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My Top 5:

“Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don’t Know,” by Malcolm Gladwell

Talking to strangers, by Malcolm Gladwell highlighted 7 themes which I found a good reminder: We …

“Born a Crime” by Trevor Noah – A Triumph of Wit and Resilience

“Born a Crime” by Trevor Noah is a riveting memoir that not only provides an intimate…

Trust & Inspire: how truly great leaders unleash greatness in others by Stephen MR Covey

In today’s fast-paced world, where trust seems to be in short supply, Stephen MR Covey&#821…

“Taking Command” by General Sir David Richards

“Taking Command” by General Sir David Richards provides a candid glimpse into the pro…

“The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life” by David Robson

I really enjoyed this book not just for our health and how we can set ourselves up for health or …

“Relentless: from good to great to unstoppable” by Tim S Grover

This is a blunt controversial and hard-hitting book. It’s not for everyone. Tim S. Grover’s…

“Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do Is Healthy and Rewarding” by Daniel Lieberman

I enjoyed his challenging tone and unique perspective on physical activity and its role in human …

“Into Thin Air” by Jon Krakauer

Having interviewed Hari Budha Magar, who mentioned to me that 17 people died this season on Evere…

The Last Honest Man – the CIA, the FBI, the Mafia and the Kennedys, and one Senator’s fight to save democracy.

My Thanks to Matt Oppenheimer CEO Remitly Global, for recommending a great book with connections …

Running Deep: an Australian Submarine Life by Commander Peter Scott

This is a fascinating story, which I had to listen to avidly on my daily dog walks. “Runnin…

It’s Your Ship: Management techniques from the best damn ship in the Navy” by Michael Abrashoff

Overview: In “It’s Your Ship,” Michael Abrashoff presents a compelling case for…

“When the Tempest Gathers” by Colonel Andy Milburn – From Mogadishu to the Fight Against ISIS, a Marine Special Operations Commander at War

Overview: Colonel Andy Milburn’s memoir, “When the Tempest Gathers,” is more than a mere recount …

Fighting Scared” by Robin Horsfall

“Fighting Scared” by Robin Horsfall recounts his own life story, particularly focusin…

The Culture Code – Daniel Coyle

I enjoyed this easy listen and took away a few useful tips as follows: Top 10 Tips for Business L…

“Politics on the Edge” by Rory Stewart

Rory Stewart’s autobiography, “Politics on the Edge,” is a riveting insight int…

The Diary of CEO by Steven Bartlett

The Diary of CEO by Steven Bartlett: an easy listen/ read book by a 30-year old self-made entrepr…

Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson

Walter Isaacson is well-known for his biographies of Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vin…

Danger Close: Commanding 3 Para in Afghanistan, by Colonel Stuart Tootle DSO, OBE

It was a real honour to interview Stuart and learn so much from him. In “Danger Close,&#822…

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