SWIFT BOOKS Book Summary for the Winners

Productivity, Self Help

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

“The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” by Mark Manson is a thought-provoking self-help book that challenges the conventional pursuit of happiness. Manson argues that instead of striving to be positive all the time, we should focus on what…

Authenticity, Failure, Growth, Happiness, Mindfulness

Productivity

Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg

“Smarter Faster Better” by Charles Duhigg is a captivating exploration into the science and psychology behind productivity and success. In this book, Duhigg delves into the strategies and mindset shifts that can help individuals and organizations achieve their goals more…

Charles Duhigg, Focus, Innovation, Motivation, Productivity

Business

The effective manager by Mark Horstman

“The Effective Manager” by Mark Horstman is a comprehensive guide that provides practical advice and tools for managers at all levels. The book is structured around three main areas that are essential for effective management: communication, delegation, and motivation. Horstman…

Communication, Delegation, Feedback, Leadership, Mark Horstman, Motivation

Entrepreneurship

The lean startup by Eric Ries

“The Lean Startup” is a guide for entrepreneurs and startup companies on how to build a successful business while minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. The book introduces the Lean Startup methodology, which focuses on creating a product or service that…

Customer, Eric Ries, Experimentation, Growth, Innovation, Pivot

Philosophy

The Gathas: The sublime book of Zarathustra by Khosrow Khazai

Gathas, the sublime book of Zarathustra As a matter of fact, the Gathas of Zarathustra, widely regarded as a monument of the universal culture, had been considered, for a long time, as a monopoly of the departments of linguistics, philosophy…

Khosrow Khazai, life, morality, Persia, Persian, The Gathas, The Parsis, tolerance, Zarathustra, Zoroaster, Zoroastrian

Self Help

Crucial conversations by Kerry Patterson

“Crucial Conversations” is a self-help book that provides readers with strategies for handling difficult conversations effectively. The authors argue that these types of conversations are important because they can have a significant impact on our relationships, careers, and overall quality…

Accountability, Communication, Conflict, Dialogue, Empathy, Kerry Patterson

Education

Digital Security Essentials For Journalists and Activists by Hossein Azad Aghvami

Digital security is crucial for journalists and activists as they often work with sensitive information and may face targeted attacks by hostile actors. By following digital security best practices in this book, they can better protect their online communication, data,…

Cybercrime, Encryption, Firewall, Hacking, Hossein Azad Aghvami, Identity, Malware, Privacy, Protection, Threats, Vulnerabilities

Self Help

How to win friends and influence people by Dale Carnegie

In this timeless classic, Carnegie lays out the principles for building strong relationships with others and persuading them to see things from your perspective. He starts by emphasizing the importance of getting people to like you, and provides practical tips…

Communication, Dale Carnegie, Persuasion, Relationships, Self-improvement, Trust

Productivity

The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington

“The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months” by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington is a practical guide to help individuals and organizations achieve their goals more effectively and efficiently by…

Brian P. Moran, Focus, Leadership, Michael Lennington, Motivation, Productivity, Time management