I'm not a huge business book reader (my mind finds other things to focus on) but I'm looking to change that this year.

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February 3,2023 at 2:54PM UTC

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I'm not a huge business book reader (my mind finds other things to focus on) but I'm looking to change that this year. Are there any business books out there for woman and confidence in the workplace that are an "easy" read? Any other business books that you find an easy read that you'd recommend? Any books that aren't an easy read but you feel is a MUST?

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Vondetta CarterFebruary 3,2023 at 3:20PM UTC
"Who moved my Cheese " is agreat book for personal use and for Business trainng and development
Kathryn MontbriandFebruary 3,2023 at 3:52PM UTC
I recommend the Confidence Code and we should all be millionaires. Both pretty easy reads and both will get you feeling empowered!
Bonnie CoventryFebruary 3,2023 at 4:22PM UTC
If not one of the recommends I see already suggested, look into podcasts. They require smaller amounts of attention time and flexible when you invest in it.
AnonymousFebruary 3,2023 at 6:34PM UTC
I don't know any specific books, but I do have a suggestion that has served me pretty well, When you go into a situation (It doesn't matter what it is) think of someone that you admire or is successful for the appropriate situation. Picture this person and how confident they are with the way they speak, behave and mannerisms. Don't try to copy them down to the last detail, because that might not be comfortable or suitable for you. basically you are channeling whoever you have in mind. You will be surprised at how effective this is. I hope this helps.
MBee170February 5,2023 at 11:52PM UTC
For a business book, I suggest 'The Goal" by Eli Goldratt. It is older, but it is a novelization of a mid-level manager learning and practicing business theories at work (and at home). It is an easy read, and his other books are more formal if you want to go deeper.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Goal_%28novel%29
https://sites.google.com/site/weedevil74f4wo7/free-download-the-goal-a-process-of-ongoing-improvement-by-eliyahu-m-goldratt-jeff-cox-ebook
Lisa MorrisFebruary 6,2023 at 3:07PM UTC
If reading is not your thing, I would suggest starting by committing to reading 10 pages per day. Just enough to get the habit started, and it won't take long. As for suggestions:
Dare to Lead - Brene` Brown
Everything is Figureoutable - Marie Forleo
Badass Habits - Jen Sincero
The 5 Second Rule - Mel Robbins
Mindset - Carol Dweck
Start With Why - Simon Sinek
Good luck!