Today I share three books that have been life-changing for me and my friends and colleagues. Read these books to start the year, and I believe it'll become your best year yet.

Practicing leadership with a hospitable mindset is the right way - the moral way - to lead people. But when understood properly, hospitable leadership has a radical edge. And, it brings revolutionary results.

Andres Valdes shares the 7 inspirational decisions that helped him overcome failures, setbacks, and life's punches by using self-leadership to turn adversity into an advantage.

The life experiences Thane shares speak to the reality that, more often than not, we will fail. But, in failing there's learning. And in learning there's growth.

The unvarnished tale of a rags-to-riches story that any entrepreneur or restaurant enthusiast will love and learn from.

Clarity Wins is a proven handbook to create competitive advantage in any marketplace. You don't have to spend a million dollars to rise above the noise and grow referrals. You just need to learn how to be clear.

No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for getting 1% better every day.

Back to Human is designed to help you discover how the next generation of leaders will create a workplace where teammates feel genuinely connected, engaged, and empowered, without relying on technology.

What if you could stop selling altogether and grow your profits? With The Serving Mindset, you'll learn how to serve, elevate your business success, and feel great about it!

Do you have a vision you want to share with the world — but you feel overwhelmed by the firehose of advice you find online? Then Master Content Strategy from Pamela Wilson is your guidebook.

In this solo episode, I outline what I've learned over the years running my own business, to help me stand out among everyone else and get noticed.

The roadmap to success as a knowledge worker, professional, and expert has changed. This is the guidebook for navigating and thriving in this new world.

Author Steve Trautman offers revolutionary yet practical ideas for every level of an organization so that you can manage talent risk with clear, measurable, and relevant data.

The book Talk Triggers finally gives you the practical framework you need to turn customers into volunteer marketers.

The Expertise Economy shows how the most forward-thinking companies, big and small, are transforming their employees into experts and, ultimately, creating their biggest competitive advantage.

Popular author and lifestyle blogger, Jessica Turner helps working moms live with intentionality, love their families well, practice healthy self-care, and thrive both at work and at home.

We know that overusing technology harms our health and relationships, but how can we rewire our habits for a healthier life? Arlene Pellicane has the answers.

Win the Hour, Win the Day author Kris Ward walks us through her time management for small business strategies and techniques.

What if the competitive model of business is broken? Collaborative Advantage, says Paul Skinner, can be used to drive a greater level of success that is better for you, better for your customers and better for society.

Instead of sacrificing your family, friendships, and freedom to keep your business alive, what if instead your business could run itself, freeing you up to do what you love when you want, while it continues to grow and turn a profit?

The Family Board Meeting is a carefully designed, easy-to-follow strategy for creating outstanding quality time with your children.

The steady career path is a thing of the past: disruption is here to stay. You need to be able to keep learning, growing and reinventing yourself to stay valuable in the midst of this change. Superconductors shows you how.

The cofounders of the Remote Leadership Institute, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, show leaders how to guide their teams by recalling the foundational principles of leadership.

John and Mark identify seven common stalls most leaders will face, suggesting radical changes in mindset, behaviors, and skills on the way to reinventing themselves as "sophisticated" leaders.

Everything you need to make the leap from the "9 to 5" you hate to earning six-figures doing work you love from anywhere.

With the world moving rapidly towards a freelance model, Freelance to Freedom is not only timely and necessary, but it’s also entertaining, engaging and paints a picture for anyone looking for a life of freedom with money, time and location.

Bursting with bid ideas and enduring lessons, WHEN will transform how you think about your past, your present, and your future.

Creative Freedom dives into how to own your dreams without selling your soul. It's your guide to personal and financial success as a creative entrepreneur.

As the nature of work changes and technology carries things across the globe in a moment, communication skills become more valuable - not less.

Alice's book is a practical guide for any business leader who wants to build, expand or reinvent their company by finding new value in global challenges.

In The Fun Formula, Joel Comm reveals that the best path to success - in work and in life - is to focus on our passions.

Everything you need to create a truly rich life is already in your possession. This book shows you how to make it happen.

Stephen Warley discusses what to do if you're feeling anxious about your work, and how to prepare for the inevitable future changes.

Read this book to learn what they don't teach in business school about becoming a high-impact Chief-level executive.

Discover stories of real people who've faced moments of choice that caused them to dig deep, find their courage, and create a life and career of meaning.

This book is witty and wise and provides insightful guidance and motivation for anyone facing change, seeking career-life balance, or weighing a next step.

Robin's book will help you change your perceptions of your own business so that you can get out of your own way.

When it comes to networking, forget the outdated advice you've already heard. Learn how to make use of the hidden networks you already have.

I've launched a number of mastermind groups over the years. Here's what I've found to be the path to launching yours successfully.

Retirement is changing, and the process you use to make critical decisions about your life and money must too.

Learn how to keep your relationship strong when there's a startup in the family.

Throughout this book, celebrated entrepreneurs share ideas that worked for them. With a fleet of trusted experts by your side, starting a business will be faster, less confusing, and a whole lot more fun.

We have more control over our minds than we think. Learn how to train your brain to create the life - and future - you want.

Learn how achieving success, creating balance, and experiencing fulfillment begin and end with Remember Who You Are.

Rather than rush through another day leaving things un-done and roses un-sniffed, take a beat and a breath and take back your day with The Free-Time Formula.

What I learned from my father's passing was the incredible impact he had on everyone he encountered.

How can you become a Superconnector? Scott and Ryan share instructive anecdotes from a who's who roster of high achievers, revealing how to systematically manage a professional community and maximize its value.

Prepare for an inspiring journey, following an ancient manuscript with powerful lessons that will transform your life.

In this milestone episode, we look back at the last 100 episodes and feature 5 interviews focused on the art of relating, communicating, and effective public speaking.

The complete guide every busy leader needs for creating an amazing team culture.

No matter what creative field you're in, Herding Tigers will give you the confidence and the skills to foster an environment in which clients, management, and employees have a product they can be proud of and a process that works.

H3 Leadership is an application-driven, practical leadership playbook and road map that provides a proven process on how not only to run but finish well in the leadership race.

In Your Best Year Ever, Michael Hyatt shares a powerful, proven, research-driven system for setting and achieving your goals.