20 Best Books For Success And Motivation (2023 Updated)

The greatest success authorities in the world share their most treasured success secrets. Each powerful lesson will bring you closer to your life’s goals: – How to conquer the ten most common causes of failure – How to make the most of your abilities – How to find the courage to take risks – How to stop putting things off – How to build your financial nest egg – How to look like a winner – How to take charge of your life – And much more in fifty memorable presentations by the greatest success authorities.

Dean of this unique University of Success is Og Mandino, the most acclaimed self-help writer of this generation. The faculty he has assembled includes such celebrities as Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Dale Carnegie, W.

Clement Stone, Napoleon Hill, George S. Clason, Nena and George O’Neil, Dr. Joyce Brothers, Michael Korda, Lord Beaverbrook, Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, and many more winners in life.

Go get the life you want. Be a Rhinoceros! There is something dangerous about this book. Something big. Something full of power, energy and force of will. It could be about you. You could become three tons of thick-skinned, snorting hard-charging rhinoceros.

It is time to go get the life you want.

Now, he has revised and updated his essential guidebook to reflect our changing times. In The Success Principles, the cocreator of the phenomenal bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul series, helps you get from where you are to where you want to be, teaching you how to increase your confidence, tackle daily challenges, live with passion and purpose, and realize all your ambitions.

Filled with memorable and inspiring stories of CEO’s, world-class athletes, celebrities, and everyday people, it spells out the 64 timeless principles used by successful men and women throughout history—proven principles and strategies that can be adapted for your own life, whether you want to be the best salesperson in your company, become a leading architect, score top grades in school, lose weight, buy your dream home, make millions, or just get back in the job market.

Taken together and practiced every day, these principles will change your life beyond your wildest dreams.

The inspirational bestseller that ignited a movement and asked us to find our WHYDiscover the book that is captivating millions on TikTok and that served as the basis for one of the most popular TED Talks of all time—with more than 56 million views and counting.

Over a decade ago, Simon Sinek started a movement that inspired millions to demand purpose at work, to ask what was the WHY of their organization. Since then, millions have been touched by the power of his ideas, and these ideas remain as relevant and timely as ever.

START WITH WHY asks (and answers) the questions: why are some people and organizations more innovative, more influential, and more profitable than others? Even among the successful, why are so few able to repeat their success over and over? People like Martin Luther King Jr.

, Steve Jobs, and the Wright Brothers had little in common, but they all started with WHY. They realized that people won’t truly buy into a product, service, movement, or idea until they understand the WHY behind it.

START WITH WHY shows that the leaders who have had the greatest influence in the world all think, act and communicate the same way—and it’s the opposite of what everyone else does. Sinek calls this powerful idea The Golden Circle, and it provides a framework upon which organizations can be built, movements can be led, and people can be inspired.

And it all starts with WHY.

Unlock the Fountain of Prosperity Inside You!“ I truly believe Jim Rohn is an extraordinary human being whose philosophy can enhance the quality of life for anyone. ”—Anthony Robbins“Few men are endowed with Jim Rohn’s ability to motivate and effect changes in other human beings.

”—Tom Hopkins“Jim Rohn. is one of the most profound thinkers and mind expanding individuals I’ve ever had a chance to listen to. ”— Les Brown“Jim Rohn is a master motivator—he has style, substance, charisma, relevance, charm, and what he says makes a difference.

The world would be a better place if everyone heard my friend Jim Rohn. ”—Mark Victor HansenYou don’t have to choose between wealth and happiness—they spring from the same fountain of abundance. With this book, you’ll discover the seven essential strategies you need for success: ·Unleash the Power of Goals ·Seek Knowledge ·Learn the Miracle of Personal Development ·Control Your Finances ·Master Time ·Surround Yourself with Winners ·Learn the Art of Living Well Author Jim Rohn’s philosophy has helped millions change their lives for the better.

Find out what it can do for you!.

Most people think success comes from good luck or enormous talent, but many successful people achieve their accomplishments in a simpler way: through self-discipline. shows you how you can achieve success in all three major areas of your life, including your personal goals, business and money goals, and overall happiness.

Each of the 21 chapters in this book shows you how to be more disciplined in one aspect of your life, with end-of-chapter exercises to help you apply the “no excuses” approach to your own life. With these guidelines, you can learn how to be more successful in everything you do–instead of wistfully envying others you think are just “luckier” than you.

A little self-discipline goes a long way…so stop making excuses and read this book!.

Achieve “Massive Action” results and accomplish your business dreams! While most people operate with only three degrees of action-no action, retreat, or normal action-if you’re after big goals, you don’t want to settle for the ordinary.

To reach the next level, you must understand the coveted 4th degree of action. This 4th degree, also know as the 10 X Rule, is that level of action that guarantees companies and individuals realize their goals and dreams.

The 10 X Rule unveils the principle of “Massive Action,” allowing you to blast through business clichŽs and risk-aversion while taking concrete steps to reach your dreams. It also demonstrates why people get stuck in the first three actions and how to move into making the 10X Rule a discipline.

Find out exactly where to start, what to do, and how to follow up each action you take with more action to achieve Massive Action results. Learn the “Estimation of Effort” calculation to ensure you exceed your targets Make the Fourth Degree a way of life and defy mediocrity Discover the time management myth Get the exact reasons why people fail and others succeed Know the exact formula to solve problems Extreme success is by definition outside the realm of normal action.

Instead of behaving like everybody else and settling for average results, take Massive Action with The 10 X Rule, remove luck and chance from your business equation, and lock in massive success.

One of the best-known motivational books in history, Dale Carnegie’s groundbreaking work has sold millions of copies, has been translated into almost every known written language, and has helped countless people succeed in both their business and personal lives.

First published in 1937, Carnegie’s advice has remained relevant for generations because he addresses timeless questions about the fine art of getting along with people: How can you make people like you instantly? How can you persuade people to agree with you? How can you speak frankly to people without giving offense? The ability to read others and successfully navigate any social situation is critically important to those who want to get a job, keep a job, or simply expand their social network.

The core principles of this book, originally written as a practical, working handbook on human relations, are proven effective. Carnegie explains the fundamentals of handling people with a positive approach; how to make people like you and want to help you; how to win people to your way of thinking without conflict; and how to be the kind of leader who inspires quality work, increased productivity, and high morale.

As Carnegie explains, the majority of our success in life depends on our ability to communicate and manage personal relationships effectively, whether at home or at work.

An international bestseller with over five million copies in print, ‘The Power of Positive Thinking’ will help you overcome negative attitudes, such as fear and lack of confidence, and replace them with the traits of a positive thinker-optimism, determination, patience and focus.

Simple techniques of elevating low moods and energy levels by positive thinking also improve ones overall mental and physical health. This book will show you how you can deal more effectively with tough situations and difficult people, and dramatically improve your performance and confidence.

You must learn that the easiest way to an easy mind is to create an easy mind. This is done by practice, by the application of some such simple principles as outlined here. You’ll learn how to: – Believe in yourself and in everything you do – Build new power and determination – Develop the power to reach your goals – Break the worry habit and achieve a relaxed life – Improve your personal and professional relationships – Assume control over your circumstances – Be kind to yourself ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Norman Vincent Peale (1898-1993) was born in Bowersville, Ohio.

He graduated from Bellefontaine High School, Bellefontaine, Ohio. He has earned degrees at Ohio Wesleyan University (where he became a brother of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta) and Boston University School of Theology.

Raised as a Methodist and ordained as a Methodist minister in 1922, Peale changed his religious affiliation to the Reformed Church in America in 1932 and began a 52-year tenure as pastor of Marble Collegiate Church in Manhattan.

During that time, the Church’s membership grew from 600 to over 5000, and he became one of New York City’s most famous preachers. In his early life Norman Peale, an author of 46 books, had faced many hardships, but for his hard work and dedications he became a renowned clergyman in all of United States.

Whatever your vocation or aspiration is, you can increase your impact with Maxwell’s simple, insightful ways to interact more positively with others. America’s leadership expert John Maxwell and renowned author Jim Dornan teaches that if your life in any way connects with other people, you are an influencer.

Learn the tactics to interact more effectively with people, and watch your organizational success go off the charts! In Becoming a Person of Influence, Maxwell and Dornan help people, regardless of their occupation, reach their full influential potential: Managers will see their employees respond with new enthusiasm Parents will connect with their children on a deeper level Coaches will see players blossom Pastors will reach more people Salespeople will break records Authors Maxwell and Dornan have spent most of their lives raising up influencers.

With humor, heart, and unique insight, they share what they have gained from decades of experiences in both business and nonprofit areas. Their insights are practical and easy to apply to everyday life.

“Through candor and comprehensiveness, Jackson writes a convincing revisionist take, in which he emerges as an excellent coach. highly readable. reflects Jackson’s polymathy. ” —The New York Times Book Review”Part sports memoir, part New Age spirit quest, part pseudo-management tract.

But the primary thing with Jackson—as with all the old bards, who were also known for repeating themselves—is the voice. ” —Sam Anderson, The New York Times MagazineA New York Times BestsellerThe inside story of one of basketball’s most legendary and game-changing figures During his storied career as head coach of the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers, Phil Jackson won more championships than any coach in the history of professional sports.

Even more important, he succeeded in never wavering from coaching his way, from a place of deep values. Jackson was tagged as the “Zen master” half in jest by sportswriters, but the nickname speaks to an important truth: this is a coach who inspired, not goaded; who led by awakening and challenging the better angels of his players’ nature, not their egos, fear, or greed.

This is the story of a preacher’s kid from North Dakota who grew up to be one of the most innovative leaders of our time. In his quest to reinvent himself, Jackson explored everything from humanistic psychology and Native American philosophy to Zen meditation.

In the process, he developed a new approach to leadership based on freedom, authenticity, and selfless teamwork that turned the hypercompetitive world of professional sports on its head. In Eleven Rings, Jackson candidly describes how he: – Learned the secrets of mindfulness and team chemistry while playing for the champion New York Knicks in the 1970s – Managed Michael Jordan, the greatest player in the world, and got him to embrace selflessness, even if it meant losing a scoring title – Forged successful teams out of players of varying abilities by getting them to trust one another and perform in sync – Inspired Dennis Rodman and other “uncoachable” personalities to devote themselves to something larger than themselves – Transformed Kobe Bryant from a rebellious teenager into a mature leader of a championship team.

Eleven times, Jackson led his teams to the ultimate goal: the NBA championship—six times with the Chicago Bulls and five times with the Los Angeles Lakers. This book is full of revelations: about fascinating personalities and their drive to win; about the wellsprings of motivation and competition at the highest levels; and about what it takes to bring out the best in ourselves and others.

“One of the greatest inspirational and motivational books ever written. ” — Norman Vincent PealeIn this bestselling self-help book, a successful businessman reveals the secrets behind harnessing the unlimited energies of the subconscious.

Millions of readers have benefited from these visualization techniques, which show you how to turn your thoughts and dreams into actions that can lead to enhanced income, happier relationships, increased effectiveness, heightened influence, and improved peace of mind.

World War I veteran Claude M. Bristol (1891–1951) wrote The Magic of Believing to help former soldiers adjust to civilian life. A pioneer of the New Thought movement and a popular motivational speaker, Bristol addressed those in all walks of life, from politicians and leaders to performers and salespeople.

His timeless message of the powers of focused thinking and self-affirmation remains a vital source of inspiration and a practical path to achievement.

The best-selling author of Blink identifies the qualities of successful people, posing theories about the cultural, family, and idiosyncratic factors that shape high achievers, in a resource that covers such topics as the secrets of software billionaires, why certain cultures are associated with better academic performance, and why the Beatles earned their fame.

Simultaneous. Publishers Description In this stunning new audiobook, Malcolm Gladwell takes us on an intellectual journey through the world of “outliers” the best and the brightest, the most famous and the most successful.

#1 New York Times Bestseller “Significant. The book is both instructive and surprisingly moving. ” —The New York Times Ray Dalio, one of the world’s most successful investors and entrepreneurs, shares the unconventional principles that he’s developed, refined, and used over the past forty years to create unique results in both life and business—and which any person or organization can adopt to help achieve their goals.

In 1975, Ray Dalio founded an investment firm, Bridgewater Associates, out of his two-bedroom apartment in New York City. Forty years later, Bridgewater has made more money for its clients than any other hedge fund in history and grown into the fifth most important private company in the United States, according to Fortune magazine.

Dalio himself has been named to Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Along the way, Dalio discovered a set of unique principles that have led to Bridgewater’s exceptionally effective culture, which he describes as “an idea meritocracy that strives to achieve meaningful work and meaningful relationships through radical transparency.

” It is these principles, and not anything special about Dalio—who grew up an ordinary kid in a middle-class Long Island neighborhood—that he believes are the reason behind his success. In Principles, Dalio shares what he’s learned over the course of his remarkable career.

He argues that life, management, economics, and investing can all be systemized into rules and understood like machines. The book’s hundreds of practical lessons, which are built around his cornerstones of “radical truth” and “radical transparency,” include Dalio laying out the most effective ways for individuals and organizations to make decisions, approach challenges, and build strong teams.

He also describes the innovative tools the firm uses to bring an idea meritocracy to life, such as creating “baseball cards” for all employees that distill their strengths and weaknesses, and employing computerized decision-making systems to make believability-weighted decisions.

While the book brims with novel ideas for organizations and institutions, Principles also offers a clear, straightforward approach to decision-making that Dalio believes anyone can apply, no matter what they’re seeking to achieve.

Here, from a man who has been called both “the Steve Jobs of investing” and “the philosopher king of the financial universe” (CIO magazine), is a rare opportunity to gain proven advice unlike anything you’ll find in the conventional business press.

Bestselling author, speaker and world-traveling success coach, Jen Sincero, cuts through the din of the self-help genre with her own verbal meat cleaver in You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life.

In this refreshingly blunt how-to guide, Sincero, serves up 27 bite-sized chapters full of hilariously inspiring stories, life-changing insights, easy exercises and the occasional swear word. Via chapters such as “Your Brain is Your Bitch,” “Fear is for Suckers” and “My Subconscious Made Me Do It,” Sincero takes you on a wild joy ride to your own transformation, helping you create the money, relationships, career and general all around awesomeness you so desire.

And should you be one of those people who dreads getting busted with a self-help book in your hands, fear not. Sincero, a former skeptic herself, delivers the goods minus the New-Age cheese, giving even the snarkiest of poo-pooers exactly what they need to get out of their ruts and start kicking some ass.

By the end of You Are a Badass, you will understand why you are how you are, how to love what you can’t change, how to change what you don’t love, and how to start living the kind of life you used to be jealous of.

Millions of people throughout the world have improved their lives using The Magic of Thinking Big. Dr. David J. Schwartz, long regarded as one of the foremost experts on motivation, will help you sell better, manage better, earn more money, and most important of all find greater happiness and peace of mind.

The Magic of Thinking Big gives you useful methods, not empty promises. Dr. Schwartz presents a carefully designed program for getting the most out of your job, your marriage and family life, and your community.

He proves that you do not need to be an intellectual or have innate talent to attain great success and satisfaction but you do need to learn and understand the habit of thinking and behaving in ways that will get you there.

This book gives you those secrets!.

An international bestseller with over five million copies in print, ‘The Power of Positive Thinking’ will help you overcome negative attitudes, such as fear and lack of confidence, and replace them with the traits of a positive thinker-optimism, determination, patience and focus.

Simple techniques of elevating low moods and energy levels by positive thinking also improve ones overall mental and physical health. This book will show you how you can deal more effectively with tough situations and difficult people, and dramatically improve your performance and confidence.

You must learn that the easiest way to an easy mind is to create an easy mind. This is done by practice, by the application of some such simple principles as outlined here. You’ll learn how to: – Believe in yourself and in everything you do – Build new power and determination – Develop the power to reach your goals – Break the worry habit and achieve a relaxed life – Improve your personal and professional relationships – Assume control over your circumstances – Be kind to yourself ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Norman Vincent Peale (1898-1993) was born in Bowersville, Ohio.

He graduated from Bellefontaine High School, Bellefontaine, Ohio. He has earned degrees at Ohio Wesleyan University (where he became a brother of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta) and Boston University School of Theology.

Raised as a Methodist and ordained as a Methodist minister in 1922, Peale changed his religious affiliation to the Reformed Church in America in 1932 and began a 52-year tenure as pastor of Marble Collegiate Church in Manhattan.

During that time, the Church’s membership grew from 600 to over 5000, and he became one of New York City’s most famous preachers. In his early life Norman Peale, an author of 46 books, had faced many hardships, but for his hard work and dedications he became a renowned clergyman in all of United States.

Noticeably grow your leadership skills day by day over 365 days through this timeless wisdom–comprised from fourteen of New York Times bestselling author John C. Maxwell’s most popular leadership books.

– The Maxwell Daily Reader draws its unique power from an ageless truth: the heart of leadership is created throughactions, put into practice one day at a time. Each person has inborn potential to be a great leader.

Each day’s message will equip readers with the inspiration and advice to unlock every bit of leadership potential within. – Each entry contains an excerpt from one of Maxwell’s books that helps: Encourage and inspire you – Teach you to lead – Challenge you to be better – Prompt you to grow – The secret to your success can be found in your daily agenda.

People who achieve their potential do so because they invest in themselves every day. They take the time to add value to themselves and because of that, they are also able to add value to others. – Easily accessible and highly actionable, this is the very best of John C.

Maxwell, and it will bring out the very best of the leader in everyone.

Whatever your vocation or aspiration is, you can increase your impact with Maxwell’s simple, insightful ways to interact more positively with others. America’s leadership expert John Maxwell and renowned author Jim Dornan teaches that if your life in any way connects with other people, you are an influencer.

Learn the tactics to interact more effectively with people, and watch your organizational success go off the charts! In Becoming a Person of Influence, Maxwell and Dornan help people, regardless of their occupation, reach their full influential potential: Managers will see their employees respond with new enthusiasm Parents will connect with their children on a deeper level Coaches will see players blossom Pastors will reach more people Salespeople will break records Authors Maxwell and Dornan have spent most of their lives raising up influencers.

With humor, heart, and unique insight, they share what they have gained from decades of experiences in both business and nonprofit areas. Their insights are practical and easy to apply to everyday life.

Here is the Holy Grail of success philosophy: Napoleon Hill’s complete and original formula to achievement presented in fifteen remarkable principles–now newly designed in a handsome single-volume edition.

This is the master volume of the extraordinary work that began the career of Napoleon Hill. Originally produced by Hill in 1928 as an eight-book series, The Law of Success is now available to contemporary readers in a single edition, redesigned and reset for ease of reading.

The Law of Success is the golden key to Hill’s thought–his complete and unabridged mind-power method for achieving your goals. After interviewing dozens of industrialists, diplomats, thought leaders, and successful people from all walks of life, the young Hill distilled what he learned into these fifteen core lessons, organized with an introductory chapter, ‘The Master Mind,’ that serves as a primer to Hill’s overall philosophy.

As Hill saw it, these lessons work as a “mind stimulant” that “will cause the student to organize and direct to a DEFINITE end the forces of his or her mind, thus harnessing the stupendous power which most people waste.

” While future classics of Napoleon Hill would inspire millions of readers, there is no substitute for The Law of Success for everyone who wants to grasp the full range of Hill’s ideas and tap their transformative power.