Enjoy life to the best of your abilities.

What a ride and we’re not done yet!

It’s not been an easy year, but I’m so incredibly fortunate. Please enjoy my annual list of things I’ve learned.

I’m a Bookshop.org Affliate now!

Quit while you’re ahead or read a book you don’t love? I share some guidelines on when to read and when to quit books in progress.

I’m 35 and still getting better. Here’s another birthday list of things I’ve learned.

Talking to people, especially after two years of limited interaction, scares most of us. That’s normal! Naturally, there are helpful books to help remind us how to interact with others after we’ve practically become feral.

As the saying goes, Spring has sprung in the northern hemisphere. It’s time to grow, adapt, and step into the next part of our journey. To do this, we often need to let items go that hold us back. Don’t worry, there’s a book for that.

As you think about a healthier version of yourself, remember it’s not just about physical health, but mental and emotional health as well. And, since I know you’re a reader, some of these wonderful reads might help your journey.

Starting a Book Club at work is comes with both benefits and challenges. I’m a big fan of them, but you may find that choosing a book to read with your coworkers is no easy feat. Here’s a quick and easy list for you to save and refer to anytime you find yourself stumped when suggesting books.

Many executives want to start book clubs to encourage emerging and existing leaders to learn from others’ mistakes, think differently, and apply knowledge from multiple industries to their daily roles.

So, how do you start a book club at work – and keep it going?

Happy Holidays! Time for stillness, reflection, and quiet action.

Thank you for being a part of this community.

Personal preferences are important because if you don’t like a book, you’re probably not learning from it. However, there are millions upon millions of books published each year. Read some reviews. Follow book reviewers online. Talk to your friends and people you admire and see what they are reading. Ask questions and try something new.

Book challenge: 100/100

Stretch goal: 150/100

Can I do it? Drop a note in the comments!

Ryan Holiday recently shared a Latin saying: “Qui pauca legit, pauca scit. He who reads little knows little.” He goes on to say:

To truly become wise, we have to open our minds to the vast accumulation of experiences that have come before us. To not read widely, as General Mattis has said, is to be functionally illiterate.

From birthday to birthday, you have the potential to learn 365 new things – at least! Here are some of the things I’ve learned and observed in the last year.

The most important thing about leisure time – especially during a pandemic – is to have a dedicated time where you separate yourself from non-leisurely activities. No stressful work calls or emails. Ignore laundry and cleaning for a couple of days—order delivery and veg out wholly.

My 2020 challenge was to read 100 books. I eeked out 102 by December 31, 2020. Here are the best of all I read in 2020. Comment or send me an email: what are your reading goals? What are your recommendations?

A year for the record books. In this bite-sized post, check out what to expect next year.