Smart Thinking

"Markman provides a helpful guide for developing smarter habits, and ultimately, a smarter, more fulfilling life of learning."
—Charles Ealy, Austin American

"…the book is an easy read, though rewards re-reading. Unlike many of these ‘Think yourself smarter’ books, this one has lots of good advice, and feels like it relies on primary sources more than secondary. In fact, I bet I end up reading a lot of what is in this book, taken out of context by ‘Think yourself successful’ gurus. Save time, read it here, at the source."
—Tom Otley, The Business Traveler

"Smart Thinking teaches people how their minds work so they can be more effective performers at work and at life. An essential read for anyone who wants to operate at their best, think outside the box, and accomplish whatever goals they set out to achieve."
—Sian Beilock, PhD, author of Choke

“If you want to be more creative, if you want to be an innovator, this is the book for you. Creativity doesn’t fall out of the sky. It favors the prepared mind. This book prepares your mind.”
—Hara Estroff Marano, author of A Nation of Wimps

“What does thinking quickly create a positive mood? Are goals contagious? How do you create a culture of smart thinking? Building on decades of research in cognitive psychology and replete with stories and practical tools, Markman answers these questions and in doing so teaches you how to learn. Once finished, you’ll feel smarter. Consider it an owner’s manual to the mind.”
—Jennifer Lynn Aaker, General Atlantic Professor of Marketing, Stanford GSB and author of The Dragonfly Effect

“Smart Thinking not only enriches the literature on human thought–and its foibles–it takes it to the next level, offering clear prescriptions for how to sharpen memory, analysis and creativity in our daily lives.”
—Wray Herbert, author of On Second Thought: Outsmarting Your Mind’s Hard-Wired Habits