Books and People

I had the privilege of hearing the late Charlie “Tremendous” Jones several years ago, and he is famous for saying…

“You are the same today as you’ll be in five years except for two things, the books you read and the people you meet.”

I’ve read quite a few books, and I want to keep reading more and more to learn…and pass along those learnings. I’ve started giving away books to the incredible people that I serve through 8TRACKstudios. Yesterday, I ordered several books through Amazon, and they arrived today. Rather than simply handing them off in their nakedness, I wrapped each book in kraft paper and jute string, and then I attached a typed, personal note.

Books I’m Mailing Tomorrow

Love Is the Killer App: How to Win Business and Influence Friends
Tim Sanders does an incredible job of teaching us how to be a lovecat – sharing our knowledge, network, and compassion.

Orbiting the Giant Hairball: A Corporate Fool’s Guide to Surviving with Grace
After spending years at the hairball called Hallmark, the author shares how to survive in a corporation without losing your soul.

The Red Rubber Ball at Work: Elevate Your Game Through the Hidden Power of Play
Kevin Carroll is one of the most inspiring people I’ve ever heard speak. All of his “red rubber ball” books give me a tingly feeling inside.

Current Books I’m Reading
Right now, I’m reading these books and look forward to passing (some of) them along to other clients…

The 4-Hour Workweek, Expanded and Updated
I’ve read this book by Tim Ferris about 5 times, and I get something new out of it everytime. I LOVE this book. It continues to illuminate my mind to new ways of “working” so that I’ll actually enjoy life…and not just work it away.

Rework
This book sucked. Don’t buy it. It’s a business book by the people at 37signals, and it’s common sense.

Making Ideas Happen: Overcoming the Obstacles Between Vision and Reality
I just started reading this, and it’s proving to be good so far.

How about you?
What are you reading?
What are you giving away?