1. Linchpin - Seth Godin A traditional work place used to have two teams of people management, and workforce today there’s a third team—linchpins: people who are indispensable, creative, innovative, and who resolve problems outside the box. Become a linchpin. 2. Getting Things Done - David Allen A unique approach to productivity and time management based on years of experience and experimentation. 3. The Success Principles - Jack Canfield In this book, Jack shares 65 ways of achieving a transformation in your life. If you want straight direct tips on how to change your life, this is the right book. 4. The 4-Hour Workweek - Tim Ferris If you’re interested in changing the status quo and dropping out from your 9-to-5 job, this is the book for you. 5. Failing Forward - John Maxwell Reconstruct your relationship with failure and learn to use it as a stepping stone for success.