Tag: books
5 Takeaways from “From Paycheck to Purpose”
“From Paycheck to Purpose” by Ken Coleman takes us on a deep dive into how to find our dream job. I am not looking for another job after finishing my military career, but I found the book very insightful and helpful. Even if you plan to become a content creator or entrepreneur, this book has…
5 Takeaways from “All Your Worth”
“All Your Worth” by Elizabeth Warren and Amelia Warren Tyagi (her daughter) is my favorite book outside of Robert Kiyosaki’s offerings. If I had read this book in 2006, I would be much further ahead financially today. But there is no point crying over spilled milk. In the future, I will recommend this book to…
5 Takeaways from “How to Not Die Alone”
“How to Not Die Alone” by Logan Ury is mainly for singles seeking love and relationships. However, if you are married (like me), there is still a lot of goodness in this book. Much of the dating process and mate selection has moved to the online space via apps and websites. With this massive change,…
5 Takeaways from “The Two-Income Trap”
“The Two-Income Trap” by Elizabeth Warren and Amelia Warren Tyagi is a must-read for anyone interested in modern finances. The great part is that they released the book in 2003. We have been sold a lie. Sending two parents into the workforce will cause more financial issues than it solves. I would have never thought…
505 Takeaways from 101 Books
Can reading 101 books make you rich? Yes, yes it can! 001 10 Other Investments You Can Do 002 40 Ways to Increase Net Income of Your Rental Property 003 A Trader’s First Book on Commodities 004 Amazon Keywords for Books 005 An Expat’s Experiences of Living in Turkey 006 Apartment Gardening 007 Artificial Intelligence,…
5 Takeaways from “The House Hacking Strategy”
“The House Hacking Strategy” by Craig Curelop talks about one of my favorite topics—house hacking. Indeed, my wife and I have built a great deal of wealth by house hacking, so it is great to read the “science” behind the magic. There are many ways to house hack, but two of the most popular are…
5 Takeaways from “Apartment Gardening”
“Apartment Gardening” by Garard White presents city-dwellers with the information we need to create a small garden. With inflation over 8%, there has never been a better time to grow your own food. There are other benefits to having a small garden, such as better health, relaxation, soothing work, income, and being productive. You don’t…
5 Takeaways from “Turo, The Modern Side Hustle”
“Turo, The Modern Side Hustle” by Jaziah Mallet and Michael Johnson is a topic that I am very interested in studying. I have written about renting out your personal vehicle in many articles previously, so I am eager to dig deeper. Luckily, this book performs a deep dive into a short book, my favorite types…
5 Takeaways from “Shipping Container Homes”
“Shipping Container Homes” by Louis Meier speaks to a growing niche of people looking for alternative housing. With housing prices soaring, it’s no wonder people are looking for different ways to live the American dream. I have worked out of shipping containers for most of my 23-year military career, so I can vouch for their…
5 Takeaways from “The Homesteading Encyclopedia”
“The Homesteading Encyclopedia” by Kelly Reed helps us city folks get into the mindset of a homesteader. You can homestead anywhere, from apartments to large acreage, but the philosophy is similar amongst all. Homesteading is more than farms, animals, and gardens. It encompasses all things related to sustainability, including sewing, recycling, and energy generation. You…
5 Takeaways from “The Magic of Short Books”
“The Magic of Short Books” by Mike Capuzzi is ideal because I publish lots of short books. Interestingly, this book is also short. After reading 95 books over the last two years, most books are over-inflated. I can extract most content from a book in the first 50+ pages. However, the average book is 200-300+…
5 Takeaways from “The 10% Entrepreneur”
“The 10% Entrepreneur” by Patrick J. McGinnis is for working people like me. The premise is you continue to work at your career while building a business with 10% of your time, effort, or money. I am a 10% Entrepreneur as I continue to work my career in the US Marine Corps. I am also…
5 Takeaways from “Amazon Keywords for Books”
“Amazon Keywords for Books” by Dale L. Roberts is a book for author-entrepreneurs like myself. I am entering year two of my writing journey, and it’s time to step up my game. I have not taken keywords as seriously as I should, but now is the perfect time to start. When you publish a book…
5 Takeaways from “Who the F*** Am I to be a Coach?”
“Who the F*** Am I to be a Coach?” by Megan Jo Wilson is a spiritual and emotional guide to becoming successful as a coach. This book is not a step-by-step how-to guide to coaching. The premise is actually unique because any entrepreneur can learn from this book. Entrepreneurship, in general, is problematic because it…
5 Takeaways from “Consulting Success”
“Consulting Success” by Michael Zipursky guides us to building and growing a consulting business. If you love the work you do, but not necessarily the company you are with, consulting may be a way to transition into your own business. Consulting is very much an independent duty. You need to be a self-starter, self-motivated and…
5 Takeaways from “Successful Self-Publishing”
“Successful Self-Publishing” by Joanna Penn gives us a look at how to self-publish ebooks, paperbacks, and audiobooks. She also talks about how to market after your release. I have been self-publishing for over a year now, but I still enjoy reading how others publish their works. I have read a few of Joanna Penns’ books,…
5 Takeaways from “How to NFT”
“How to NFT” by CoinGecko, gives us a future-focused look at Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). NFTs are all the rage now because of the ability to sell simple pictures for millions of dollars. But there is more under the hood of NFTs, as they can function in many different environments and situations. Some use-cases include art,…
5 Takeaways from “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up”
“The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo is more than a book about cleaning your home. Cleaning and organizing one’s stuff is life-changing and soul-cleansing—if you do it correctly, of course. She has a few recommendations to complete a successful cleaning. First, you must discard. Second, you begin the process of tidying. To…
5 Takeaways from “How to DeFi -Advanced”
“How to DeFi -Advanced” by Paula Robinson is the second book (part one) exploring decentralized finance and the world of cryptocurrencies. The world of DeFi is complex and moves at the speed of light, so one must constantly study to stay up-to-date. Decentralized finance aims to replicate many of the staples of traditional finance (insurance,…
5 Takeaways from “You are the Brand”
“You are the Brand” by Mike Kim gives us a valuable 8-step program to build our personal brand. I am currently building a brand, Military Family Investing, so this book comes to me at a perfect moment in time. Building a personal brand is vastly different from building a company. With a personal brand, you…
