Most of us understand the benefit of reading high quality business books to learn and apply new skills to upgrade the way our business works. But are we as willing to embrace books that deal with how we are operate as a person and our mindset?
Many business people aren’t because they have a preconceived idea that personal development might be a bit “woo woo” and result in the need to hug trees. However, upgrading your mindset and developing yourself is the foundation to real success in all areas of business and life. So it’s a no brainer really.
The seven books listed below (all of which I have read more than once) really challenge the mindset. They are all very powerful in different ways.
A couple of tips
- Be open minded. Even if the books aren’t your bag look for what you can learn. Look for the habits you need to change in your own mindset that will influence your levels of success in all areas of your life
- Reading books doesn’t create change. It is what you do with the information once you read it that is the key. Ask yourself “what actions do I need to take to apply the lessons from this book”
7 Books to Challenge Your Mindset
1. The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. Provides a framework for a powerful code of conduct that is equally applicable to business, being a parent, relationships and living life.
2. Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. This isn’t just about financial riches. It will give you valuable insights into the habits, characteristics and mindset of success.
3. The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace Wattles. Not just about financial riches. This was written about 1911 so the style of writing might seem strange.
4. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. Great practical tips for creating success.
5. The Anatomy of Peace by the Arbinger Institute. Deals with conflict around relationships, both professional and personal. I LOVE this powerful book. It’s lessons have served me well in my business, my marriage, as a parent and so many other levels.
6. Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. This book highlights the mindset that gets in the way of true financial independence.
7. The Secret by Rhonda Byrne. A less conventional take on creating success. Be open minded!
If you have read any of these books, please share your review in the comments below. Are there any books that you would add on to this list?
