OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

Dave Ramsey provides great guidance to get you out of debt and motivate you to tackle them regardless of what stage your life is in and your size of debt. 

The book shows you how to budget and take back control of your finances. Learn the 7 Baby Steps that will propel you on the path to financial wellness.

David Bach outlined the concept of Paying Yourself First in The Automatic Millionaire. Set up the system that encourages you to automatically save and invest for your future before paying for any other expenses, including taxes. By and large, before you even get to see the money in your paychecks.

In this book, you will learn more about the meaning of poor, middle-class, and someone who’s truly wealthy. If you would like to know where people are truly placed in our society in terms of wealth, I’d like to recommend The Millionaire Next Door by Dr. Stanley, PHD.

Get some perspective!

It's about life’s purpose and contentment; it’s a level of fulfillment that one should appreciate. This book is heavily focused on philosophy and character aspects. Dave talks about the intrinsic value, tying together one's character and their personal finances. It will definitely open up your eyes in how to view personal wealth.

This book will certainly change your perspective and approach on how to teach your kids about money. It outlined a clear path for you to raise your kids to properly handle their hard their earned money and to become responsible young adults.  Show them how to make money, save money, spend money, and give money.

Mr. Collins wrote this book for his daughter, who once had little interest in investing.  He laid out a dummy-proof strategy, a very simple path to gain wealth, backed up by great data and laws that allow people to invest with tax advantages. One of his mantras during the Google interview was: Simple is Powerful, hence his book title.

Retire with dignity! Chris Hogan will show you how to take steps now to help save and invest for your retirement dreams. It doesn't matter how old you are - retirement is not an age, it’s a financial number.  This book is packed with the knowledge to guide you there. You don’t have to worry about retiring broke, stressed, and working longer than necessary.

Tony's Unshakable is an investing playbook, transforming your financial life and accelerating your path to success. You don't have to make a great salary and no matter your stage in life, this book will provide a road map to help you achieve your financial goals quicker than you ever thought possible. 

Invest like a pro...Be Unshakeable!

This was the one book that gave me the knowledge and the courage to part ways with our Financial Advisor and explore investing on our own. It contains extensive research and interviews with investing financial gurus like John Bogle, Paul Tudor Jones, Ray Dalio etc. It is also filled with advice to help you win with money and provide financial freedom for life.

 This book is Robert's story of growing up with Rich Dad Poor Dad - his real (poor) father and his  best friend's (rich) father. There are stark contrasting ideas in which both men shaped his thoughts about money and investing. You don't need to earn a high income to be rich. Instead of working for money, set up a system for your money to work for you. 

 Retire Young Retire Rich is about how Robert and his wife were once broke, but turned around and became financially independent within 10 years.  Robert talks about the importance of understanding the cash flow quadrant and the strategy of using the power of leverage. Find out how you can retire rich and early if you don't plan on working all your life. 

There are “financial experts” who advise people to take out their credits cards and cut them up. And that may be a good plan for someone who is financially irresponsible, it’s not great advice for someone who wants to build wealth and become financially free. Cutting up your credit cards won’t make you rich; learning to leverage and manage debt will. 

 Investing means different things to different people… and there is a huge difference between passive investing and becoming an active, engaged investor. Rich Dad’s Guide to Investing covers the basic rules of investing, how to reduce your investment risk, how to convert your earned income into passive income… plus Rich Dad’s 10 Investor Controls. 

 In Love Your Life, Not Theirs, Rachel Cruze shines a spotlight on the most damaging money habit we have: comparing ourselves to others. Then she unpacks seven essential money habits for living the life we really want--a life in line with our values, where we can afford the things we want to buy without being buried under debt, stress, and worry. Take back control of your life.

  Investing like Warren Buffet, Charles Munger & her father, Phil Town, Danielle shares her estranged relationship with her father and goes through twelve months of learning how become a values investor like them. If you're into investing single stocks, this book is for you. Danielle  gives valuable insights into common problems new investors face.   

Going from broke with less than $5 in his bank account, Grant writes about this journey of turning this financial life around to become a millionaire within 5 years by working hard and doing side hustles. Forget everything you've ever learned about money; in this book, he provides pathways to make more money in less time, so you have more time to do what you desire.

Dave Ramsey takes a dive into God’s view and truth about money and wealth. Money is truly not ours to keep, but it's God's money for us to manage. In this book, Dave shows you how to change your family tree and build a legacy with these key takeaways: Learn God’s view of handling money, know when enough is enough, and road map to setting goals.

So you think you're smart and you don't make dumb decisions with money? Jill Schlesinger reveals thirteen money blunders you may be making right now. Even the smartest among us can make costly mistakes because of our and emotional nature and lack of knowledge. Try to avoid money pitfalls and take back control of your finances with these tools.

This easy to read book takes the form of a story of a young woman with some financial struggles who goes into her job unfulfilled, but discovered how simple it is to build wealth by just cutting the cost of her morning latte. It contains a simple concept that is easily put into practice. The book showcases the financial and life principles the author wants to share with his audience.

Be prepared to alter your lifestyle, Vicki really makes you re-examine what it means to have money. When it comes down to it, it's really not about money, but it is more about what we're trading our life energy for. It has a spiritual angle but is also immensely practical, providing you steps to transforming your relationship with money and a way to track your progress. 

This was a great short interesting read about a family choosing to leave behind a typical upper-middle class California lifestyle to join the FIRE movement.  One day, Scott listened to a podcast interview that changed everything. He convinced his wife, uprooted their family and cut their expenses in half that allows for the savings necessary to achieve financial independence. 

 This book is based on the largest study EVER conducted on 10,000 U.S. millionaires—and the results will shock you! You’ll learn that building wealth has almost NOTHING to do with your income or your background! It doesn’t matter where you come from. It matters where you’re going.

All You Need to Know About How To

* Implement a smart asset allocation strategy

* Diversify your investments with stocks, bonds, real estate, and other classes

* Change your allocation and lock in gains

The greatest investment advisor of the twentieth century, Benjamin Graham, taught and inspired people worldwide. Graham's philosophy of "value investing" - which shields investors from substantial error and teaches them to develop long-term strategies.

In this new edition of Financial Peace, Ramsey has updated his tactics and philosophy to show even more readers:

   • How to get out of debt and stay out
   • KISS "Keep It Simple, Stupid"
   • How to use the principle of contentment to guide financial decision making
   • How the flow of money can revolutionize relationships

 If you’re looking for the answer all your “How?” “What?” and “Why?” questions about money, this book is for you. Dave Ramsey’s Complete Guide to Money covers the A to Z of Dave’s money teachings, including how to budget, save, dump debt and invest. You’ll also learn all about insurance, mortgage options, marketing, bargain hunting and the most important element of all―giving. 

Since 1995, Manganiello has helped hundreds of thousands of people get out of debt, and now, he'll show you how to do the same. Throughout these pages, he skillfully outlines a plan that will allow you to eliminate debt, develop better credit, and retire comfortably.  You'll learn to perform a Cash-Flow Analysis - a straightforward approach to assessing your financial standing—to putting your plan into action. 

 The definitive guide to financial independence that offers proven skills and realistic strategies you can use to retire early—and still have time to enjoy your golden years!

Retiring early is not limited to lottery winners or the super rich. In fact, with proper planning, we can all retire at a younger age than we ever dreamed—but only if we know how.
 

Napoleon Hill is one of the best authors, lecturers, and philosophers of all time. Through his extensive research, this book reveals the secrets of many successful men. What makes them tick – what are some common traits that make these men so successful? It will show you not only what to do but also how to do it. Learn their traits and apply these simple basic methods, you will amass true wealth and attain lasting success! Napoleon Hill is now considered to be in the top ranks among the world's high-achievers.

Napoleon Hill shares his key habits that provide the basis for life-changing success. Hill talks about the need for Accurate Thinking. Accurate Thinking is a cold-blooded business, Mr. Hill said and I’m paraphrasing, ‘Accurate Thinking requires you to tie a string on both ends to your heart (emotion), when your emotion is swung too far to one end, the other string will pull it back to balance out that emotion.’ This book explains the fundamental rules that lead to a prosperous life.

Notable quotable by Mr. Covey: "Paradigms are powerful because they create the lens through which we see the world...If you want small changes in your life, work on your attitude. But if you want big and primary changes, work on your paradigm.” The priceless wisdom and insight can be found in these 7 Habits...: 1. Be proactive. 2. Begin with the end in mind. 3. Put first things first. 

4. Think win-win. 5. Seek first to understand, then to be understood. 6. Synergize. 

7. Sharpen the saw, growth.

 This book helps you deal with any stressful situation, be it about your business or your personal life. Stress is a major cause of health degeneration. Learn to reduce financial worries and avoid fatigue. There's no need to live with the anxiety that keeps you from looking young and enjoying a full, active life. This book brims with great timeless advice that is easy to apply, even many decades later.

This book will transform your thinking about leadership. There’s a huge difference between a leader and a manager. John C. Maxwell lays out 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: The law of…the Lid, Influence, Process, Navigation, Addition, Solid Ground, Respect, Intuition, Magnetism, Connection, Inner Circle, Empowerment, The Picture, Buy-In, Victory, The Big Mo, Priorities, Sacrifice, Timing, Explosive Growth, Legacy.

Seriously...no more excuses! You don’t need to have innate talents, be born with incredible wealth, or have a wide network of connections - many successful people achieve their goals by developing good habits and self-discipline. Let Brian provide ways to accomplish success in three major areas of your life: 1. Your personal goals. 2. Your business and money goals. 3. Your overall happiness.

This book is about discovering your inner self and being grateful in order for you to gain the richness in life. Instead of focusing on things of material nature, you should appreciate what you have and feel blessed with whom you have them with. Thanking (not thinking) puts you on the gratitude frequency that will make you rich in mind and spirit, happy, and in love with life.

 Communication is the heart connecting the mind. There are two common traits among successful professionals who make six digits in income a year, they all have good integrity and great communication skills. Tony put together this excellent  how-to put together presentations from start to finish. Lots of bullet points making it very easy to follow. Learn to master your presentation skills.

This book was BADASS! In an effort to broaden my reading horizon, I have decided to add more inspirational books to my reads that will help me grow! If you get beyond some colorful language, this book was very helpful and offers some great skills and techniques to apply to your life. Also, if you have barriers that are holding you back from achieving your goals, this book is for you!

I loved its no-bullshit approach. If you've ever needed a kick in the butt to get yourself motivated to achieve greater things, then this book is for you. Get out of your head and into your life. I recommend it to anyone who needs a mental slap in the face. Every now and then, this book strikes exactly the right tone, simplifies the words for you, and transforms your way of thinking. At least that's what this book did this for me.

 Great book and interesting takes on the various stresses we have and ways to cope and eliminate stress.  If you are stressed or function in a stressful environment this book is for you.  The author gave some great advice and easy to follow worksheet. This is an excellent book! A wonderful new application of Covey's 7 Principles for Highly Effective People as a means of overcoming stressful situations.

 Who Moved My Cheese? An amazing short read that deals with ever changing in the workforce and in your life. The story is perfectly written and takes up one hour of your life but may just give you a knowledge of a lifetime. It is a motivational business fable that reveals truths about dealing with change and describes four typical reactions to those changes by two mice, Hem & Haw, and two little people during their quest for cheese.  

It’s time to stop procrastinating and get more of the important things done! After all, successful people don’t try to do everything. They focus on their most important tasks and get those done. They eat their frogs.  Eat That Frog! shows you how to organize each day so you can zero in on these critical tasks and accomplish them efficiently and effectively. 

 Wake up and take control of your life! From the bestselling author of Inner Strength, Unlimited Power, and MONEY Master the Game, Anthony Robbins, the nation's leader in the science of peak performance, shows you his most effective strategies and techniques for mastering your emotions, your body, your relationships, your finances, and your life. 

The Compound Effect is based on the principle that decisions shape your destiny. Little, everyday decisions will either take you to the life you desire or to disaster by default. Darren Hardy, publisher of Success Magazine, presents The Compound Effect, a distillation of the fundamental principles that have guided the most phenomenal achievements in business, relationships, and beyond. 

 There’s nothing like the power of storytelling to reach deep inside you and change you for the better. Now, how about combining real-life, personal stories with easy-to-implement tips from America’s go-to therapist Dr. Mike Dow? He shows you how to use the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy to change the way you think and act... be happy. 

Wisdom to Create a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Peace. This inspiring tale provides a step-by-step approach to living with greater courage, balance, abundance, and joy. A wonderfully crafted fable, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari tells the extraordinary story of Julian Mantle, a lawyer forced to confront the spiritual crisis of his out-of-balance life.

 These 101 true stories will inspire you to think positive to live a happier life.

Everyone can use a little more positive thinking—to create an even better life. Your attitude is a powerful tool, and these stories from real people show you how to think yourself into a more fulfilling and happier life. 

 Media guru and Emmy Award-winning correspondent Bill McGowan - coach to some of the biggest names in business and entertainment, including Eli Manning, Kelly Clarkson, Jack Welch, Thomas Keller, and Kenneth Cole - teaches you how to get your message across and get what you want with pitch-perfect communication. He is also a trusted advisor in the C-suites of tech companies like Facebook, Spotify, & AirBnB.  

You can go after the job you want and get it!

Take the job you have—and improve it!

You can take any situation—and make it work for you!

Dale Carnegie’s rock-solid, time-tested advice has carried countless people up the ladder of success in their business and personal lives. One of the most groundbreaking and timeless bestsellers of all times.

 Seven Steps to Leading Your Best Life.

This deeply engaging story is filled with powerful and practical life lessons that will open you to new possibilities and transform your life forever.  ROBIN SHARMA is widely considered one of the world’s top leadership and personal optimization advisors, his clients include famed billionaires, professional sports superstars and many Fortune 100 companies. 

  A Mini Habit is a very small positive behavior that you force yourself to do every day; its "too small to fail" nature makes it weightless, deceptively powerful, and a superior habit-building strategy. You will have no choice but to believe in yourself when you're always moving forward. 

 Pearls of Wisdom contains the greatest ideas of today’s top self-help authors, combining traditional and new techniques, affirmations, theories, meditations and practices to lead readers from the struggles they deal with in their current situations to a higher, enlightened life; not merely an existence. 

 Want the juicy marketing secrets that save time and get results quickly for your business? Then this is the book for you. Marketing Secrets for the Self-Employed offers a detailed plan for entrepreneurs, small business owners, salespeople, and service professionals.