Monthly Archives: December 2011

Top Ten Change Books in 2011 (Part 2)

Posted on December 31, 2011 by George Rodriguez

Here are the final five books on change that I read this year.  The first five books on change were discussed earlier.  Starting with number five: #5: “Getting Things Done” by David Allen – rarely does a book spark a … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Change Books in 2011 (Part 1)

Posted on December 30, 2011 by George Rodriguez

These are the top ten books on change that I read in 2011.  Some are newly published, some have been around for a while, but all had a lasting impact on me as I strive to fulfill my potential in … Continue reading →

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Leverage – “Drive” by Daniel H. Pink

Posted on December 23, 2011 by George Rodriguez
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One of my Top Ten Books of the Year, “Drive” analyzes motivation and specifically what motivates us as human beings.  And it’s probably not what you think. Elevator Review: Daniel Pink argues; and based on his impressive evidence, rightly so, … Continue reading →

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7 Ways to Mark Up Books

Posted on December 20, 2011 by George Rodriguez

When we take the time to read non-fiction books we are looking to add to our base of knowledge.  But how do we do this when the books we read can be hundreds of pages long and full of new … Continue reading →

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Reading Rules for the Weary Reader

Posted on December 16, 2011 by George Rodriguez

As I was scrolling through tweets on my phone this evening I came to the sudden realization that I’m starting to skim tweets.  How pressed for time am I if I have to rush through 140 character messages?  And I’ve … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “How Full Is Your Bucket?” by Tom Rath & Donald O. Clifton

Posted on December 16, 2011 by George Rodriguez

I’m going to go off format for this review for a couple of reasons.  One, it is books like this that made me want to start a site like bookleverageblog.com.  Two, I could sum up my review (and summarize the … Continue reading →

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Do You Have a #18?

Posted on December 15, 2011 by George Rodriguez

Timothy Wilson tells a story in “Redirect” (read my review here) about Muriel Wiggins and the overt racism she had to overcome while growing up.  One observation Wilson made about Muriel was that “There were lots of books in her … Continue reading →

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Book Review – “ProBlogger” by Darren Rowse and Chris Garrett

Posted on December 15, 2011 by George Rodriguez

A year ago I knew one thing about blogging…it seemed like everyone was doing it.  After reading “ProBlogger” I have a much better sense of blogs, the blogosphere and more importantly tips and tricks to starting a business based on … Continue reading →

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Reading List – Books Read

Posted on December 14, 2011 by George Rodriguez

Wanted to post the list of books I’ve read recently that I will be reviewing soon. “ProBlogger” by Darren Rowse and Chris Garrett – Rowse is a legend in the blogging community from what I’ve come across and this book … Continue reading →

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Review – “The Myths of Innovation” by Scott Berkun

Posted on December 14, 2011 by George Rodriguez

THE ELEVATOR REVIEW: Scott Berkun has pulled back the curtain on what innovation really looks like, what it really takes,  and in the process provides us with a new roadmap to use in our own journey of innovation.  At times … Continue reading →

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