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The Burnout Society

The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han is a thought-provoking and insightful book that explores the phenomenon of burnout in contemporary society. Han argues that the prevalent culture of achievement, productivity, and constant self-optimisation has led to a state of exhaustion and burnout that permeates all aspects of life.

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5 minutes

Exceptional Service Exceptional Profit The Secret of Building a 5-Star Customer Service Organisation

Exceptional Service, Exceptional Profit: The Secrets of Building a Five-Star Customer Service Organization is a book written by Leonardo Inghilleri and Micah Solomon, two customer service experts with decades of experience working with leading service organisations. In the book, Inghilleri and Solomon provide a step-by-step guide to creating a world-class customer service organisation, based on their extensive research and real-world experience. 

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5 minutes

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life by Mark Manson is a thought-provoking self-help book that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a refreshing perspective on finding happiness and fulfilment. Through a combination of personal anecdotes, philosophical insights, and practical advice, Manson encourages readers to re-evaluate their priorities, embrace discomfort, and focus on what truly matters.

Zero to One: Notes on Startups or How to Build the Future

"Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future" is a book by entrepreneur and investor Peter Thiel, in which he outlines his perspective on what it takes to create a successful startup. Thiel argues that the most valuable businesses are those that create something truly new - going from "zero to one" - rather than simply improving on what already exists. 

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5 minutes

Thinking Fast and Slow

Thinking, Fast and Slow is a book by Nobel Prize-winning economist and psychologist Daniel Kahneman. The book provides a detailed exploration of the two systems of thinking that govern human decision-making and judgment.

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5 minutes

There is No Planet B

"There is No Planet B" by Mike Berners-Lee is a thought-provoking exploration of the environmental challenges facing our planet and the urgent need for sustainable solutions. Drawing on scientific research and his expertise in carbon foot printing, Berners-Lee presents a compelling case for taking decisive action to address climate change and other environmental issues before it's too late.

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