Sam Harris wants you to tell the truth. In LYING, his treatise against deception of all kinds, Harris examines why people lie—and why they should stop. Banishing little white lies from your life might be harder than it sounds, but it’s well worth the trouble. Here are two key insights from our latest release. Key Insight […]
Reality TV’s Biggest Billionaire
The business world isn’t quite sure what to make of Kylie Jenner, who earns up to a million dollars per Instagram post. Jenner didn’t become a billionaire by using traditional tools. Instead, she has relied on social media platforms, her family, and a tiny staff as she’s led her company, Kylie Cosmetics, to extreme profitability. Our new Instaread original […]
Weekend Wisdom – Get a Life
Pastor Rick Warren wants to help you. In THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE, his book of evangelical Christian teachings, Warren describes a program of spiritual development that answers big-picture questions. One of Warren’s recommendations is to establish inner circles within large group settings. He’s specifically referring to church, pointing out that while the fellowship of a large […]
Self-Help From a Legendary Rapper
Napoleon. Machiavelli. 50 Cent. When the rapper read the history-filled self-help books of Robert Greene, he knew that his name belonged alongside the master manipulators of the past. Orphaned at the age of 8 and shot nine times at close range at the beginning of his music career, 50 Cent went on to become one […]
Better Than a Dating App
If you’ve been looking for a romantic partner without success, it might be time for some plainspoken advice. King of comedy Steve Harvey has a lot of ideas about how to make your relationship work, mainly focusing on the different ways that men and women communicate. Whether you’re looking for love or just a window […]
Burn the Right Fuel
Eat more fat. Boom: that’s the central message of alternative health guru Dr. Joseph Mercola’s treatise against carbohydrates, FAT FOR FUEL. How can the right foods help you ward off disease and optimize your body’s performance? Here are two top insights from our latest release. Key Insight 1: Good health usually depends more on lifestyle choices than genetic heritage.Doctors […]
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Weekend Wisdom – A Passion For Leadership
Part of being a good leader is knowing the difference between when a bold move is required and when it’s best to stay the course. As the former head of the Central Intelligence Agency, the Department of Defense, and Texas A&M University, Robert Gates has long years of experience with both paths. In A PASSION FOR […]
You (Version 2.0)
Each of us manages a collection of habits—some good, and some bad. But over time, these habits become so familiar that they’re almost invisible. Whether it’s a small project or a comprehensive overhaul, the self-improvement process is about examining these habits and letting go of the ones that don’t work. It’s easier than it sounds! […]
Your Next TED Talk
The speakers in viral TED talks may sound unattainably cool and professional. The good news is that excellent speakers are made, not born—public speaking is like any other competence, in the sense that practice strengthens the skill. Our latest Instaread original will walk you through the steps, from selecting the right topic all the way […]
