Tim Ferriss

Practical advice on building and leading startups, focusing on tough decisions, leadership, and resilience, with insights from Horowitz’s entrepreneurial journey.

Dalio shares life and business principles that emphasize radical transparency, structured decision-making, and learning from failure to achieve growth.

A compilation of speeches and talks by Charlie Munger, highlighting his wit and wisdom on investing and life.

Investigates the resurgence of psychedelic drugs in science and medicine, exploring their effects on the mind and potential therapeutic uses.

The memoir of physicist Richard Feynman, filled with humorous anecdotes and reflections on his career and curiosity.

A spiritual journey of self-discovery narrated through the life of Siddhartha, exploring themes of enlightenment and inner peace.

Discusses the power of checklists in improving efficiency, safety, and quality in a variety of fields.

Offers advice on writing and the creative process, filled with humor and wisdom.

The book that proves you can tell Wall Street to shove it and still build a billion-dollar brand. Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia's reluctant founder, wrote the anti-business business book before it was cool. Think of it as a middle finger to traditional business wrapped in a love letter to the planet. Chouinard built Patagonia while actively telling people to buy less stuff (including his own products). The guy turned "don't buy this jacket" into a marketing campaign and somehow made more money.

Explores the science of habit formation and how understanding habits can lead to positive change.

A concise examination of history's recurring themes, drawing from the authors' decades of historical research.

Challenges conventional business practices, offering unconventional advice for startups and entrepreneurs.

A comedic sci-fi novel that follows Arthur Dent's adventures through space after Earth is destroyed.

The story of how Zappos built a culture of customer service and happiness, leading to its success.

Uses Stoic philosophy to show how adversity can be turned into an opportunity for growth.

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

Shares the leadership lessons learned during Robert Iger's tenure as CEO of The Walt Disney Company.

Comprehensive biography of one of America's founding fathers.

Shares leadership principles learned as Navy SEALs, emphasizing accountability, teamwork, and effective decision-making.

A poetic collection of philosophical essays on various aspects of life, including love, work, and death.