Are you struggling to get your assignments done on time? Do you feel like you never have enough time to do the things that you want? The best way to take control of your time is to build a rock-solid schedule. Make sure that you have accounted for everything. Stop wasting time. The biggest mistake…
Author: Matt Heywood
My Top 4 Takeaways From Climate Capitalism by L. Hunter Lovins
Climate Capitalism makes the argument that there are business opportunities in solving climate issues. Lovins argues that the view that sustainable business practices reduce the bottom is outdated and simply not true. She gives examples of how businesses can take advantage of climate capitalism to both improve the climate and save money. I really liked…
My Top 5 Takeaways from The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
The Psychology of Money gives insights into how people make financial decisions and talks about the link between money and happiness. Morgan Housel teaches that people make financial decisions more based on emotions than pure logic. The study of finance is not all about numbers and spreadsheets. It’s about connections between people. More business decisions…
My Top 5 Takeaways from Renewable by Jeremy Shere
Why is it so damn hard to make renewable energy? It seems like I am always hearing new stories about the potential of renewable energy. Wind, solar, hydro, biofuels… surely one of these technologies should be able to compete with oil and gas right? Then why does renewable energy make up such a small percentage…
My Top 5 Takeaways from Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Use your mind to make money. That’s what it’s all about. How do you need to think to become rich? The first step to accomplishing anything is having a clear picture in your mind of what you are trying to do. You need to really think about how much money you want, and how you…
My Top 5 Takeaways from Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
Negotiating is uncomfortable. It makes you feel like you’re under attack. If you’re not prepared, you can end up feeling awkward, or worse, like you got taken advantage of. In Never Split the Difference, Chris Voss teaches you how to be a successful negotiator. His real-life stories from his work as a hostage negotiator are…
My Top 5 Takeaways from Bigger Leaner Stronger by Mike Matthews
The fitness industry is a mess. There is so much misleading information on fad diets and tricks to building muscle and losing fat. In Bigger Leaner Stronger, Mike Matthews takes an evidence-based approach to explain the science of getting shredded. He uses simple terms to explain how to build muscle and lose fat. He teaches…
My Top 5 Takeaways from Atomic Habits by James Clear
In Atomic Habits, James Clear writes a good explanation of what our habits are and how they affect our lives. He teaches a logical set of instructions for how to break old habits and build new ones. He tells inspiring stories of successful people using these methods to make little changes each day that can…
My Top 5 Takeaways from Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki
In Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert T. Kiyosaki teaches you how to think about money the way the rich do. He uses an easy-to-read storytelling style to explain why the poor have a hard time saving money and how the rich stay rich. He tells the story of the financial struggles of his poor dad…