The World's Best Book Summaries
Is your workspace cluttered? Does it make you feel anxious and stressed? In their book Joy at Work, tidying expert Marie Kondo and organizational psychologist Scott Sonenshein reveal how decluttering your workspace can dramatically boost your productivity and happiness. By teaching you to keep only what “sparks joy,” they help you reclaim meaning and control. Continue reading for decluttering tips that can help you spark joy at work.
What are the three Ds of insurance? What do insurance companies gain by slowing down the payment process? How are these tactics exploitative? In his book Delay, Deny, Defend, legal scholar and insurance expert Jay Feinman argues that major US insurance companies are profit-seeking entities that systematically avoid paying legitimate claims. He explains the tactics they use, and how and why they often work. Continue reading to learn about the three Ds insurance strategy.
How can you remain relevant in a future of AI? What human capabilities can’t AI replicate? How can you use AI to your advantage rather than your detriment? As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms our world, many of us wonder how to remain relevant in an automated future. In Irreplaceable, Pascal Bornet tackles this question. He explains that as AI spreads, our success will lie in learning to work with it—by augmenting our distinctively human strengths with this powerful technology. Keep reading for an overview of Bornet’s book.
How many times per day do you reach for your phone? Do you want to regain power over your attention? In The Sirens’ Call, MSNBC host Chris Hayes demystifies the mechanics of an economy built to commandeer your attention. He reveals how our attention has become a commodity seized and controlled by media platforms and advertisers for their profit. Here is Chris Hayes’s advice for how individuals and society can reclaim their attention.
What controversy did the book Careless People cause? What was the public reception of the book? In Careless People, Sarah Wynn-Williams—Facebook’s Director of Global Policy from 2011-2017—offers an insider account of her time working alongside Facebook leaders. As expected, the tell-all book stirred up a mixture of reactions. Here’s a look at why the book caused discontent among some.
Have you had a valid health insurance claim denied? What can be done to restore the protection that insurance is meant to provide? In the book Delay, Deny, Defend, Jay Feinman argues that major US insurance companies have transformed from trusted protectors to profit-seeking entities that systematically avoid paying legitimate claims. He says major insurers abandoned their traditional protective role to maximize profits at the expense of their policyholders. Continue reading below for an overview of this eye-opening book.
Are you drowning in a sea of workspace clutter, endless emails, and back-to-back meetings? How can you find meaning in your work? In Joy at Work, tidying expert Marie Kondo and organizational psychologist Scott Sonenshein reveal how decluttering your workspace can dramatically boost your productivity and happiness. They help you eliminate distractions, reclaim control over your workday, and rediscover meaning in your professional life. Continue reading for an overview of the book, complete with practical exercises.
Do you often find yourself feeling lonely, despite the world being more connected than ever? Why do humans crave social connection? In an age where digital connection has never been easier, an invisible epidemic of isolation threatens our well-being. In Together, former US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy reveals that loneliness is a public health crisis with consequences as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes daily. Continue reading for an overview of the book Together.
Do you struggle to maintain mental focus? What actions can you take to resist the attention economy? In The Sirens’ Call, MSNBC host Chris Hayes demystifies the mechanics of an economy built to commandeer your attention. He reveals how our attention has become a commodity seized and controlled by media platforms and advertisers for their profit. Continue reading for an overview of the book, along with insights on how to regain control of your mental life.
Why are some writers more successful than others at connecting with readers? How can you write more effectively? According to behavioral scientists Todd Rogers and Jessica Lasky-Fink, successful writers write effectively. In Writing for Busy Readers, Todd Rogers and Jessica Lasky-Fink offer evidence-based techniques you can use to improve your impact and increase your reach no matter what you’re writing about. Continue reading to learn why effective writing is so important and for the eight-step process to improve your writing.