looking to enhance their job search strategies.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Build a Job Search Council for emotional support and networking
  2. Conduct a Listening Tour to understand your market value
  3. Craft your Candidate-Market Fit statement to focus your search
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by Stephen M. Pollan
3.68
146 ratings
Stephen Pollan's provocative take on career management encourages readers to treat their jobs as business relationships, making it a thought-provoking read for those seeking autonomy.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Fire Your Boss: Take Control of Your Work Life
  2. Kill Your Career: Focus on Getting a Job, Not Fulfillment
  3. There's No "I" in Job: Prioritize Your Boss's Needs
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450 Moneymaking Ideas for the Gig Economy
by Elana Varon
2.97
86 ratings
Elana Varon's comprehensive guide offers a plethora of side hustle ideas, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to diversify their income streams.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Side hustles offer flexible income and personal growth opportunities
  2. Choose a side hustle that aligns with your skills, goals, and available time
  3. Manage your side hustle finances and time effectively
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