Which books should I read to have a better personality
Which books should I read to have a better personality
Updated on August 29, 2022 16:24 PM by Ava Sara
One of the common and most important characteristics of successful people is that they are readers and keen to learn new things as they move ahead. To achieve success in any domain, you should have specialized knowledge about it. You may not believe it, but personality development is such an essential part of your life. A better personality will help you more than you can think of.
The books included in this list are more about setting your passion on fire and providing ideas instead of a step-by-step guide.
But, before starting our list, we have to ask you some questions – when was the last time you read a book? Umm…in college, a workshop or a café table? Or are you one of those who read whenever they get the time? Or are you a daily reader? (if yes, give a pat on your back from our side).
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So, now let us start with our list:
1. As A Man Thinketh – James Allen
It is the number one and oldest book on our list, as it was published in 1903. The book is considered a masterpiece. This book describes how you can change your life simply by changing your thoughts. Everyone rises and falls according to the thoughts they entertain. Your environment is the consequence of the thoughts you bear and the behavior resulting from those thoughts.
This book reveals the secrets to experiencing the most fulfilling existence possible, guided by elaborative understanding and appreciation of how your thoughts to craft your lives. The book explains how to manage your thoughts, leading to constructive behavior.
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2. The Power of Subconscious Mind – Dr. Joseph Murphy
Dr. Murphy, in this book, talks about how whatever happens in your life is due to how your conscious and subconscious work. He explains some practical methods to change your destiny, mainly by redirecting and focusing on this miraculous energy.
He has studied major religions of the world for years now. His studies convince him that there is some great power behind all spiritual lives, and this power is found within everyone. This book has the potential to unlock a world of happiness, success, peace, and prosperity for you.
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3. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey
This book provides integrated, holistic, and principal-centric methods to solve your personal problems.
With piercing insights and pointed tales, the author reveals a stepwise pathway to live your life with integrity, fairness, human dignity, and service – principles that give us the strength to adapt to change and the power and wisdom to benefit from the opportunities these changes bring.
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4. The Only Skill That Matters – Jonathan A. Levi
The daily information we receive from all four directions is overwhelming. How do you keep yourself on top of everything to keep your job or get used to the new needs of modern life?
This book shows you what all you need to handle the challenges of the future – both in your personal as well as your personal life. In the book, author Levi shares an attitude that’ll help you be a super learner. This attitude is embedded in neuroscience. Top performers and athletes have used these approaches to impel them to success.
Within the book's pages, you will learn how to learn quickly and improve your capability to recall information. People who read this book labeled it as a 'game changer.'
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5. The Success Principles – Jack Canfield
All avid readers, especially self-help books, are very well aware of Jack Canfield. He is the author of a famous motivational series named 'Chicken Soup for the Soul.' He has been inspiring millions of people for years now.
In this book, Canfield offers 65 techniques to transform your life. If you are looking for a single self-help book that provides you with heaps of incredible ideas to achieve success and improve your life, then this one's for you.
However, die-hard self-help books fans would find some of the ideas given in this book to be renovated versions of ideas they have already come across. The simple reason why this book has repeated principles or ideas is that they worked.
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6. Think and Grow Rich – Napoleon Hill
It would be very convenient for anyone to judge a book about achieving success as stale and outdated because it was written eight decades ago and found in success mantras of men such as Andrew Carnegie, Henry Ford, and Thomas Edison. This is not at all true. There are some parts where you need to substitute modern ways of execution for their old-fashioned equivalents. The basic principles are based on human nature and are as relevant today as they were eight decades ago.
The book is considered a classic, and for a good reason too. Over the years, so many successful people have read it and gained insight and knowledge which have helped them succeed in their respective fields. When a personal development book remains relevant for so long, just like this one has, there is a reason for its longevity.
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7. The Power of Positive Thinking – Norman Vincent Peale
Most people who achieve any amount of success in any field will have one thing in common: they'll agree that attitude plays an important part in their success. Positive thinking will not make you successful overnight, but it will put you in a position to make the most out of your success when you achieve it.
One slight negative aspect of this book that many people complain about is some of the religious implications given in this book. Yes, Dr. Peale is an extremely faithful Christian, but this book is helpful irrespective of your personal faith. Just follow the good advice.
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8. Outliers The Story of Success – Malcolm Gladwell
Outliers follow a scientific way to what you actually need to be successful in your life. Unlike other books on this list, this book doesn't give particular steps you should follow to attain success.
It looks at incredibly interesting tales that support this book's key point that you cannot achieve success by skill or luck, but the only true measurement is the time we spend on our skills. All those who have achieved higher success almost always spend more time working on the skills they use in their success.
The book is pretty interesting, with some great fables and tales making it an enjoyable read.
9. Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity – David Allen
Some people are unorganized by nature. That's why reading this book for the first time will be a life-changing experience for such people. Allen offers strong advice on planning every aspect of your busy life (professionally and personally).
This book offers a solution for all the chaos life throws you. It helps you be organized above everything else. Though you'll be unable to follow all the tenets of this book, in the beginning, it is okay. It is a must-read even if you don't wish to follow some of his approaches; the basic ideas will throw light on multiple ways to improve your productivity.
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10. The Power of Full Engagement – Jim Leohr and Tony Schwatrz
Almost everyone feels that time is the enemy. We don't even realize how often we hear things like 'I wish I had time for that or 'I have no time left for this.' The central theme of the book is that everyone has it backward. According to Loehr and Schwartz, the key is energy and not time.
Success is all about making successive life sprints and not a marathon. By focusing closely on your tasks and then resting completely, you can get plenty in less time and make your life happier and more fulfilling.
This book highlights some amazing points. Next time you say that you don't have enough time to do important work, just grab a copy of this book. Unless you have time for this as well…then we can't help you.
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11. How to Win Friends & Influence People – Dale Carnegie
Like Think and Grow Rich, Dale's book is another classic from the 1930s on this list that still has bundles of truths in its almost 90-year-old pages.
In this book, Dale talks about the personal habits which result in success. There are also 12 techniques to convert people to how you think, 6 techniques following which people will like you, and nine ways to change people's opinions without any resentment.
No matter what you wish to do with your life, you'll always cross paths with other people. The author tells you it means efficiently recruiting other people for your cause instead of them being obstacles. A must-read classic to learn how to deal with others.
12. The 4-Hour Workweek – Timothy Ferriss
Let's admit usually; people have mixed feelings about this book!
Though the book contains a lot of great information, it may not be useful for those who want the most out of their 9 to 5 lifestyle and don't want to get into a digital lifestyle.
On the contrary, this book does an exceptional job of making people think about their status quo and examine how they can get the best out of their time.
Ferriss explains in great detail how people can get the best from their digital lifestyle and how to start with this type of business and do it with passion, motivating you.
If you believe in the idea of making a living for yourself online, this book is a must-read for you, and who knows, maybe it is already gracing your bookshelf. You can miss this book if you are seeking a book to develop your attitude, health, or personal productivity.
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13. Crush It! Why Now Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion – Gary Vaynerchuck
The book has a few problems. Mainly, the central idea of this book was new and fresh when it was first released, but it has become slightly outdated now. Most people now understand the revolution social media can bring to any business.
However, a significant part of this book discusses following your dreams and choosing your passion as a career. Although the book h nothing new to offer, it is incredibly motivating.
Gary has a massive amount of energy and reading what he is saying will surely make you motivated to go out and own the world.
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14. Let Go: Expanded Edition – Pat Flynn
It is an inspiring story of Pat Flynn. Before you start thinking Pat is a celebrity or something, stop! He is a normal guy who studied architecture and started working as an online entrepreneur when the architect business faced a rough phase.
In Let Go, Pat reveals his challenges and how he overcame them by following some key steps.
Just like Crush It, the value of the particular chapters is of less value than the inspiration it offers to help you succeed.
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15. Habit Stacking: 127 Small Changes to Improve Your Health, Wealth and Happiness – Steve Scott
The book is based on a technique to include small habits in your everyday life. These habits are often easy to follow, but we tend to forget them in the wake of our hectic daily lives. This book makes it possible to include dozens of small changes in your daily lifestyle/
You don't have to make much effort for these habits. Most of these habits in the book take five or fewer minutes to complete.