Tag: nonfiction
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Competing In the New World Of Work by Keith Ferrazzi – A Book Review
In Competing In the New World Of Work, Keith Ferrazzi offers a comprehensive exploration of success in the contemporary professional landscape by navigating the challenges and opportunities influenced by the impact of the pandemic on the workplace. Ferrazzi’s expertise in networking addresses the changes brought about by the pandemic. This book bridges theory and application,…
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MCU: The Reign Of Marvel Studies by Robinson, Gonzales, & Edwards – A Book Review
To be honest, I wasn’t sure I wanted to read this book. Since I’ve been with Marvel movies since the start, I figured I knew everything there was to know. However, after hearing an interview with frequent The Ringer contributor Joanna Robinson, I found myself curious. Within the first chapter or two, I was hooked.…
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Celebrating Banned Book Week: The Importance of Literary Freedom
In a world where knowledge and ideas are cherished, books stand as timeless beacons of enlightenment. They are the vessels that carry the wisdom of generations, the catalysts of change, and the mirrors reflecting the human condition. As we celebrate Banned Book Week, running from October 1st to October 7th, 2023, we are reminded of…
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Made to Stick by Chip Heath and Dan Heath: A Book Review
In their book Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die, Chip and Dan Heath provide a framework for creating ideas that are “sticky”–memorable and persuasive. They argue that for an idea to stick, it must make the audience pay attention, understand and remember it, agree with or believe it, care about it,…
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Inflection Point by Troy Korsgaden – A Book Review
In the book Inflection Point by Troy Korsgaden, the author navigates the intricate world of insurance representation, revealing it not just as a transactional endeavor, but as a profound journey of trust and collaboration between representative and client. Korsgaden highlights the pivotal role of insurance representatives as more than mere intermediaries – they become discussion…
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Great Webinars by Cynthia Clay – A Book Review
When I saw the 2012 publication date in the small print of Great Webinars, I frankly thought it may be outdated. I could not have been more wrong. During the last year and a half, I’ve attending more online calls, e-conferences, and virtual trainings then ever before in my life, and let me tell you,…
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Business Made Simple by Donald Miller – A Book Review
A good friend recommended Business Made Simple in order to bolster my business acumen as I continue navigating the corporate waters. There are several elements I appreciated about the book. First of all, it’s very well organized. Miller broke the book down day-by-day, and even provided supplemental material if you’d like to take it a…
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Switch by Chip Heath and Dan Heath – A Book Review
I recently heard about Switch: How To Change Things When Change Is Hard during a WorkLife With Adam Grant podcast. It immediately grabbed my attention because, during the podcast, they addressed that major changes often have to start off with very small, focused steps. I wanted to know more. I put the book on hold…
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All Of the Marvels by Douglas Wolk – A Book Review
As I strolled through the Normal Public Library, the above cover caught my eye primarily because of the little box in the corner depicting two heroic people, just like the comic books I enjoyed as a kid. I picked it up, read the inside jacket, and–yep!–this book was written specifically for me. With All Of…
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Grit by Angela Duckworth – A Book Review
I first discovered research psychologist Angela Duckworth on a podcast called No Stupid Questions. During this podcast, Duckworth’s book, Grit, is often mentioned. I happen to thoroughly enjoy Duckworth’s personality and expertise, and so I finally got the book through my local library. Grit explores, as the subtitle would suggest, the power of passion and…
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