This is a summary review of Words That Work containing key details about the book. What is Words That Work About? “Words That Work” is a book that teaches how to effectively communicate and persuade others using language that is both clear and influential. In Words That Work, Luntz offers a behind-the-scenes look at how […]
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Linchpin: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Linchpin containing key details about the book. What is Linchpin About? Linchpin is a book that explores the changing nature of work in the 21st century and argues that individuals who can bring unique talents and skills to their organizations and become indispensable, or “linchpins,” will thrive in the […]
Truth, Lies and Advertising: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Truth, Lies and Advertising containing key details about the book. What is Truth, Lies and Advertising About? “Truth, Lies and Advertising” is a book that explores the ethics of advertising and how marketers manipulate the truth to sell products. In Truth, Lies, and Advertising, the author describes how successful […]
Tell Me More: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Tell Me More containing key details about the book. What is Tell Me More About? “Tell Me More” is a book that explores the power of language and communication skills to build deeper connections and relationships. In Tell Me More, the author’s back with a deeply personal, unfailingly honest, […]
Intelligent Disobedience: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Intelligent Disobedience containing key details about the book. What is Intelligent Disobedience About? “Intelligent Disobedience: Doing Right When What You’re Told to Do Is Wrong” by Ira Chaleff is a book that explores the concept of taking ethical and responsible actions even when it means going against authority or […]
Five Stars: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Five Stars containing key details about the book. What is Five Stars About? “Five Stars: The Communication Secrets to Get from Good to Great” is a book written by Carmine Gallo. The book focuses on the communication strategies of some of the world’s most successful leaders and how those […]
Rogue States: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Rogue States containing key details about the book. What is Rogue States About? “Rogue States: The Rule of Force in World Affairs” by Dan Gardner is a book that explores the role of power and force in international relations. In Rogue States, the author argues that the real “rogue” […]
The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari: Summary Review
This is a summary review of The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari containing key details about the book. What is The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari About? “The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari” is a self-help book by Robin Sharma that draws on Eastern philosophy and spirituality to offer guidance for leading a fulfilling and […]
Madness and Civilization: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Madness and Civilization containing key details about the book. What is Madness and Civilization About? “Madness and Civilization: A History of Insanity in the Age of Reason” is a non-fiction book written by Michel Foucault that examines the historical and cultural construction of madness and insanity. Madness and Civilization […]
The Seven Sins of Memory: Summary Review
This is a summary review of The Seven Sins of Memory containing key details about The Seven Sins of Memory. What is The Seven Sins of Memory About? “The Seven Sins of Memory” by Daniel L. Schacter explores the different ways in which memory can fail us, and the impact that these failures can have […]
On the Shortness of Life: Summary Review
This is a summary review of On the Shortness of Life containing key details about the book. What is On the Shortness of Life About? “On the Shortness of Life” is a moral essay written by the ancient Roman philosopher Seneca. In the book, Seneca reflects on the concept of time and how people often […]
Words Like Loaded Pistols: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Words Like Loaded Pistols containing key details about the book. What is Words Like Loaded Pistols About? “Words Like Loaded Pistols” explores the power of language and how words can shape our beliefs, emotions, and actions. In Words Like Loaded Pistols, Sam Leith traces the art of argument from […]
How Brands Grow: Summary Review
This is a summary review of How Brands Grow containing key details about the book. What is How Brands Grow About? This book provides evidence-based answers to the key questions asked by marketers every day. Tackling issues such as how brands grow, how advertising really works, what price promotions really do and how loyalty programs […]
Super Thinking: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Super Thinking containing key details about the book. What is Super Thinking About? “Super Thinking: The Big Book of Mental Models” by Gabriel Weinberg and Lauren McCann is a comprehensive guide to mental models and how they can help improve decision making and problem solving. Super Thinking is a […]
The Da Vinci Curse: Summary Review
This is a summary review of The Da Vinci Curse containing key details about The Da Vinci Curse. What is The Da Vinci Curse About? The Da Vinci Curse ‘s “symptoms” are not pretty: contradictory interests, bursts of enthusiasm that soon fade, and the feeling that we are not really doing anything-at least not seriously. […]
New Power: Summary Review
This is a summary review of New Power containing key details about the book. What is New Power About? “New Power” explores the shift from traditional, hierarchical power structures to a more participatory, decentralized form of power that is facilitated by technology and driven by the collective actions of communities. New power is behind the […]
Predictive Analytics: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Predictive Analytics containing key details about the book. What is Predictive Analytics About? “Predictive Analytics: The Power to Predict Who Will Click, Buy, Lie, or Die” is a book by Eric Siegel that explores the world of predictive analytics. Predictive Analytics explains the use of data, statistical algorithms, and […]
The Challenger Sale: Summary Review
This is a summary review of The Challenger Sale containing key details about the book. What is The Challenger Sale About? The Challenger Sale explores how sales representatives can differentiate themselves by challenging their clients’ existing beliefs and presenting unique, valuable insights to drive growth and win business. The Challenger Sale argues that relationship-building is […]
Let Me Out: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Let Me Out containing key details about the book. What is Let Me Out About? Using practices mined from his years as a successful musician, Himmelman shows you how to open your mind and unite left AND right-brained thinking through powerful and deceptively easy exercises. The perfect tool for […]
TED Talks: Summary Review
This is a summary review of TED Talks containing key details about the book. What is TED Talks About? “TED Talks” is a book that highlights the power of ideas and the art of public speaking through a collection of the best talks delivered at the TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) conference. Done right, a talk […]
Insight Selling: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Insight Selling containing key details about the book. What is Insight Selling About? “Insight Selling: Surprising Research on What Sales Winners Do Differently” by Mike Schultz and John Doerr is a book that provides a new approach to sales, based on research and best practices, and shows how to […]
Fit for Growth: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Fit for Growth containing key details about the book. What is Fit for Growth About? “Fit for Growth: A Guide to Strategic Cost Transformation” is a book written by Vinay Couto, John Plan and John R. Childress. The book presents a framework for organizations to achieve sustainable growth by […]
Trust Me, I’m Lying: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Trust Me, I’m Lying containing key details about the book. What is Trust Me, I’m Lying About? The book “Trust Me, I’m Lying” explores the manipulative tactics of online media and reveals how bloggers, advertisers, and companies use deceit to spread false information and drive traffic to their sites. […]
Wonderland: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Wonderland containing key details about the book. What is Wonderland About? “Wonderland” is a book that explores the concept of creativity and innovation in modern society and how it affects our daily lives and the world at large. In Wonderland, the author argues that if you want to understand […]
The Missionary Position: Summary Review
This is a summary review of The Missionary Position containing key details about the book. What is The Missionary Position About? “The Missionary Position: Mother Teresa in Theory and Practice” is a book by Christopher Hitchens that critiques the image and work of Mother Teresa. The Missionary Position’s introduction is devoted to Mother Teresa’s acceptance […]