SWIFT BOOKS Book Summary for the Winners

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

Self Help

Quick and easy ways to effective speaking by Dale Carnegie

“Quick and Easy Ways to Effective Speaking” by Dale Carnegie is a comprehensive guide to help readers develop their communication and public speaking skills. This book offers practical advice on how to become an effective communicator by providing techniques, tips,…

Communication, Confidence, Dale Carnegie, Empathy, Influence, Leadership

Psychology

Surrounded by idiots by Thomas Erikson

“Surrounded by Idiots” is a popular psychology book written by Swedish author Thomas Erikson. In this book, Erikson seeks to explain why people behave the way they do and how we can improve our communication with others by understanding their…

Adaptability, Communication, Personality, Psychology, Relationships, Thomas Erikson

Business

Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

“Never Split the Difference” is a book written by Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, in which he shares his experience and insights on the art of negotiation. The book is filled with real-life examples and practical advice on…

Anchoring, Chris Voss, Control, Empathy, Execution, Negotiation

Technology

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) by Hossein Azad Aghvami

OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) is a powerful tool used by professionals in a range of fields, from law enforcement and cybersecurity to journalism and competitive intelligence to uncovering information and insights that are not readily available to the public and gather…

Analysis, Discovery, Hossein Azad Aghvami, Information, Intelligence, Investigation, Monitoring, Research, Surveillance

Fiction

Never Tell by Lisa Gardner

“Never Tell” is a gripping crime thriller by Lisa Gardner that follows the story of Evie Carter, who is found standing over her husband’s dead body with a gun in her hand. Detective D.D. Warren is assigned to investigate the…

Betrayal, Justice, Lisa Gardner, Resilience, Secrets, Suspense