MY 2024 READING LIST

My 2024 Reading List: 20 Books to Inspire Growth and Success

As we embark on a new year, I'm excited to share my curated reading list for 2024. On January 1st Matt and I always set out our intentions for the year- one of which is how many books we’d like to read.
My goal was 20 and I’m so proud to say that I smashed my goal!!
However I was at BENCHMARK FITNESS today and one of our gym members told me that she read over 200 books this year…. so that took the wind out of my sail for a moment LOL. BUT I have to remember that I set a goal, I was committed to that goal all year and here we are with a killer line up book recommendations to now share with all of YOU!
ENJOY! 📚

Personal Development

Born to Win by Zig Ziglar and Tom Ziglar
This empowering book emphasizes the importance of a winning mindset and provides practical strategies for achieving success in all areas of life. Ziglar's timeless principles encourage readers to set clear goals, maintain a positive attitude, and take actionable steps toward their dreams.

The 6 Habits of Growth by Brendon Burchard
This insightful guide explores essential habits that can propel personal and professional development. By focusing on mindset shifts, resilience, and continuous learning, this book offers practical tools to help you cultivate growth in your daily life. I love Brendon and his infections energy! While I really enjoyed this book (I listened to this book- great to habit stack with some low impact cardio!) my two favourite titles by him are High Performance Habits and the Motivation Manifesto- you MUST READ BOTH!

The Art of Letting Go by Rania Naim
To be honest I thought this book was going to be more about grief, which was why I was called to the title. It was more about letting go of a romantic relationship, which I can happily no longer relate to!
Thankfully it was a quick (listen) read LOL.

A Happy Pocket Full of Money by David Cameron Gikandi
This book combines financial wisdom with spiritual insights, teaching readers how to attract abundance and prosperity. It challenges conventional beliefs about money and encourages a mindset shift towards viewing wealth as a natural state of being. This has come highly recommended by so many of my mentors!
This book is definitely on the WOO scale of money mindset- just fyi haha.

Financial Wisdom

Building Your Money Machine by Mel Abraham
This practical guide outlines strategies for creating sustainable wealth through smart investments and financial planning. Mel, who is a gem of a human and we’re so lucky to call him a friend, breaks down complex financial concepts into actionable steps, making it accessible for anyone looking to build their financial future. He’s absolutely fantastic to learn from and teaches in such a clear and easy to understand way! I had the pleasure of interviewing Mel this past summer in Newport Beach- you can listen to our Part 1 and Part 2 episodes that are full of inspiration and value!

Creating Money by Sanaya Roman and Duane Packer
My mindset coach recommended this book and I was OBSESSED! It’s an easy to read book with practical approaches to generating income and wealth creation. They emphasize the importance of aligning your mindset with your financial goals, offering unique insights into the relationship between money and personal fulfillment. It’s a little bit on the WOO scale but I highly recommend!

Rich as F*ck by Amanda Frances
This bold and unapologetic book provides unconventional wisdom for achieving financial success. The author shares her journey from struggle to abundance, offering practical advice on overcoming limiting beliefs and embracing a wealthy mindset.

Mindset and Success

Leveling Up by Ryan Leak
This inspiring read encourages readers to elevate their thinking and strategies for greater success in both personal and professional realms through a series of 12 strategic questions. By focusing on self-awareness and intentional action, this book empowers you to reach new heights in your life.

The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
This insightful book teaches readers how to shift their focus from what they haven't achieved (the gap) to celebrating their progress (the gain). By adopting this perspective, you can cultivate a more positive mindset that fuels motivation and satisfaction.

What Do You Really Want? by Cayla Craft
In this thought-provoking book, readers are guided through a seven question process of self-discovery to clarify their true desires and goals. Cayla provides practical exercises that help uncover what truly matters in life, leading to a more purposeful existence. This book leans a little towards the faith side of things but she has some powerful messages that make you not only think but also feel.

Leveraging the Universe and Embracing the Magic by Mike Dooley
This captivating read explores how to align yourself with universal forces to manifest your dreams. The author shares techniques for tapping into intuition and embracing synchronicities that can guide you toward success. I actually listened to this entire book on a flight home from Arizona- perfect setting to be high in the sky thinking about the magic of the Universe!

Business and Entrepreneurship

Teamwork by Natalie Dawson
This essential guide highlights the power of collaboration in achieving collective goals. Through real-world examples and actionable insights, this book demonstrates how effective teamwork can lead to greater innovation and success in any organization.

Twelve and a Half by Gary Vee
In this insightful book, the Gary explores emotional intelligence skills that are crucial for business success. By understanding the twelve key traits that contribute to effective leadership, readers can enhance their interpersonal relationships and drive results. I did the audio book for this one and I love Gary’s no BS approach to all the tactical information he shares!

Brand It Like Serhant by Ryan Serhant
Learn powerful personal branding strategies from real estate mogul Ryan Serhant in this engaging read. He shares his journey of building a successful brand while offering practical tips on how anyone can create a standout presence in their industry. He also has amazing energy in this book! Matt and I listened to this one together and since he is so high energy I’d actually recommend you Audible this title.

Big Money Energy by Ryan Serhant
Anyone else here for BIG.MONEY.ENERGY?! Me please!! This motivational book encourages readers to cultivate confidence and an abundance mindset necessary for financial success. The author shares personal anecdotes and actionable advice on how to attract wealth through positive energy. I wouldn’t say this is my most favorite money book BUT I really admire Ryan’s work ethic and drive, which has resulted it remarkable success… so I’m here to learn from him! Once again I’d recommend you Audible this title because he has such big energy!

Personal Finance and Wealth

The Wealth Money Can't Buy by Robin Sharma
I LOVE Robin Sharma! This thought-provoking book delves into the intangible aspects of true wealth beyond just financial gain. It emphasizes the importance of relationships, community, experiences, extraordinary health and personal fulfillment as essential components of a rich life. I’d also recommend the Greatness Guide and Greatness Guide 2 by him as well if you’ve never read those- excellent!
I loved this book!!

Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
In this groundbreaking book, the author challenges the conventional approach of focusing solely on "how" to achieve goals by emphasizing the importance of collaboration. By identifying the right people who can help you reach your objectives, you can accelerate your success significantly.

Fiction for Inspiration

The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin
This was the perfect book for our Fall vacation to Mexico- I was craving a fun, easy read that had absolutely nothing to do with business or personal development. NAILED IT! This fun, fictional story weaves themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery into its narrative. As characters navigate life's challenges together, readers may find unexpected inspiration and valuable life lessons woven throughout their journey. I’ve always enjoyed Emily Giffin’s books, especially All We Ever Wanted and The Lies That Bind. Such a cute read that is PERFECT for vacation!

Happy reading! 📚✨