8 Life Changing Books to Get you Ready for 2021
A List of Life Changing Self-Development Books anyone can Enjoy and Learn from.
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The new year is here, and what better way to start it, than with a list of life-changing books to get you ready for the year ahead.
I have rounded up books that give meaningful life lessons on topics ranging from self-growth, careers, entrepreneurship, finance, and property.
You can find out more about the books by clicking on the title of each one.
1. Slay in your Lane, Elizabeth Uviebinené and Yomi Adegoke
The long-awaited guide to life for a generation of black British women inspired to make lemonade out of lemons, and find success in every area of their lives.
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Slay in your lane is a motivational tool and resource for the next generation of Black women in the UK. The authors seek to help Black women succeed in every area of their life by exploring common challenges Black women face in work, education, relationships, and more.
The authors provide practical tips and advice through their own personal stories, and interviews with several successful Black women, on how to navigate and overcome these challenges.
2. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen R. Covey
What are the habits of successful people? The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for 25 years. It has transformed the lives of Presidents and CEOs, educators, parents, and students — in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations have benefited from Dr. Covey’s 7 Habits book. And, it can transform you.
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This is an inspiring and impactful book that walks readers through 7 habits that successful people use to enrich their lives. The author guides readers through the 7 habits which include:
- Habit 1: Be Proactive
- Habit 2: Begin With The End In Mind
- Habit 3: Put First Things First
- Habit 4: Think Win-Win
- Habit 5: Seek First To Understand Then Be Understood
- Habit 6: Synergize
- Habit 7: Sharpen The Saw
3. What a Time to be Alone, Chidera Eggerue
Sometimes it’s not easy to find self-worth in a world that seems obsessed with telling us we’re not good enough.
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We live in a world where it is hard to realise your self-worth and be comfortable with who you are. That’s where What a time to Be alone comes in, as the author makes it her mission to empower her readers. She helps them realise their self-worth and goes the extra mile in encouraging them to embrace it.
This is a fun and engaging read, as the book is illustrated with the author’s own creative artwork and there are inspirational Igbo proverbs outlined throughout the book from the author’s Nigerian mother.
4. Becoming, Michelle Obama
In a life filled with meaning and accomplishment, Michelle Obama has emerged as one of the most iconic and compelling women of our era.
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Michelle Obama provides a deep reflection of her life and captivates us through storytelling. She brings readers into her world and looks at her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her time working as an executive whilst balancing motherhood.
She talks honestly about her time as the First Lady of the United States and opens up about her disappointments and triumphs within her personal and public life.
5. Heart & Hustle, Patricia Bright
I’m going to show you how to hustle like I do, using your head and heart. All it takes is three steps…” YOUR BRAND: how you can use who you are to smash it online YOUR BUSINESS: how to run your side hustle like a total boss YOUR BELIEFS: ditch the thinking that’s holding you back
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Patricia Bright is one of the original British YouTubers and has built a successful brand online. Her book serves as an inspirational guide, full of advice and tips to help people succeed in whichever endeavor they decide to pursue.
She talks openly about some of the lessons she learned from growing up in South London to when she quit her 9–5 job to take her online brand to the next level.
6. How to Own the Room, Viv Groskop
Most books about public speaking don’t tell you what to do when you open your mouth and nothing comes out. And they don’t tell you how to get over the anxiety about performance that most people naturally have. They don’t tell you what to do in the moments when you are made, as a woman, to feel small. They don’t tell you how to own the room. This book does.
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How to own the room is a powerful book that seeks to help people find their voice and use it with impact. The author does this by looking at the public speaking styles of prominent women and gives practical tips and advice, at the end of each chapter, that you can practice at your own pace.
7. Little Black Book, Otegha Uwagba
Little Black Book: A Toolkit For Working Women is the modern career guide every creative woman needs, whether you’re just starting out or already have years of experience. Packed with fresh ideas and no-nonsense practical advice, this travel-sized career handbook is guaranteed to become your go-to resource when it comes to building the career you want.
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Otegha walks you through how to build a successful career. She looks at a range of topics creatives and professionals face and provides helpful solutions to these challenges. This includes, how to negotiate a higher salary and how to build a strong personal brand.
This book is a pocket-sized handbook which makes it an easy read, that people can refer back to when needed.
8. Money: A User’s Guide, Laura Whateley
Take control of your personal finances with this concise, timely and indispensable guide, from acclaimed money expert Laura Whateley.
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This is an educational book on personal finance. Laura teaches readers about important personal finance matters that everyone should know and does not shy away from difficult money conversations. She covers topics ranging from saving, property, pensions, investing, and more.
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