Books Here is a list of the books I recommend. I use Audible and Scribd for most of my reading. Here is my Goodreads profile. My Ultimate Reading List I went through all the books I ever read and compiled my ultimate list of Books I Revisit Often. Favorite Books My Favorite Books of 2020 My Favorite Books of 2019 My Favorite Books of 2018 My Favorite Books of 2017 2021 The Courage to Be Happy by Ichiro Kishimi (audio version): This is the follow-up to The Courage to be Disliked, and I can highly recommend both books. It’s about the life philosophy of Alfred Adler and is presented in an engaging dialogue between a master and a student. If you like philosophy, chances are that you will love this. A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson (audio version): A scientific journey through space and time. If you liked Sapiens, you will like this book as well. The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman (audio version): I had this book on my list for quite some time. And I really liked it. The concept of “love languages” and “love tank” are super useful to improve your interpersonal relationships. Here’s a free quiz to find your primary love language. The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown (audio version): After watching the author’s TED talk on vulnerability, I wanted to go deeper. I really liked the book and her work. I especially loved being reminded of Theodore Roosevelt’s famous “The Man In The Arena” quote, which I love. Unconditional Parenting by Alfie Kohn (audio version): Excellent book about how to move from rewards and punishments to love and reason. It of course not only applies to children, but to all human interactions. I plan to read other Alfie Kohn books as well, as they keep getting recommended to me. The Surrender Experiment by Michael A. Singer (audio version): A fascinating autobiographical story, that has been recommended to me a lot. While I found the idea of “surrendering to the flow of the universe” fascinating, the details of his story didn’t really connect with me. I plan to read The Untethered Soul by the same author, as this is supposed to go deeper into his philosophy. Hell Yeah Or No by Derek Sivers (audio version): Derek Sivers is one of my favorite modern philosophers and this book didn’t disappoint. It’s a collection of a few dozen short essays on how to live and what’s worth doing. It’s definitely a book to revisit regularly. Amazon Unbound by Brad Stone (audio version): A sequel to The Everything Store, describing the story of Amazon. While I still believe their momentum and flywheel will continue to work for a long time, the story is not as appealing anymore as in the first book when they were the underdog. I’m also wondering whether Jeff’s departure might be the beginning of Day 2. LIFTOFF by Eric Berger (audio version): An incredibly inspiring story about the early days of SpaceX. How a little startup was able to become the leading rocket company. It’s also a window into the philosophy of Elon Musk and how he is able to accomplish the seemingly impossible. I highly recommend it even if you are not particularly interested in spaceflight. My key takeaways 100 Baggers by Christopher Mayer (audio version): My favorite investing book that I am re-reading regularly. It helps to challenge short-term thinking by focusing on long-term compounding. Instead of wasting your energy on finding short-term opportunities, it proposes to spend this energy to find big ones instead. And if you find them, you need to hold them for a long time, as it takes 25 years on average for a 100 bagger to 100x. Video summaries: Remo Uherek, The Swedish Investor. The Good Life Handbook (Enchiridion) by Epictetus (audio version): This is my favorite Stoic text by Epictetus. The ultimate guide on how to live a good life. It’s short and takes less than one hour. There is a free audio edition on LibriVox. I have listened to it many times, and will continue to revisit it a few times per year. I always listen to it on January 1. 2020 Invent and Wander: The Collected Writings of Jeff Bezos (audio version): An excellent compilation for people who want to get to know Jeff Bezos and Amazon better. Amazon has been misunderstood for decades, similarly to how Tesla is misunderstood today. I am pretty convinced that Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk will not only continue to compete in space, but also for the #1 most valuable company spot in the coming years and decades. Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now by Jaron Lanier (audio version): Eye-opening and thought-provoking arguments against social media. The author is a Silicon Valley insider, works at Microsoft, and is considered a founder of the field of virtual reality. The Practice by Seth Godin (audio version): Seth Godin is one of my favorite thinkers and he is occupying a rare spot on my personal “list of heroes / mentors”. This book is another masterpiece. It’s written for people who ship creative work, and offers nourishing guidance on the creative path. I currently listen to it every morning, and it helps me a lot. Expert Secrets by Russell Brunson (audio version): I’ve been reading this book to improve the marketing and sales process of my new investing course. While I don’t agree with all tactics, it offers many valuable insights how to market an information product on the internet. Superforecasting by Philip E. Tetlock and Dan Gardner (audio version): A deep dive on the art and science of prediction. I especially liked how this book promotes the scientific method. The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel (audio version): Refreshing and thought provoking thoughs on money and wealth. I enjoyed it a lot. Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives by David Eagleman (audio version): A collection of 40 fictional possibilities of life beyond death. Each story is only a page or two long. It’s a fun and thought- provoking short read. The $100 Startup by Chris Guillebeau (audio version): I had this book on my list for a long time and really enjoyed it. It’s a collection of case studies and lessons on how to create a lifestyle business with practically no upfront investment. If you’re looking to build a lifestyle business, this book is for you. The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business by Elaine Pofeldt (audio version): A great collection of case studies of people that have built a $1 million per year in revenue, one person business. The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kichimi and Fumitake Koga (audio version): Wonderful book, presented in an engaging dialogue format between a master and a youth. It’s an introduction to the psychology of Alfred Adler. I liked the ideas of “separation of tasks” and “all problems are interpersonal relationship problems.” It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried and David Heinermeier Hansson (audio version): Another excellent book by the Basecamp founders. They have strong opinions about how to work smarter. I love their business philosophy. Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill (audio version): Re-read it after 11 years. What I missed the first time was how deeply this book was influenced by the Great Depression. I especially liked the Mastermind principle and the idea of having a Cabinet of Invisible Counselors. The Reality Creation Technique by Frederick Dodson (audio version): Another step on my journey to understand the subconscious mind. It was useful in refining the language in my autosuggestions. Yiddishe Kop by Nilton Bonder: Fascinating exploration of the different levels of thinking and problem solving, based on Jewish wisdom. It explores the differences between information, understanding, wisdom and reverence. Theatre of the Mind by Matt Furey: This audio program is a companion to Psycho-Cybernetics. If you loved Dr. Maltz’s work, you will enjoy this as well. I learned that “burning desire” is the most important fuel to make progress, to cultivate an inner smile 24/7 and to be a winner, not a whiner. So Good They Can’t Ignore You by Cal Newport (audio version): A thought provoking manifesto on how to find work you love. Instead of blindly following your passions, it urges us to focus on our skills. I especially loved the chapters about craftsmanship and practice. If you care about your work, I can highly recommend reading it. Self Mastery Through Conscious Autosuggeston by Émile Coué: A wonderful companion to Psycho- Cybernetics, explaining how the subconscious mind works and how to use it to your benefit. Many others, from Napoleon Hill to Maxwell Maltz, were influenced and inspired by Émile Coué. If you are interested in the subconscious mind, I highly recommend it. Essentialism by Greg Mckeown (audio version): Excellent book on essentialism with lots of practical ideas how to apply the principles. I especially enjoyed the ideas on “saying no”. I will revisit this book regularly to improve my ability to focus on what is truly important. Tao Te Ching by Lao-Tzu, translated by Stephen Mitchell (audio version): Timeless wisdom by Lao- Tzu on life and the nature of reality. It’s one of those books that you can read or listen to many times. The energy of it is very high and it has calming and elevating properties. I especially enjoyed it when I was in bed with the flu, half awake and half dreaming, the perfect food for my soul.