We’re all ambitious Career Girls and want to have the most successful work lives we possibly can. But the New Year can be overwhelming with the amount of advice about resolutions and changes! So we’ve done some sifting and found the best books to read in 2017 to ensure you get the most out of your work lives. These are guaranteed to inspire you to change the way you work for the better!
1. The Power of Habit
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At the root of it all, our New Year’s Resolutions are all about changing our habits so we can get more out of life. This amazing book will show you the scientific reasons behind those habits you just can’t seem to break and finally explain how you can change them for good! Procrastinating at work? Not after this read!
2. How to Win Friends and Influence People
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This classic has been one of the most successful self-help books of all time for a reason! Published back in 1936, it’s been updated several times since then to contain up-to-date language and anecdotes. It’s THE guide for creating a successful network of people around you who can help your career on a daily basis.
3. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
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Stephen Covey’s best-selling book is divided into three sections: independent habits you should develop, interdependent habits you should develop, and continuous improvement habits. It’s the perfect comprehensive guide to changing your personal and social work habits and maintaining those changes!
4. The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment
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As ambitious Career Girls, we can often struggle with living in the moment because we’re so busy thinking ahead and planning for the future. Don’t neglect the “now” at work, though. This incredible book will help you clear your mind and embrace a happier state of being – which is vital for being the most successful Career Girls at work!
5. Ultimate Energy: How to Get from Tired to Inspired
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We all have those days (who are we kidding, it happens pretty much every day!) where we’re feeling tired and have low energy. Tricia Woolfrey’s book will show you all the ways you can cure your lethargy at work, through a variety of solutions that include mindfulness, nutrition, saying “no”, exercise, and more!
6. I Know How She Does it: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time
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We all want it all! The perfect career, the perfect social life, the perfect family life… But juggling all those things can be hugely overwhelming. If you’ve ever wondered how your idols manage to make it all work, then this one is a must-read. Vanderkam’s book is based on hour-by-hour time logs from 1,001 real women! Finally find out the secrets to their success so you can make the most out of your work day.
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