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When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing
by Daniel Pink
Cutting edge research and data on timing and how it can help you in school, at work, and at home.
Tribe of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World
by Tim Ferriss
A compilation of the tools, tactics, habits, and advice from over 130 of the world's top performers in almost every field of endeavor.
Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World
by Cal Newport
One of the most valuable skills available to you is becoming increasingly rare. If you master this skill, you'll achieve extraordinary results.
An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth: What Going to Space Taught Me About Ingenuity, Determination, and Being Prepared for Anything
by Col. Chris Hadfield
Conventional wisdom can get in the way of achievement and success. His insights will teach you to think like an astronaut and change the way you view your life on earth.
The Start-up of You: Adapt to the Future, Invest in Yourself, and Transform Your Career
by Reid Hoffman and Ben Casnocha
A blueprint for thriving in your job and building a career by applying the lessons of Silicon Valley's most innovative entrepreneurs.
Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds
by Carmine Gallo
One skill needed to succeed is to sell yourself and your ideas persuasively. It is a skill that will help set you apart from others.
by Daniel Pink
Cutting edge research and data on timing and how it can help you in school, at work, and at home.
Tribe of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World
by Tim Ferriss
A compilation of the tools, tactics, habits, and advice from over 130 of the world's top performers in almost every field of endeavor.
Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World
by Cal Newport
One of the most valuable skills available to you is becoming increasingly rare. If you master this skill, you'll achieve extraordinary results.
An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth: What Going to Space Taught Me About Ingenuity, Determination, and Being Prepared for Anything
by Col. Chris Hadfield
Conventional wisdom can get in the way of achievement and success. His insights will teach you to think like an astronaut and change the way you view your life on earth.
The Start-up of You: Adapt to the Future, Invest in Yourself, and Transform Your Career
by Reid Hoffman and Ben Casnocha
A blueprint for thriving in your job and building a career by applying the lessons of Silicon Valley's most innovative entrepreneurs.
Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds
by Carmine Gallo
One skill needed to succeed is to sell yourself and your ideas persuasively. It is a skill that will help set you apart from others.
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7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
A principle-centered approach to fairness, integrity, honesty and dignity. It addresses change, wisdom and taking advantage of opportunities.
10 Things Employers Want You To Learn In College by Bill Coplin
Looks at ten skill groups and what you need to learn before entering the job market. He suggests courses to take, as well as non-course activities.
21 Indispensable Qualities of Leadership: Becoming the Leader Others Will Follow by John C. Maxwell
High-concept definitions, relevant anecdotes, details on their meaning, suggestions for further reflection, and exercises for improvement.
A Whack on the Side of the Head by Roger Von Oech
Excellent book that zeroes in on ten mental blocks that prevent you from being innovative and shows how to open them.
Backpack to Briefcase by LifeAfterGraduation.com
A very helpful guide dealing with image, communication, networking, the unpredictable situations of the workplace, etc.
Blink by Malcolm Gladwell
Using the latest findings of neuroscience and psychology, he helps us understand how we make decisions – often in the blink of an eye
Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School by John Medina
Highlights 12 principles for surviving at work, home, and school. Shows how your brain functions at its best and how we process information – remembering, exercise, sleep, gender, and more.
Cracking Creativity by Michael Michalko
Provides very helpful strategies gleaned from history’s greatest thinkers such as Leonardo da Vinci, Walt Disney, Pablo Picasso, and Thomas Edison
Dress Smart – Men by Kim Johnson Gross and Jeff Stone
Excellent guide with tons of photos and tips for interviewing, understanding things “business casual”, packing well for travel, etc.
Dress Smart – Women by Kim Johnson Gross and Jeff Stone
Excellent guide with tons of photos and tips for interviewing, understanding things “business casual”, packing well for travel, etc.
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
This gem actually helps explain the genius behind a good internship experience!
Eats, Shoots & Leaves by Lynne Truss
In a very witty way, this book helps us understand the importance of good grammar and how to do it – commas, semi-colons, and more.
Exceeding Expectations: Mastering The Seven Keys to Professional Success by Scott Weighart, Mosaic Eye Publishing, 2006
Features over 80 true stories from young professionals, conveying what it takes to be a great employee, regardless of field.
Expect the Unexpected by Roger Von Oech
Using the ancient wisdom of Heraclitus he helps us to appreciate turbulence, see the obvious, find a pattern, reverse assumptions and more
Finding Your Element: How To Discover Your Talents and Passions and Transform Your Life by Ken Robinson
The title says it all. This is a very practical book. Robinson uses stories and explores several components that lead to personal satisfaction.
Find Your First Professional Job: A Guide for Co-ops, Interns, and Full-Time Job Seekers by Scott Weighart
Provides advice on how to write an effective resume, interview strategically, and prevent problems at work, among other items
Five Star Mind by Tom Wujec
Using puzzles, tips, thought association, relaxation techniques, and games the author helps to unlock your creativity
Free Agent Nation: The Future of Working for Yourself by Daniel Pink
This book successfully merges psychosocial data with reality. It includes a great 30 page resource guide on how to get started and grow as a free agent.
From Clueless to Class Act: Manners for the Modern Man by Jodi R. R. Smith
Shows how to demonstrate class and courtesy from opening doors to table manners to cell phones to accidentally breaking an item in someone’s home.
From Clueless to Class Act: Manners for the Modern Woman by Jodi R. R. Smith
Choice pieces of wisdom on how to deal with food stuck in your teeth to expressing condolences and a host of other situations
Getting Things Done by David Allen
Teaches you how to capture what needs done into a workable system and how to make decisions with an action plan. Do it, delegate it, or defer it.
How To Develop Self-Confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie
The author shows you how to develop poise, improve your memory, make your meaning clear, improve your diction, and offers tips on other topics
How to Mind Map by Tony Buzan
A short, but profoundly helpful book which will aid you (if applied) to be more organized, less stressed, a better planner, and a better presenter
How To Survive the Real World - Andrea Syrtash, Special Editor
Advice from hundreds of recent college graduates on living, finding jobs, getting it right financially, office dating, cooking, buying a car, etc.
How to Think Like Leonardo DaVinci by Michael Gelb
The self-help book Leonardo never wrote (but should have) which offers a revolutionary approach to learning and creativity
How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
The title speaks for itself. It is a classic book of sage advice for working with people.
How To Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age by Dale Carnegie & Associates
The classic book updated for today.
Johnny Bunko: The Last Career Guide You’ll Ever Need by Daniel Pink
A book which offers six career secrets using the Japanese comic format called manga
Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands by Morrison and Conaway
Cultural overviews of countries around the world, tips for doing business in them, negotiating strategies and proper protocol. There are several books now by the same authors which hone in on Asia, South America, and Europe.
Leadership Is An Art by Max De Pree
If you want to learn about leadership, the is the first book to read.
Learn to Intern CEO Style by Antoine Moss
Develop and shape your CEO skills and attitude.
Life After Graduation by Terry Arndt and Kirrin Coleman
An excellent, inexpensive guide on how to make good impressions, maximize your income, understand insurance and loans, and much more!
Life’s A Pitch!: From Hosting to Toasting…News to Schmooze by Soni Dimond
A lighthearted "how to" book that provides practical ways to make positive, memorable first and lasting impressions
Luck Is No Accident: Making The Most of Happenstance in Your Life and Career by John Krumboltz
The first career planning book that actively encourages readers to create their own unplanned events, to anticipate changing their plans frequently, to take advantage of chance events when they happen, and to make the most of what life offers.
Made to Stick by Chip Heath and Dan Heath
Why do some ideas thrive while others die? Reveals the anatomy of ideas that “stick” and explains sure-fire methods for making ideas stickier
Make the Connection – Improve Your Communication at Home and at Work by Steve Adubato
Excellent, easy-to-read guide on speaking, leadership, organizational life, customer service, dealing with tough situations, etc.
Manage Your Day-to-Day: Build Your Routine, Find Your Focus, and Sharpen Your Creative Mind Edited by: Jocelyn Glei
20 creative men and women share their wisdom to help you manage your work life
Power Etiquette: What You Don’t Know Can Kill Your Career by Dana Casperson
Blends high-touch manners with high-tech communications. What to say, what to write, how to eat, and what to tip are just a few of the pointers.
Ready for Anything: 52 Productivity Principles for Work and Life by David Allen
Tips in this book help you clear your head to be creative, focus your attention, and take action to make things happen.
Succeed: How We Can Reach Our Goals by Heidi Grant Halvorson, Ph.D.
Offers counterintuitive insights, illuminating stories, and science-based information on how to succeed in life and work.
The Art of Innovation by Tom Kelley
Go behind the scenes of one of the world’s leading design firms, IDEO. Principles are laid out and anecdotes highlight failures and successes.
The Art of Mingling by Jeanne Martin
Overcome fears, meet people with confidence, achieve social success with the techniques, verbal lines, and tactics for even the toughest situations.
The Etiquette Advantage in Business by Peggy Post and Peter Post
Covers the gamut of workplace topics and how to conduct yourself well. A “core book” for your library.
The First 90 Days by Michael Watkins
Provides strategies for new leaders at all levels – assessment, diagnosis, negotiation and balance
The Little Book of Talent: 52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Daniel Coyle
Though focused more sports and music, it provides insights for virtually any aspect of personal and work life.
The Successful Internship by Sweitzer and King
Expansive consideration of the stages of an internship, understanding your site, colleagues and community, and professional, legal and ethical issues.
They Don't Teach Corporate in College: A Twenty-Something's Guide to the Business World by Alexandra Levit
Good advice from a young professional about effectively managing one’s own life, and their worklife, all while maintaining a right attitude
To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel Pink
Whether we believe it or not, we are all salespeople in one form or another. So how can we better influence others?
U.S. Internships by Alexander Lostocco
Clear “question and answer” approach and step-by-step instructions gives the young international what they must know to pursue and complete a successful US internship
Understanding Nonprofit Finances by Michael Wells, CFRE
Understanding Nonprofit Finances - Click the link to the left for the searchable online book.
What Should I Do With My Life? by Po Bronson
A career book using profiles of 50 people trying to answer their true calling in life.
When Reality Hits: What Employers Want Recent College Graduates To Know by Nancy Barry
Secrets to success shared by a professional with 25 years of experience in the corporate world.
Words of Common Sense by Brother David Steindl-Rast
Explores the source of common sense and its manifestation through proverbs in diverse cultures
7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
A principle-centered approach to fairness, integrity, honesty and dignity. It addresses change, wisdom and taking advantage of opportunities.
10 Things Employers Want You To Learn In College by Bill Coplin
Looks at ten skill groups and what you need to learn before entering the job market. He suggests courses to take, as well as non-course activities.
21 Indispensable Qualities of Leadership: Becoming the Leader Others Will Follow by John C. Maxwell
High-concept definitions, relevant anecdotes, details on their meaning, suggestions for further reflection, and exercises for improvement.
A Whack on the Side of the Head by Roger Von Oech
Excellent book that zeroes in on ten mental blocks that prevent you from being innovative and shows how to open them.
Backpack to Briefcase by LifeAfterGraduation.com
A very helpful guide dealing with image, communication, networking, the unpredictable situations of the workplace, etc.
Blink by Malcolm Gladwell
Using the latest findings of neuroscience and psychology, he helps us understand how we make decisions – often in the blink of an eye
Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School by John Medina
Highlights 12 principles for surviving at work, home, and school. Shows how your brain functions at its best and how we process information – remembering, exercise, sleep, gender, and more.
Cracking Creativity by Michael Michalko
Provides very helpful strategies gleaned from history’s greatest thinkers such as Leonardo da Vinci, Walt Disney, Pablo Picasso, and Thomas Edison
Dress Smart – Men by Kim Johnson Gross and Jeff Stone
Excellent guide with tons of photos and tips for interviewing, understanding things “business casual”, packing well for travel, etc.
Dress Smart – Women by Kim Johnson Gross and Jeff Stone
Excellent guide with tons of photos and tips for interviewing, understanding things “business casual”, packing well for travel, etc.
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
This gem actually helps explain the genius behind a good internship experience!
Eats, Shoots & Leaves by Lynne Truss
In a very witty way, this book helps us understand the importance of good grammar and how to do it – commas, semi-colons, and more.
Exceeding Expectations: Mastering The Seven Keys to Professional Success by Scott Weighart, Mosaic Eye Publishing, 2006
Features over 80 true stories from young professionals, conveying what it takes to be a great employee, regardless of field.
Expect the Unexpected by Roger Von Oech
Using the ancient wisdom of Heraclitus he helps us to appreciate turbulence, see the obvious, find a pattern, reverse assumptions and more
Finding Your Element: How To Discover Your Talents and Passions and Transform Your Life by Ken Robinson
The title says it all. This is a very practical book. Robinson uses stories and explores several components that lead to personal satisfaction.
Find Your First Professional Job: A Guide for Co-ops, Interns, and Full-Time Job Seekers by Scott Weighart
Provides advice on how to write an effective resume, interview strategically, and prevent problems at work, among other items
Five Star Mind by Tom Wujec
Using puzzles, tips, thought association, relaxation techniques, and games the author helps to unlock your creativity
Free Agent Nation: The Future of Working for Yourself by Daniel Pink
This book successfully merges psychosocial data with reality. It includes a great 30 page resource guide on how to get started and grow as a free agent.
From Clueless to Class Act: Manners for the Modern Man by Jodi R. R. Smith
Shows how to demonstrate class and courtesy from opening doors to table manners to cell phones to accidentally breaking an item in someone’s home.
From Clueless to Class Act: Manners for the Modern Woman by Jodi R. R. Smith
Choice pieces of wisdom on how to deal with food stuck in your teeth to expressing condolences and a host of other situations
Getting Things Done by David Allen
Teaches you how to capture what needs done into a workable system and how to make decisions with an action plan. Do it, delegate it, or defer it.
How To Develop Self-Confidence and Influence People by Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie
The author shows you how to develop poise, improve your memory, make your meaning clear, improve your diction, and offers tips on other topics
How to Mind Map by Tony Buzan
A short, but profoundly helpful book which will aid you (if applied) to be more organized, less stressed, a better planner, and a better presenter
How To Survive the Real World - Andrea Syrtash, Special Editor
Advice from hundreds of recent college graduates on living, finding jobs, getting it right financially, office dating, cooking, buying a car, etc.
How to Think Like Leonardo DaVinci by Michael Gelb
The self-help book Leonardo never wrote (but should have) which offers a revolutionary approach to learning and creativity
How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
The title speaks for itself. It is a classic book of sage advice for working with people.
How To Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age by Dale Carnegie & Associates
The classic book updated for today.
Johnny Bunko: The Last Career Guide You’ll Ever Need by Daniel Pink
A book which offers six career secrets using the Japanese comic format called manga
Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands by Morrison and Conaway
Cultural overviews of countries around the world, tips for doing business in them, negotiating strategies and proper protocol. There are several books now by the same authors which hone in on Asia, South America, and Europe.
Leadership Is An Art by Max De Pree
If you want to learn about leadership, the is the first book to read.
Learn to Intern CEO Style by Antoine Moss
Develop and shape your CEO skills and attitude.
Life After Graduation by Terry Arndt and Kirrin Coleman
An excellent, inexpensive guide on how to make good impressions, maximize your income, understand insurance and loans, and much more!
Life’s A Pitch!: From Hosting to Toasting…News to Schmooze by Soni Dimond
A lighthearted "how to" book that provides practical ways to make positive, memorable first and lasting impressions
Luck Is No Accident: Making The Most of Happenstance in Your Life and Career by John Krumboltz
The first career planning book that actively encourages readers to create their own unplanned events, to anticipate changing their plans frequently, to take advantage of chance events when they happen, and to make the most of what life offers.
Made to Stick by Chip Heath and Dan Heath
Why do some ideas thrive while others die? Reveals the anatomy of ideas that “stick” and explains sure-fire methods for making ideas stickier
Make the Connection – Improve Your Communication at Home and at Work by Steve Adubato
Excellent, easy-to-read guide on speaking, leadership, organizational life, customer service, dealing with tough situations, etc.
Manage Your Day-to-Day: Build Your Routine, Find Your Focus, and Sharpen Your Creative Mind Edited by: Jocelyn Glei
20 creative men and women share their wisdom to help you manage your work life
Power Etiquette: What You Don’t Know Can Kill Your Career by Dana Casperson
Blends high-touch manners with high-tech communications. What to say, what to write, how to eat, and what to tip are just a few of the pointers.
Ready for Anything: 52 Productivity Principles for Work and Life by David Allen
Tips in this book help you clear your head to be creative, focus your attention, and take action to make things happen.
Succeed: How We Can Reach Our Goals by Heidi Grant Halvorson, Ph.D.
Offers counterintuitive insights, illuminating stories, and science-based information on how to succeed in life and work.
The Art of Innovation by Tom Kelley
Go behind the scenes of one of the world’s leading design firms, IDEO. Principles are laid out and anecdotes highlight failures and successes.
The Art of Mingling by Jeanne Martin
Overcome fears, meet people with confidence, achieve social success with the techniques, verbal lines, and tactics for even the toughest situations.
The Etiquette Advantage in Business by Peggy Post and Peter Post
Covers the gamut of workplace topics and how to conduct yourself well. A “core book” for your library.
The First 90 Days by Michael Watkins
Provides strategies for new leaders at all levels – assessment, diagnosis, negotiation and balance
The Little Book of Talent: 52 Tips for Improving Your Skills by Daniel Coyle
Though focused more sports and music, it provides insights for virtually any aspect of personal and work life.
The Successful Internship by Sweitzer and King
Expansive consideration of the stages of an internship, understanding your site, colleagues and community, and professional, legal and ethical issues.
They Don't Teach Corporate in College: A Twenty-Something's Guide to the Business World by Alexandra Levit
Good advice from a young professional about effectively managing one’s own life, and their worklife, all while maintaining a right attitude
To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel Pink
Whether we believe it or not, we are all salespeople in one form or another. So how can we better influence others?
U.S. Internships by Alexander Lostocco
Clear “question and answer” approach and step-by-step instructions gives the young international what they must know to pursue and complete a successful US internship
Understanding Nonprofit Finances by Michael Wells, CFRE
Understanding Nonprofit Finances - Click the link to the left for the searchable online book.
What Should I Do With My Life? by Po Bronson
A career book using profiles of 50 people trying to answer their true calling in life.
When Reality Hits: What Employers Want Recent College Graduates To Know by Nancy Barry
Secrets to success shared by a professional with 25 years of experience in the corporate world.
Words of Common Sense by Brother David Steindl-Rast
Explores the source of common sense and its manifestation through proverbs in diverse cultures