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1	It Always Begins With Leadership by Milton Dohoney 4.75 avg rating — 44 ratings score: 2,100, and 21 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
2	Never Go with Your Gut: How Pioneering Leaders Make the Best Decisions and Avoid Business Disasters by Gleb Tsipursky (Goodreads Author) 4.11 avg rating — 261 ratings score: 1,696, and 17 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
3	Insight Out: The 6 Personality Types That Hold the Key to Success in Your Life and Relationships by Vann Joines PH D 4.67 avg rating — 31 ratings score: 1,600, and 16 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
4	Adapt and Plan for the New Abnormal of the COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic by Gleb Tsipursky (Goodreads Author) 4.45 avg rating — 109 ratings score: 1,293, and 13 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
5	Leading Hybrid and Remote Teams: A Manual on Benchmarking to Best Practices for Competitive Advantage by Gleb Tsipursky (Goodreads Author) 4.31 avg rating — 58 ratings score: 1,175, and 12 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
6	Common Sense Ain’t So Common: A handbook for the human condition by Scott L. Nelson (Goodreads Author) 4.53 avg rating — 30 ratings score: 1,100, and 11 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
7	The Six Pillars Of Effective Leadership: A Roadmap to Success by Jim Carlough (Goodreads Author) 4.98 avg rating — 347 ratings score: 900, and 9 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
8	The Blindspots Between Us: How to Overcome Unconscious Cognitive Bias and Build Better Relationships by Gleb Tsipursky (Goodreads Author) 3.90 avg rating — 283 ratings score: 785, and 8 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
9	Pro Truth: A Practical Plan for Putting Truth Back into Politics by Gleb Tsipursky (Goodreads Author) 4.41 avg rating — 123 ratings score: 684, and 7 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
10	Career's Quest: Proven Strategies for Mastering Success in Your Profession: Networking and Building Professional Relationships by Shubham Shukla (Goodreads Author) 4.56 avg rating — 108 ratings score: 400, and 4 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
11	Creating Abundance & Living Generously by Anne Denys (Goodreads Author) 4.80 avg rating — 40 ratings score: 300, and 3 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
12	The Almost Broken Mind: How to Regain Mind Control Through Mind Management to Get the Mind on Track With Mental Fitness to Stop the Mind Wondering so You Can Mind Your Business by Benjoy Brown 4.50 avg rating — 8 ratings score: 200, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
12	Our Matrix Decoded: How Our Reality is Rigged and How to Break Free by Ramzi Najjar (Goodreads Author) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 8 ratings score: 200, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
12	I Work too Damn Hard to be This Damn Broke: Learning how to budget your money by Hollie Bell-Schinzing (Goodreads Author) 4.72 avg rating — 20 ratings score: 200, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
15	How to Hack Back Your Mind: Reclaim Control Over Your Life by Ramzi Najjar (Goodreads Author) 4.33 avg rating — 82 ratings score: 196, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Let's Talk: ...About Making Your Life Exciting, Easier, And Exceptional by Art Rios (Goodreads Author) 4.29 avg rating — 4,472 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Grief Healed: A Physician's Guide to Dealing with Grief and Thriving by Sona Bhatnagar (Goodreads Author) 4.60 avg rating — 20 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Intense Transformation: Discover How HIIT—the Most Powerful Exercise to Transform Your Mind, Body, & Spirit—Can Activate Your Full Potential by Paul W. Matthews 4.73 avg rating — 11 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Stressless Brain by Madhur-Nain Webster (Goodreads Author) 4.53 avg rating — 15 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Beyond Order: 12 More Rules For Life by Jordan B. Peterson 4.13 avg rating — 32,165 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Road to Happy Is Not One Way by Sara Glashagel (Goodreads Author) 4.62 avg rating — 8 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Solar Energy On A Shoestring Budget by Jay Hamilton 2.50 avg rating — 2 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Be Bold: A Guide to Unbreakable Confidence by Anna Goldstein 4.18 avg rating — 33 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Entrepreneur’s Power: A practical guide to get energy for yourself and motivate others. Proven tips to unleash your full potential. by Matt Poyle (Goodreads Author) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 6 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Apotheosis Now: Rabbit Hole to the Beyond by Yanhao Huang (Goodreads Author) 4.10 avg rating — 251 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	You Matter: An informative guide on caring for your own mental well being by Beccy Kusu-Orkar 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Make Me an Offer I Can't Refuse: "Gangster" Rules for Your Working Life by Susan Riehle 3.52 avg rating — 11 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	24 Hours Is All It Takes: Daily Habits Guaranteed to Change Your Life by Vivian Risi (Goodreads Author) 3.53 avg rating — 51 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Intention: The Surprising Psychology of High Performers by Mike James Ross (Goodreads Author) 3.91 avg rating — 54 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Mirror Has Scars: A Healing Workbook for Women Rising from Burnout, Heartbreak & Emotional Exhaustion (She Who Rises 1) by Nilakshi Garg (Goodreads Author) 4.82 avg rating — 19 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Along Trails of Truth: A Mystical Life Journey in The Light of My Heart by Daniel Winrose (Goodreads Author) 4.50 avg rating — 6 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Realising The All (God?) Journeying into Feelings and Beyond by Winfried Sedhoff (Goodreads Author) 4.75 avg rating — 125 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The 48-Hour Virtual Interview Advantage: 21 Tactics to Prepare, Practice & Present Without the Panic by Tara Alexandra Kachaturoff it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Being Human: A User’s Guide: Past Performance Is Not a Guarantee of Future Results by David Ellis (Goodreads Author) 4.88 avg rating — 52 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Grounded: Leading Your Life With Intention by Nancy M. Dahl (Goodreads Author) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 8 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	A Lady's Book of Secrets: Timeless Wisdom to Lead You Home to Your Feminine Self by Scarlett Ruxa (Goodreads Author) 4.88 avg rating — 8 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Vipassana Meditation and Ayahuasca: Skillful Means for Transcending the Ego and Opening to Spiritual Growth by C. Clinton Sidle 4.88 avg rating — 25 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	A Fractured I.T. by Maurice Johnson (Goodreads Author) 4.33 avg rating — 3 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	PUTTING THE LEAD INTO LEADERSHIP: If you can lead a dog, you can lead a team by Kevin Weare it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Secret Method for Growing Younger: My Journey Through Alzheimer's to the Fountain of Youth Using the Law of Attraction by Ellen Wood (Goodreads Author) 2.68 avg rating — 19 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Leadership: The Art of Inspiring People to Be Their Best by Craig B. Whelden (Goodreads Author) 4.46 avg rating — 47 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Learn to Live Forward: The Transformative Resilience Method to Transform Pain into Unbreakable Purpose by Chidi Iwuchukwu (Goodreads Author) 4.42 avg rating — 71 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Lead by Legendary Example by Jay Jacobson it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 27 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness by Morgan Housel 4.27 avg rating — 373,485 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Mindfulness for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reducing Stress, Finding Calm, and Overcoming Overthink (The Foundation Series) by A.J. Cameron it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 13 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Two Most Important Days: How to Find Your Purpose - and Live a Happier, Healthier Life by Sanjiv Chopra 3.65 avg rating — 165 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	The Space in Between: An Empath's Field Guide by Signe Myers Hovem (Goodreads Author) 4.64 avg rating — 45 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	In but Not of: A Guide to Christian Ambition and the Desire to Influence the World by Hugh Hewitt 3.84 avg rating — 247 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	The Ultimate Human Secrets: The Hidden Power in Our Mysterious Unconscious Knowledge by Ramzi Najjar (Goodreads Author) 4.60 avg rating — 171 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	The Art of Pushing Forward: A Guide to Overcoming Life's Resistance by Ramzi Najjar (Goodreads Author) 4.56 avg rating — 9 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	Along Trails of Truth: A Clarification of The Message from Thoth the Atlantean by Daniel Winrose (Goodreads Author) 4.71 avg rating — 7 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	The Gap: Four Questions Between a Guess and a Fortune by Sriram Saravanan (Goodreads Author) 4.44 avg rating — 64 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	Mindfulness for Beginners: A Complete Guide to Cultivating Awareness, Understanding, and Compassion in Your Daily Life by A.J. Cameron 4.42 avg rating — 43 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
47	Buoyant: The Art and Science of a Resilient Life by Gina Vild (Goodreads Author) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
55	Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar by Cheryl Strayed (Goodreads Author) 4.14 avg rating — 146,857 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
55	The Effortless Investor: Wall Street Experts hate this book! Because, it helps you outperform them - effortlessly by Sriram Saravanan (Goodreads Author) 4.48 avg rating — 275 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
55	Mindfulness for Beginners (Nonfiction for Beginners) by A.J. Cameron 4.90 avg rating — 20 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
58	On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living by Alan Noble (Goodreads Author) 4.29 avg rating — 3,424 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
58	The You Beyond You: The Knowledge of the Willing by Ramzi Najjar (Goodreads Author) 4.29 avg rating — 312 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
58	The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham 4.23 avg rating — 159,036 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars