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The Best Books to Make You More Productive

Sometimes we all need a little motivation! Below are nonfiction books that  provide tips to develop effective habits at work or at home. Whether you’re starting a new hobby or finishing a project, find advice and inspiration from these self-improvement and business reads!

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    Atomic Habits

    by James Clear

    No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving–every day. James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.
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    The Artist’s Way

    by Julia Cameron

    First published twenty-five years ago, The Artist’s Way is the seminal book on the subject of creativity. Julia Cameron takes readers on an amazing twelve-week journey to discover the inextricable link between their spiritual and creative selves.
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    Measure What Matters

    by John Doerr

    Legendary venture capitalist John Doerr reveals how the goal-setting system of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) has helped tech giants from Intel to Google achieve explosive growth—and how it can help any organization thrive.
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    What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast

    by Laura Vanderkam

    Laura Vanderkam has combined her three popular mini e-books into one comprehensive guide, with a new introduction. It will help readers build habits that lead to happier, more productive lives, despite the pressures of their busy schedules.
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    Big Magic

    by Elizabeth Gilbert

    From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love and City of Girls: the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you’ve dreamed of. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity.
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    Smarter Faster Better

    by Charles Duhigg

    From the author of The Power of Habit comes a fascinating book that explores the science of productivity, and why managing how you think is more important than what you think—with an appendix of real-world lessons to apply to your life.
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    Designing Your Life

    by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans

    An inspiring and thought-provoking graduation gift: At last, a book that shows you how to build—design—a life you can thrive in, at any age or stage.
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    Who Says You Can’t? You Do

    by Daniel Chidiac

    With practical exercises and interactive tools, this book challenges you to ask hard questions and make life-changing decisions–and ultimately guides you to the fulfillment you have been seeking.
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    Find Your Why

    by Simon Sinek, David Mead and Peter Docker

    Find Your Why picks up where Start With Why left off. It shows you how to apply Simon Sinek’s powerful insights so that you can find more inspiration at work — and in turn inspire those around you.
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    Getting Things Done

    by David Allen

    Since it was first published almost fifteen years ago, David Allen’s Getting Things Done has become one of the most influential business books of its era, and the ultimate book on personal organization.
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    When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

    by Daniel H. Pink

    In When, Pink distills cutting-edge research and data on timing and synthesizes them into a fascinating, readable narrative packed with irresistible stories and practical takeaways that give readers compelling insights into how we can live richer, more engaged lives.
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    Finish

    by Jon Acuff

    Jon Acuff, bestselling author of Do Over, Quitter, and Start, offers strategies for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Why can’t I finish what I started?”
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    Dare to Lead

    by Brené Brown

    Brené Brown has taught us what it means to dare greatly, rise strong, and brave the wilderness. Now, based on new research conducted with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, she’s showing us how to put those ideas into practice so we can step up and lead.
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    The More of Less

    by Joshua Becker

    The More of Less delivers an empowering plan for living more by owning less. With practical suggestions and encouragement to personalize your own minimalist style, Joshua Becker shows you why minimizing possessions is the best way to maximize life.
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