What's it about? Finding Clarity (2023) offers insight into developing more fulfilling personal and professional relationships through the practice of compassionate accountability. It delves into seven strategies for enhancing communication and understanding in relationships, to foster environments that are both supportive and productive. Introduction What’s in it for me? Discover seven strategies to create more empathetic, accountable, and meaningful relationships. How often do you sweep issues under the rug because you don’t feel that you can handle them effectively? Perhaps you don’t have a clear position on some matters. Or – like so many other people – you find conflict confronting. But ignoring issues never leads to peace or resolution – all it does is cause discomfort and friction. What if there was a set of strategies you could use to communicate confidently, while making everyone feel respected, heard, and valued, one that helped you and the people in your life seek mut...

What's it about? Hard Facts, Dangerous Half-Truths, and Total Nonsense (2006) is a critical examination of how business decisions are often made based on flawed reasoning and unsupported beliefs. It advocates for evidence-based management, emphasizing the importance of relying on facts and rigorous analysis rather than popular yet unsubstantiated management practices. Introduction What’s in it for me? Make superior business decisions with the practice of evidence-based management. It’s a jungle out there in the business world – a single misstep could spell disaster for your company. But surprisingly, despite the stakes, many businesses fall into a trap: they imitate the strategies of successful companies, follow unchallenged beliefs and assumptions, or cling to out-moded practices. In essence, they’re gambling their future on what they think will work, only to be baffled when failure knocks at their door. But what if there’s a smarter way to steer your company away from these p...

What's it about? Ready, Fire, Aim (2007) reveals proven business-building methods for achieving success fast. It also shows how you can duplicate winning strategies across multiple lucrative ventures so you never have to rely on just one. Learn essential entrepreneurial skills and strategies to vastly improve any business endeavor while positioning yourself to enjoy financial freedom. Introduction What’s in it for me? From startup to empire in four stages. Want to grow your business fast? This Blink breaks down the four stages every company goes through, from scrappy startup to corporate giant. You'll get priceless tips from a multi-millionaire entrepreneur on how to evolve your mindset and strategy as you blast through revenue milestones. Learn when to fire fast and when to aim carefully. Master the art of rapid innovation to constantly pump out new offerings. Discover how to hire a winning team and develop killer management skills. And get clear on the distinct challenges ...

What’s in it for me? Tools to help you travel your own path. Many self-help books are like trains: they travel a pre-established route toward a known destination. The journey’s planned out and the book in your hands, or on your screen, is your ticket. You just have to get on.  And you know what? That’s often the best way to travel. You don’t always need to figure everything out for yourself. Good advice from experts can be the fastest way to get where you want to go. Let's say you generally try to eat a balanced and nutritious diet. It keeps you healthy and energetic, and you tend to be more productive and in a better mood when you pass on the chili-cheese french fries and opt for the spinach salad. But being healthy and energetic isn’t really your life goal. It’s more like a means to an end – it helps you do the other things you care about. So you don’t really need to know everything there is to know about nutrition. You don’t need to know why spinach is good for you. You can reap...

What's it about? Love + Work (2022) unveils a unique approach to finding fulfillment and success in both professional and personal life. By discovering your strengths and passions, and applying them to your career, you can break free from traditional notions of work-life balance and introduce a more integrated, passion-driven approach to both your career and your life. Introduction What’s in it for me? Discover the intricacies that shape your unique passions and identity. How often do you stop to reflect on what shapes your passions, dreams, and choices? What skills, characteristics, and hobbies make up the masterpiece of who you are? In this miniBlink, we’ll focus on one key concept of Marcus Buckingham’s Love + Work, and that’s the lost art of finding your true passion. We'll journey together to uncover the vast and intimate universe of passions and individuality that reside within you. By the end, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities that define you,...

What's it about? The House of Morgan (1990) chronicles the influential Morgan dynasty, who shaped the course of modern finance through their shrewd financial acumen and keen understanding of world economic currents. This portrait, spanning four generations, details the rise of the Morgans from Victorian London to their pinnacle during the 1987 financial crisis. Introduction What’s in it for me? Learn how one family shaped a century of global finance. What does it take to build a financial empire – one that impacts the world and leaves a lasting legacy? This Blink to Ron Chernow’s The House of Morgan explores a name synonymous with financial power. It’s a history of the Morgan banking empire, tracing its roots from the mid-nineteenth century. You’ll learn how the dynasty survived more than a century of economic and social upheaval, legal challenges, and regulatory reforms – and you’ll get a glimpse into a complicated web of family ties, money, and immense influence. Key idea 1 1...

  Thinking back to one single previous bout of exercise motivates people to raise their exercise levels in the future. “One of the best ways of getting going is to set yourself some ‘If…then’’ statements.” “People generate higher intrinsic motivation when they ask themselves questions.” “Try to imagine some of the consequences of  not  trying hard to complete your project. How will you feel if you give up? What will it mean to other people? How much will you regret it in the future?” “Psychologists have found that people will go to quite incredible lengths to protect their own self-esteem.” “Identity changes are not just the result of increased motivation, they can also feed your motivation.” “One important key to imagining your future self is to think of the process as a journey.” “Monitoring progress consistently emerges from studies as key to making progress towards a goal.” Step 1.  Identify your starting point Step 2.  Discover the change you want Step 3. ...