Austen Allred
Founder of Lambda School, offering income-share agreements to make education accessible.
30 books recommended
Principles
Ray Dalio
Dalio shares life and business principles that emphasize radical transparency, structured decision-making, and learning from failure to achieve growth.
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
A series of personal writings by the Roman Emperor, reflecting on the practice of Stoic philosophy.
Atlas Shrugged
Ayn Rand
A philosophical novel that explores a dystopian United States where private businesses suffer under increasingly burdensome laws and regulations.
Shoe Dog
Phil Knight
The memoir of Nike's co-founder, recounting the early days of Nike and the challenges of building a global brand.
Snow Crash
Neal Stephenson
A fast-paced sci-fi novel that explores a dystopian future dominated by virtual reality and mega-corporations.
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Robert M. Pirsig
A philosophical exploration of quality, values, and the nature of life, framed through a motorcycle journey.
A Guide to the Good Life
William B. Irvine
Introduces the principles of Stoic philosophy and how they can be applied to live a fulfilling life.
Titan
Ron Chernow
A comprehensive biography of John D. Rockefeller, exploring his life, career, and impact on American industry.
Ready Player One
Ernest Cline
A dystopian sci-fi novel set in a future where people escape reality through a virtual reality game.
Essentialism
Greg Mckeown
Advocates for focusing on the essential aspects of life and work to achieve greater satisfaction and productivity.
Masters of Doom
David Kushner
Chronicles the story of id Software and the creation of iconic video games like Doom and Quake.
Anna Karenina
Leo Tolstoy
A tragic love story set in 19th-century Russia, exploring themes of love, infidelity, and social change.
Can't Hurt Me
David Goggins
The autobiography of an elite athlete and Navy SEAL, sharing his journey of mental toughness and overcoming obstacles.
Elon Musk
Ashlee Vance
A biography of Elon Musk, detailing his journey through Tesla, SpaceX, and other ventures, exploring his influence on technology and entrepreneurship.
Hackers
Steven Levy
Chronicles the origins and evolution of hacker culture, highlighting key figures who shaped the computer revolution.
The Wright Brothers
David McCullough
The story of the Wright brothers' journey to create the first successful airplane and how they changed the world.
The New New Thing
Michael Lewis
Chronicles the rise of Silicon Valley, focusing on the culture of innovation and the dot-com boom.
Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World
Jack Weatherford
Examines Genghis Khan’s influence on the world, highlighting his impact on trade, culture, and technology.
Dealers of Lightning
Michael A. Hiltzik
Chronicles the history of Xerox PARC, where groundbreaking technologies like the PC and Ethernet were developed.
Travels with Charley
John Steinbeck
Steinbeck's travel memoir detailing his journey across America with his poodle, Charley, and observations on American society.
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