Leadership
March Reading List
This is my reading list from March 2024.
Power & Progress – Daron Acemoglu – I listened to the audiobook. Power & Progress is a compelling history of invention that leads to prosperity, the curation of power, and the need to ask for permission. AI will be no different if we don’t make it open-source for all. Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta control the internet as we know it. They have inserted themselves as the gate-keeper. If you want to play, you must do so through one or all of them. It’s time for a change.
Human Compatible – Stuart Russell – I happened to listen to this book on the heels of Power & Progress, and it blew my mind. The assertion I make above is spelled out brilliantly in Human Compatible. AI poses risks that are too numerous to mention, many of which we can’t know. My encouragement to you is to read deeply about AI. Read deeply from different disciplines. Be aware. Not cynical, but aware. Reading.
Generative Artificial Intelligence—Jerry Kaplan If you can’t tell, I’m on a kick to understand the more profound implications of Artificial Intelligence—not the technical side of AI but rather the potential impact it will have on society. I got a kick out of this book because the author lists his email in the pages with an invitation to email him. I did, and he responded. I’m not sure why I think it’s cool, but I do.
Supercommunicator – Charles Duhigg This book started out slow for me. Not sure if I was in a weird place when I started to listen or it just didn’t have a good hook. I powered through it, however, because I’ve been training a lot lately, training for long-distance runs. Supercommunicators was a distant second to Mr. Duhigg’s prior works (The Power of Habit is my favorite), but worth picking up.
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Get Outdoors for Your Health: Unveiling Nature’s Prescription
I’ve discovered something transformative, and it’s as simple as stepping outdoors. Nature holds an unparalleled power to rejuvenate our minds and bodies, yet it’s often overlooked in our daily hustle.
"Embrace the outdoors; it's nature's way of whispering secrets of well-being to us." – Mike Brewer Share on XIn our quest for health, we chase after complex solutions, ignoring the simplicity of nature’s offer. Tiny doses of sunlight, fresh air, and the soothing presence of green spaces can dramatically enhance our physical and mental health.
Consider this an invitation to steal moments from your day to reconnect with the outdoors. Take a brief walk, do some light gardening, or simply bask in the sun.
These acts are a vital component of your wellness regime.
By prioritizing time outside, you embark on a journey to a healthier, happier you. The secret isn’t locked away in a pill bottle or fitness app; it’s beyond your doorstep.
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Shatter Your Limits: The Art of Surpassing Expectations
2024 is a pivot year. Shatter your limits.
Shifts in your perspective can lead to appropriate changes in your life
Embrace the idea that your potential is not fixed but rather boundless.
"Steal this moment to reinvent yourself." – Mike Brewer Share on XAnd living beyond expectations requires an inner transformation.
It starts with questioning the story you tell yourself.
You are in control.
You can choose the path of continuous pursuit of growth driven by curiosity and resilience.
Or, you can choose to be comfortable.
I encourage you to cultivate a mindset that sees every challenge as an opportunity.
Doing so gives you the courage to transform obstacles into stepping stones.
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Discovering Growth Through Purpose: A Journey to Success
Growth flourishes where the purpose is planted.
Each step taken with intention paves the path.
True growth is found in knowing why we do what we do.
This clarity of purpose guides us through the trials of life.
It transforms those trials into stepping stones, pushing us.
"Growth and purpose are linked; the secret to achieving your potential lies in understanding your why." – Mike Brewer Share on XConsider this: the purpose is about the journey, the learnings, and the people we touch along the way.
It’s about crafting a legacy, not a resume.
We get motivation and resilience when we align our actions with our deeper mission.
This isn’t just theory; it’s a lived experience shared by those who’ve dared to dream, define, and do with deliberate purpose.
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The Magnetic Appeal of the Loadstone: A Lesson in Attraction
I’m fascinated by how the loadstone’s magnetic pull. It’s not just a physical phenomenon but a metaphor for enticement.
This natural magnet teaches us the power of inherent attraction, influencing our human interest and curiosity.
When considering personal and professional growth, taking on the loadstone’s appeal means cultivating qualities that naturally draw others to us.
Become a person of knowledge, authenticity, and charisma.
This is a reminder that attraction extends beyond the physical, it touches the essence of our interactions and relationships.
Consider embracing the loadstone’s lesson: Be your authentic self, and the world gravitates towards you.
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