The War of Art

Steven Pressfield

A valuable resource for those in the creative realm, this book is essential for anyone involved in artistic pursuits, be it content creation for a podcast, blog, or social media platform, artistic endeavors, or service provision. Steven delves into the mental challenges hindering success, aptly terming it “the resistance.”

With a quick and engaging narrative, the book addresses the hurdles obstructing progress. Whether you encounter barriers in your creative journey, this read provides practical insights on overcoming obstacles and navigating the mental challenges inherent in the pursuit of success.

Resilience

Eric Grietens

A former Navy SEAL, Eric Greitens, pens his book in a compelling format, comprising a series of correspondences between himself and a fellow SEAL grappling with the challenges of transitioning to civilian life post-SEAL service. While I may not have directly encountered the specific struggles detailed in the book following my military tenure, I recognize the widespread issue faced by many veterans post-tours and deployments. However, the book extends its relevance beyond the veteran community, catering to anyone who has encountered adversity and seeks guidance in overcoming life’s challenges.

Ego is the Enemy

Ryan Holiday

This serves as the sequel to Ryan’s remarkable work, “The Obstacle is the Way.” Within its pages, Ryan delves into the significant role our egos play as a primary obstacle to success and, more crucially, offers insights into mitigating or eliminating these hindrances. Exploring the concept that we often sabotage ourselves, he advocates for embracing humility as a superior life approach. In this follow-up book, Ryan unveils the pitfalls of ego, urging readers to consider humility as a more constructive path in the journey towards personal and professional fulfillment.

Extreme Ownership

Jocko Willink and Leif Babin

As the former Navy SEAL Commander leading Task Unit Bruiser, Jocko and Leif Babin distill invaluable insights gleaned from their experiences on the Ramadi battlefield in Iraq (interestingly, our deployments had a coincidental overlap; they arrived in Ramadi as I was departing).

If you were to choose just one book from my recommendations, this should be it. Jocko and Leif offer profound guidance to cease making excuses and embrace complete ownership of every facet of your life. Their wisdom is a powerful catalyst for personal accountability and transformation.

The 10X Rule

Grant Cardone

If you haven’t been keeping up with Grant Cardone, it’s time you start. Grant is a staunch advocate for thinking on a grand scale—10X big.

Within this book, Grant articulates why embracing expansive thinking, beyond any limits previously conceived, serves as the linchpin for achieving monumental success in one’s life. He imparts the wisdom that crafting the life we desire necessitates setting loftier goals, undertaking greater risks, mobilizing additional resources, expending more energy, and investing more time.

If you recognize the need to broaden your perspective, this book is tailor-made for you.

The One Thing

Gary Keller

Gary Keller has established a formidable presence in the real estate realm. Within this book, he imparts strategies that concentrate on the profoundly significant, enabling us to achieve significant milestones in our lives. I consistently endorse this book, integrating its lessons into my daily and weekly planning, a practice that proves invaluable each day.

The Power of Habit

Charles Duhigg

We’re all aware that establishing and adhering to habits is the linchpin of success. However, the gap between knowing and doing often looms large. Charles Duhigg, in “The Power of Habit,” unveils the blueprint for cultivating any desired habit and elucidates the process of rewiring our brains to ensure the steadfast integration of these new habits into our lives.

Mansfield’s Book of Manly Men

Stephen Mansfield

This exceptional book delves into the essence of manhood. Mansfield systematically explores the true meaning of being a man, outlining four essential manly maxims that he believes every man should embrace. Additionally, he dissects crucial virtues that we should all aspire to embody in our lives. If you’ve grappled with the complex question of manhood, Stephen provides clear answers and insights, offering valuable guidance on understanding and embodying the principles that define authentic masculinity.

Relentless

Tim Grover

An uncompromising, impactful read. Crafted by Tim Grover, the mentor behind legends such as Michael Jordan, Dwayne Wade, Charles Barkley, Kobe Bryant, and more, this book confronts you head-on with the essential elements for massive success across all facets of your life.

I found immense value in gaining insights into the training routines and expectations of some of the world’s elite athletes. Tim seamlessly bridges the gap, demonstrating how these lessons are applicable to the everyday person, like you and me.

Fair warning: this book isn’t for the faint-hearted or those easily offended.

The Miracle Morning

Hal Elrod

Hal Elrod, the mind behind “The Miracle Morning,” delves into the science of crafting an ideal start to your day. He guides you on eliminating obstacles hindering a positive morning routine and unlocking the full potential of each day.