What to read November ‘23
A curated list of books that don't just fill your shelves—the kind of books that sit with you long after you’ve turned the last page
‘What to read’ is my end-of-the-month recommendation and round-up of the books I read last month, which I think you would enjoy during your coffee breaks.
It is a short, curated list of books that don't just fill your shelves—the kind of books that sit with you long after you’ve turned the last page.
These could be the books which provoked:
The ideas that changed my mind unexpectedly (and could do the same for you)
The reflections that inspired me to see the world a little differently
Curiosity. You should know that curiosity not only boosts creativity but also helps you live longer, according to recent research...”1
Best discoveries from November ‘23:
Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence by Daniel Goleman
At work, we're interrupted every 11 minutes, and it takes 25 minutes to regain deep focus. Goleman's research reveals how fragmented attention rewires our brains, making concentration increasingly tricky.
Read this if:
Your attention span feels shorter than a YouTube shorts
You mistake busy for productive
Singletasking: Get More Done—One Thing at a Time by Devora Zack in
Zack's book shows why our attempts to do everything simultaneously are actually making us worse at everything.
Read this if:
Your brain feels like 37 browser tabs open simultaneously
You pride yourself on "handling multiple things at once"
You're ready to stop confusing motion with progress
That’s my list, what is yours? You know me, I’m always eager to get good book recommendations. What have you been reading the past month?