MadelineIn 2022, I set a goal to read 75 books. I am happy to say that I not only met this goal, but exceeded it and read 100 books, including three and half Stephen King …
Building Strong Teams with The Ideal Team Player: A Book Review
The Ideal Team Player by Patrick M. Lencioni is a thought-provoking book that delves into the qualities that make an ideal team player. The book presents a clear and concise framework for building and maintaining …
The Three Essential Virtues of the Ideal Team Player
In his book “The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues”, author Patrick Lencioni explores the concept of what makes a great team player and the three essential virtues that …
9 Very Different Books I Read in August 2022
My “To Read” list on Goodreads has almost 700 books on it. These books range from biographies to thrillers to self-published to young adults to self-help. The way I decide what to read is a combination …
Find Your Why: A Book Review to Find What Drives You
In “Find Your Why,” Simon Sinek helps readers and teams within companies discover their own “why,” or the purpose that drives them. Sinek argues that this sense of purpose is essential for personal fulfillment, professional …
Mastering the Craft in 12 Lessons: A Review of Stephen King’s “On Writing”
“On Writing” by Stephen King is a must-read for any aspiring writer. Through a combination of memoir and writing advice, King shares his own journey to becoming a successful author and the lessons he has …
Emily Nussbaum’s “I Like to Watch”: A Thought-Provoking Look at the Evolution of Television and Its Cultural Impact
Emily Nussbaum’s “I Like to Watch”: A Thought-Provoking Look at the Evolution of Television and Its Cultural Impact
A Case for Reading More Genres of Literature
Reading more genres of a diverse range of books is important to help us grow as readers. It also helps us see the world from different perspectives and experience different types of lives. Some genres, …
The Snowflake Method: A Simple Way To Write A Better Novel
Are you having trouble getting started on your novel? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many writers struggle with finding the right way to start their story. But there is a method that can help you …
Wish You Were Here: A Book Review
Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult explains that what you want one day may change. Decisions you make as a dreamer are not the same decisions you will make as a full grown adult. …