3 Books That Changed My Life in 2021

3 Books That Changed My Life in 2021

Here’s something the best leaders and CEOs in the U.S. have in common: They read a lot of books. About one per week, according to most estimates.

If you’re looking to pick up the habit yourself, I’ve got three recommendations for a strong start. In this Flash Cast, I’m sharing the books that changed my life in 2021, and why I encourage you to grab a copy ASAP.

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#1 : “More Beautiful Than Before” by Steve Leder

Written by a Rabbi, this inspiring book helped me process the pain and suffering of a really hard year. As a leader, it also helped me better connect with my people and understand what they may be experiencing.

Quote: “We all walk through hell. The point is not to come out empty-handed. There is real and profound power in the suffering we endure if we transform that suffering into a more authentic, meaningful life.”

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#2 : “Fierce Conversations” by Susan Scott

Your words matter — and how you say them matters. This book will help you have honest, direct and transparent conversations when things get heated.

Quote: “The sooner we lay down the burden of unrealistic expectations, which the world will never completely satisfy … we’ll be far more content as an employer or employee.”

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#3 : “Greenlights” by Matthew McConaughey

McConaughey is so unapologetically himself as he talks about the experiences that shaped his life — it reads directly into my soul. This book will help you understand your own greenlights — what gets you into your flow, into your rhythm.

Quote: “A green light is an affirmation. Setting yourself up for success. It can be as simple as putting your coffee in the coffee filter before you go to bed so in the morning, all you have to do is press the button.”