📚 3 Best social skill books, Charlie Munger book recs, and more.

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Here are a few popular posts you may have missed:

• 30 Key lessons from "How To Win Friends & Influence People."

• Book recommendations from the late, great, billionaire investor Charlie Munger.

• What it feels like when you pick up a book in the morning instead of your phone.

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📚 Book Summary:

You guys loved last week’s newsletter about “Nonviolent Communication” so here are 3 more amazing books about social skills/communication:

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1) “How To Win Friends & Influence People” by Dale Carnegie

Having sold 30+ million copies, this is the most famous communication book in the world.

It was written in 1936, but all of the lessons are just as valuable and applicable today as they were then.

It was the first self-help book I ever read and helped me go from a shy and introverted kid to someone who was able to start conversations with strangers.

If you haven’t read any of the books on this list, start with this one.

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2) “How To Talk To Anyone” by Leil Lowndes

Think of this book as a sequel to Dale Carnegie’s book.

It’s filled with 92 effective and short lessons (each lesson is only 1-3 pages long) making it a quick and easy read.

Each lesson includes a story and actionable advice that shows you how to apply it.

Whether it's improving your body language, talking professionally in the workplace, or learning how to leave a lasting impression, this book covers a wide range of topics that are essential for better communication.

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3) “The Fine Art of Small Talk” by Debra Fine

If you’re terrible at small talk or starting conversations, this is the book for you.

People like to say that they hate small talk or that it’s useless, but small talk plays a key role in communication–it builds trust and rapport that paves the way for deeper conversations.

Read this book to learn how to connect with new people, avoid awkward silences, keep a conversation going, and more.

💎 Weekly Gem:

Podcast: “How I Write” by David Perell

Each week David interviews a master writer and dives into their writing process, habits, and tips.

He’s interviewed bestselling authors, world-class copywriters, big-name bloggers, and even several billionaires.

Here are 10 awesome episodes worth watching. 

Thank you for your support, read on everyone!

-Alex W.