34 Books recommended by Jodie Cook

Choose Yourself!
Author :James Altucher

"There’s no reason to wait in line to be picked when you can choose yourself. I love the audacity of this book." - Jodie Cook [Source]

What I Know For Sure
Author :Oprah Winfrey

"Cutting through the noise and remembering what really matters as a strategy for success and peace in life and work." - Jodie Cook [Source]

How To Be F*cking Awesome
Author :Dan Meredith

"Effective life advice from an entrepreneur who practices what he preaches." - Jodie Cook [Source]

So Good They Can't Ignore You
Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love
Author :Cal Newport

"I love the focus on being unapologetically exceptional, putting the hours in and outproducing everyone else on your quest to becoming a true artist." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The War of Art
Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles
Author :Steven Pressfield

"This book is a sharp reality check for every artist. It will help you become unblocked, right now and possibly forever." - Jodie Cook [Source]

David and Goliath
Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants
Author :Malcolm Gladwell

"Straight-talking guidance on why life is too short to be little." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The Hard Thing About Hard Things
Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers
Author :Ben Horowitz

"Reframes your mind: hard doesn’t mean bad. Seeking the easy route is a trap." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The Magic of Thinking Big
Author :David J. Schwartz

"The sooner you read [this book] the sooner you will up your game." - Jodie Cook [Source]


Digital Minimalism
Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
Author :Cal Newport

"[Looks] into lifestyle design and lifestyle habits to ensure that you’re making intentional choices about how you spend your limited time on this planet." - Jodie Cook [Source]

On Writing Well
An Informal Guide to Writing Nonfiction
Author :William Zinsser

"A fascinating exploration of writing for different genres." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Can't Hurt Me
Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
Author :David Goggins

"If David Goggins can run a hundred miles on broken legs, what’s possible for you?!" - Jodie Cook [Source]

101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think
Author :Brianna Wiest

"Perfect for millennials with doubts." - Jodie Cook [Source]


Purple Cow
Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable
Author :Seth Godin

"A worthwhile reminder that extraordinary companies win." - Jodie Cook [Source]

A Guide to the Good Life
The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
Author :William B. Irvine

"[Focuses] on continually improving every aspect of your life and work." - Jodie Cook [Source]

You'll See It When You Believe It
The Way to Your Personal Transformation
Author :Wayne Dyer

"Will transform your mindset and help you step up a level." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Perennial Seller
The Art of Making and Marketing Work that Lasts
Author :Ryan Holiday

"Less throwing any old rubbish out there and more testing and refining until you are truly proud of what you have created." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The 4-Hour Workweek
Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich
Author :Tim Ferriss

"Life and work are reimagined and built back from scratch, in a way optimised for freedom and enjoyment." - Jodie Cook [Source]
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The Everything Store
Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon
Author :Brad Stone

"Do you dare run a business like Jeff?!" - Jodie Cook [Source]


Tools of Titans
The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers
Author :Tim Ferriss

"Read it with a huge notebook in front of you for all the ideas and actions it will spark!" - Jodie Cook [Source]

The Alchemist
Author :Paulo Coelho

"The most important messages shared in the most beautiful story." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The Courage to Be Disliked
The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You How to Change Your Life and Achieve Real Happiness
Author :Ichiro Kishimi

"A fascinating look into how Adlerian psychology applies to modern life. Keep an open mind when reading this book." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Tribe of Mentors
Short Life Advice from the Best in the World
Author :Tim Ferriss

"[Brings] incredible mentors right to you, in the comfort of your own home." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Essentialism
The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
Author :Greg Mckeown

"Do less but do it better. Wise words with application across life and business." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The Art of Impossible
A Peak Performance Primer
Author :Steven Kotler

"This book will not only help you find what you were put here to do, it will set you up well to actually do it." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Anything You Want
40 Lessons for a New Kind of Entrepreneur
Author :Derek Sivers

"A perfect reminder that business can be simple." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Awaken the Giant Within
How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial
Author :Tony Robbins

"Plenty of actionables to develop a better mindset." - Jodie Cook [Source]

It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work
Author :David Heinemeier Hansson

"A powerful reminder that complications and bureaucracy are a choice. I love the 37 Signals ethos." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Super Attractor
Methods for Manifesting a Life beyond Your Wildest Dreams
Author :Gabrielle Bernstein

"Less pushing for progress and more allowing opportunity in." - Jodie Cook [Source]

The 5AM Club
Own Your Morning. Elevate Your Life.
Author :Robin Sharma

"A coach to billionaires and global humanitarians, [the author] poured his heart and soul into this book." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Atomic Habits
An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Author :James Clear

"I love the simplicity of this book." - Jodie Cook [Source]

Key Person of Influence
The Five-Step Method to Become One of the Most Highly Valued and Highly Paid People in Your Industry
Author :Daniel Priestley

"The KPIs of every industry are reaping most of the benefits and this book explains how you can join them." - Jodie Cook [Source]
FAQs
Q1: What books does Jodie Cook recommend?
Jodie Cook typically recommends books related to personal development, self-help and spiritual growth. Some of the popular titles are The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle, A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl and The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer.
Q2: Which books does Jodie recommend for personal growth?
Jodie Cook recommends a range of books to help with personal growth and development. Some top picks include The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey, You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero, The Art of Happiness by the Dalai Lama and A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle.
Q3: What books does Jodie suggest for self-help?
Jodie Cook suggests many self-help and motivational books. Some of the highly recommended titles are The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson, The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle, The 4 Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo and The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman.
Q4: How did Jodie select the books she recommends?
Jodie Cook selects books based on her personal research, experience and recommendations from other experts. She looks for books that have been recommended by the readers, authors and experts in the field. Additionally, she takes into account the quality of writing, concepts covered and whether the book has the potential to help readers grow and develop.
Q5: What makes Jodie's book recommendations special?
Jodie Cook’s book recommendations are special because they come from someone who has studied and personally experienced the power of self-help books and the impact they can have on personal growth and development. She believes that books could be a great teacher and can offer valuable guidance to readers across the globe.