Recommended Books
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Influence - Probably the best book
I've read on the subject and easy to read for those new to
Psychology. I've found this book not only great to
understand the decisions others make, but it also
helps me to make better decisions in my own
life. Knowing how others can use these weapons of
persuasion to their advantage is invaluable
protection in a world becoming increasing
complex. A must read for those in the business of
helping others to make good decisions... including
actuaries!
-Johan Strydom
The Alchemy of Finance - Emotions vs
Fundamentals in the markets. An insight into
reinforcing princibles and key to understanding
boom bust scenarios (including the Insurance Cycle).
I recommend this book to those who want a better
understanding into why economic fundamentals don't always
explain reality.
- Johan Strydom
Spiral Dynamics - Introduces a new
model for plotting the enormous economic and commercial
shifts that are making contemporary business practice so
complex and apparently fragmented. Focusing on cutting–edge
leadership, management systems, processes, procedures and
techniques.
Spiral Dynamics reveals the hidden
codes that shape human nature, create global diversities,
and drive evolutionary
change
Comedy Writing
Secrets - Finally proof that anyone can learn
to be funny! One of the greatest soft skills to have
is a sense of humor. If you thought you were born
dull and don't know how to crack a joke, let Prof. Mel
Helitzer show you exactly what the naturals do and become a
natural yourself! Mel Helitzer is the funniest
professor in the USA, and thats no joke!
- Johan Strydom
7 Habits of Highly Effective People -
Steven Covey makes it easy for us to model effective
people. If you want to be effective, model those who
are!
- Johan Strydom
Think and Grow Rich - A
classic and will never go out of date. See what the
great minds of the early 1900's had in common.
- Johan Strydom
The Secret - Rhonda Byrne
brings personal development into the main stream.
Based on the book "Law of Attraction" which is over a 100
years old yet still applicable. A good read for those
looking for a positive mind set.
- Johan Strydom
How to Win Friends and Influence
People -
Millions of people around
the world have - and continue to - improve their lives
based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In "How to Win
Friends and Influence People", Carnegie offers practical
advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational
style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life
more rewarding. His advice has stood the test of time and
will teach you how to: make friends quickly and easily;
increase your popularity; win people to your way of
thinking; enable you to win new clients and customers;
become a better speaker and a more entertaining
conversationalist; and, arouse enthusiasm among your
colleagues. This book will turn around your relationships
and improve your dealings with all the people in your
life.
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