Whitney Johnson Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
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Unapologetically Ambitious: Take Risks, Break Barriers, and Create Success on Your Own Terms
Shellye Archambeau
ICYMI: Our #DisruptYourself #podcast guest @ShelArchambeau learned to persevere through whatever life sends her way. Listen in as she discusses her life and career, successes and failures, and her new book - Unapologetically Ambitious. https://t.co/5WfC2nebT9 https://t.co/7QP5ahC6P8
Paperback, 2022
$17.99$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
Robert B. Cialdini
Robert Cialdini's advice on a 'wise approach to social influence' for teenagers (but to all of us). Go into any new situation with people you do not know and expect the best of them and the best from them. This allows you to be generous with them. https://t.co/ln8FsskpxX
Hardcover, 2021
$35.00$17.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Launching Financial Grownups: Live Your Richest Life by Helping Your (Almost) Adult Kids Become Everyday Money Smart
Bobbi Rebell
Money is a delicate subject and can be hard to discuss with your kids. Join me and Bobbi Rebell, a financial journalist and author of "Launching Financial Grownups" as she unpacks the complexities of imparting financial literacy to your kids. https://t.co/F686jxL0i5 https://t.co/gI1e88IvLT
Hardcover, 2022
$27.95$13.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts
Annie Duke
Are you wondering whether to quit or not? Professional poker champion turned decision strategist and author of the best-selling book "Thinking in Bets" and her new book "Quit," Annie Duke and I talk about what it means to quit on time. https://t.co/0JyVJNlQmq https://t.co/Q6U5gJCCvt
Paperback, 2019
$20.00$10.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You
Suneel Gupta
Wrap-ups are some of my favorite articles to read this time of year! Thrilled to see @suneel's book Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You in the top picks from Bloomberg @business https://t.co/lfqBQeJ53T https://t.co/9bVc4SuFQG
Paperback, 2021
$16.99$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Risk: A User's Guide
Stanley McChrystal
General Stanley McChrystal understands both the battlefield and the business landscape - which makes him a great candidate to help organizations prepare for their risk.⠀ What do you think is the biggest risk to an organization? https://t.co/sxKWyiCH4w @StanMcChrystal #Risk https://t.co/Us3hOBz7Ej
Hardcover, 2021
$30.00$15.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Rising Together: How We Can Bridge Divides and Create a More Inclusive Workplace
Sally Helgesen
A big congratulations to @SallyHelgesen on the launch of her new book, Rising Together: How We Can Bridge Divides and Create a More Inclusive Workplace! For even more Sally Helgesen content, listen to her episode on the Disrupt Yourself podcast. https://t.co/nYUwhnBsjY
Hardcover, 2023
$30.00$15.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
I Like Me Anyway: Embracing Imperfection, Connection & Christ
Brooke Romney
After much reflection and personal growth, our podcast guest, Brooke Romney, came out the other side as the author of the book "I Like Me Anyway," which is about knowing yourself, finding your strengths, and empowering your children to do the same. https://whitneyjohnson.com/280-brooke-romney-dont-define-yourself-by-what-can-be-taken-away/ https://t.co/4iS0iwgrLq
Paperback, 2020
$15.99$7.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Positive Intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential and How You Can Achieve Yours
Shirzad Chamine
How does Shirzad Chamine, the founder and CEO of Positive Intelligence, fight back against his own saboteurs? Find out in the latest episode of the Disrupt Yourself podcast. https://t.co/e8Uj6afYC8 https://t.co/R9O3EqaLNt
Hardcover, 2012
$23.95$11.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
Brené Brown
Grateful to share this Disrupt Yourself podcast with @brenebrown as she discusses the difference between vulnerability and weakness. After you listen, leave a review to be eligible to win Brene's book, Dare to Lead. https://t.co/mUXMrzWJCj https://t.co/vjwj0YcNWo
Hardcover, 2018
$28.00$14.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book