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Charlie Munger

Vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, known for his wit and wisdom on investing and life.

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39 books recommended

Influence

Influence

Robert B Cialdini PhD

Explores the psychology of why people say "yes" and how to apply these insights ethically in business and everyday life.

Recommended by: 15 People
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The Selfish Gene

The Selfish Gene

Richard Dawkins

Explores the concept of the gene as the central unit of selection in evolution, introducing the idea of the "selfish gene."

Recommended by: 10 People
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Guns, Germs, and Steel

Guns, Germs, and Steel

Jared Diamond

Examines the factors that have shaped human history, including geography, biology, and culture.

Recommended by: 9 People
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Only the Paranoid Survive

Only the Paranoid Survive

Andrew S. Grove

Explains how to navigate strategic inflection points in business and adapt to change.

Recommended by: 8 People
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Titan

Titan

Ron Chernow

A comprehensive biography of John D. Rockefeller, exploring his life, career, and impact on American industry.

Recommended by: 7 People
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Einstein

Einstein

Walter Isaacson

A biography of Albert Einstein, exploring his life, theories, and the impact of his work on science.

Recommended by: 7 People
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Getting to Yes

Getting to Yes

Roger Fisher

A practical guide to negotiating mutually beneficial agreements without compromising on key interests.

Recommended by: 6 People
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Outliers

Outliers

Malcolm Gladwell

Explores the factors that contribute to high levels of success, highlighting the role of opportunity, culture, and timing.

Recommended by: 6 People
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Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin

Walter Isaacson

Comprehensive biography of one of America's founding fathers.

Recommended by: 6 People
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The Outsiders

The Outsiders

William N. Thorndike

Examines successful CEOs who used unconventional strategies to achieve growth.

Recommended by: 5 People
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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin

Franklin's life story and his thoughts on self-improvement and civic responsibility.

Recommended by: 5 People
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Genome

Genome

Matt Ridley

Explores each human chromosome to discuss genes and their roles in human history, biology, and evolution.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Wealth and Poverty of Nations

The Wealth and Poverty of Nations

David S. Landes

Examines the factors that have contributed to the economic disparities between nations throughout history.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Hard Drive

Hard Drive

James Wallace

The biography of Bill Gates and the early days of Microsoft, detailing his rise and the evolution of the tech giant.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Little Book of Common Sense Investing

The Little Book of Common Sense Investing

John C. Bogle

A guide to low-cost index fund investing, advocating for a long-term, passive investment approach.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Blind Watchmaker

The Blind Watchmaker

Richard Dawkins

Explores the process of evolution, emphasizing natural selection as a "blind" force that shapes complex life forms.

Recommended by: 3 People
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Pride in Performance

Pride in Performance

Les Schwab

The memoir of Les Schwab, founder of a successful tire company, emphasizing hard work and customer service.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Yes!

Yes!

Robert Cialdini

Offers practical techniques for persuasion, drawing from psychological principles to improve influence and negotiation.

Recommended by: 2 People
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In the Plex

In the Plex

Steven Levy

An inside look at Google’s culture, innovation, and impact on technology and society.

Recommended by: 2 People
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A Piece of the Action

A Piece of the Action

Joe Nocera

Examines the rise of consumer finance in America, analyzing how banks and credit have shaped the economy.

Recommended by: 2 People
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