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Six Lesser Known Books That Everyone Should Read Before 40
The Hidden Gems of Skill Building.
While there are many popular and widely known books that are often recommended, there are also many lesser-known gems that can be equally impactful and thought-provoking.
How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big
by Scott Adams
Kind of the Story of My Life
Adams shares his personal story of failures and successes and offers insights into his approach to life and work.
He argues that success is not solely determined by talent, hard work, or luck, but rather a combination of all three. Adams emphasizes the importance of developing systems rather than goals, managing energy rather than time, and continuously learning and adapting to change.
The book provides practical advice on how to develop habits, build skills, and cultivate a positive mindset to achieve success in both personal and professional life.
My favorite parts from the book —
“I made a list of skills in which I think every adult should gain a working knowledge. I wouldn’t expect you to become a master of any, but mastery isn’t necessary. Luck has…
