I bet plenty of you read that title and immediately thought "Great! A list of books teaching me the nuts and bolts of how to become a property developer".
And you would be wrong.
It's important to learn the "how to" of becoming a property developer, sure, but just as important is personal development to expand your mindset. And that process is a lifelong journey.
And because it's not enough to blow your mind just once, I'm going to do it a second time.
Not a lot of people know this, but I'm actually dyslexic. Which probably explains a lot about me - it's not just all those bumps on the head playing rugby that made me who I am today!
So you might be wondering if I'm the right person to be giving you a recommended reading list for becoming a high successful property developer.
The answer is simple - audio books. I'm a total audio book addict, and being able to listen to books has opened up all sorts of possibilities for me to learn and grow. Audible rocks!
It's also important to recognise that developing your mindset falls into two basic categories:
The books are in no particular order, and I've included a brief summary of what each book is about.
Word of advice - if you read a summary for a book and immediately think it's not for you, then that's probably the most important book for you to read or listen to next. Stretching your comfort zone is a big part of personal development!
So here we go...
Atomic Habits - James Clear
Atomic Habits by James Clear explores how small, incremental changes can lead to remarkable long-term results by focusing on the science of habits.
Can't Hurt Me - David Goggins
Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins is a memoir and self-help guide that recounts Goggins’ journey from a troubled childhood marked by abuse, racism, and poverty to becoming one of the toughest endurance athletes and Navy SEALs in history.
Scaling Up - Verne Harnish
Scaling Up by Verne Harnish provides a practical framework for businesses to successfully grow and scale by focusing on four key areas: People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash.
The 4-Hour Workweek - Tim Ferriss
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss offers a blueprint for escaping the traditional 9-to-5 grind and creating a life of freedom through lifestyle design.
Infinite Game - Simon Sinek
The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek explores the mindset and principles required to succeed in infinite games — situations with no clear winners, fixed rules, or endpoints, such as business or life.
Daring Greatly - Brene Brown
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown explores the transformative power of vulnerability and its role in fostering connection, creativity, and meaningful living.
Never Split The Difference - Chris Voss
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, offers a practical guide to mastering negotiation in any context by focusing on emotional intelligence and tactical empathy.
The Diary of a CEO - Steven Bartlett
The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett offers insights into the personal and professional lessons he learned while building a successful business and navigating life as an entrepreneur.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen R. Covey
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey is a timeless guide to personal and professional effectiveness, offering a principle-centred approach to success.
The Bezos Letters - Steve Anderson
The Bezos Letters by Steve Anderson analyses the 21 annual shareholder letters written by Jeff Bezos during his time as CEO of Amazon to uncover the principles and strategies that fuelled the company’s extraordinary growth.
Power Of Positive Thinking - Norman Vincent Peale
The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale is a self-help classic that emphasizes the transformative power of optimism and belief in one's ability to overcome challenges.
Beyond Entrepreneurship - Jim Collins and William C. Lazier
Beyond Entrepreneurship by Jim Collins and William C. Lazier offers a roadmap for building enduring companies that go beyond short-term success to create lasting value and impact.
Daily Stoic - Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman is a year-round guide to applying the principles of Stoicism to everyday life, focusing on themes such as self-discipline, resilience, gratitude, and emotional control.
Realistically, there are a lot of great books out there to help you grow your mindset and property development skills, so don't feel limited by this list. The important thing is to take time every day to give yourself the mental food you need to grow.
And you would be wrong.
It's important to learn the "how to" of becoming a property developer, sure, but just as important is personal development to expand your mindset. And that process is a lifelong journey.
And because it's not enough to blow your mind just once, I'm going to do it a second time.
Not a lot of people know this, but I'm actually dyslexic. Which probably explains a lot about me - it's not just all those bumps on the head playing rugby that made me who I am today!
So you might be wondering if I'm the right person to be giving you a recommended reading list for becoming a high successful property developer.
The answer is simple - audio books. I'm a total audio book addict, and being able to listen to books has opened up all sorts of possibilities for me to learn and grow. Audible rocks!
It's also important to recognise that developing your mindset falls into two basic categories:- personal development & self belief
- business & entrepreneurial skills
The books are in no particular order, and I've included a brief summary of what each book is about.
Word of advice - if you read a summary for a book and immediately think it's not for you, then that's probably the most important book for you to read or listen to next. Stretching your comfort zone is a big part of personal development!
So here we go...
Atomic Habits - James Clear
Atomic Habits by James Clear explores how small, incremental changes can lead to remarkable long-term results by focusing on the science of habits.
Can't Hurt Me - David Goggins
Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins is a memoir and self-help guide that recounts Goggins’ journey from a troubled childhood marked by abuse, racism, and poverty to becoming one of the toughest endurance athletes and Navy SEALs in history.
Scaling Up - Verne Harnish
Scaling Up by Verne Harnish provides a practical framework for businesses to successfully grow and scale by focusing on four key areas: People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash.
The 4-Hour Workweek - Tim Ferriss
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss offers a blueprint for escaping the traditional 9-to-5 grind and creating a life of freedom through lifestyle design.
Infinite Game - Simon Sinek
The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek explores the mindset and principles required to succeed in infinite games — situations with no clear winners, fixed rules, or endpoints, such as business or life.
Daring Greatly - Brene BrownDaring Greatly by Brené Brown explores the transformative power of vulnerability and its role in fostering connection, creativity, and meaningful living.
Never Split The Difference - Chris Voss
Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, offers a practical guide to mastering negotiation in any context by focusing on emotional intelligence and tactical empathy.
The Diary of a CEO - Steven Bartlett
The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett offers insights into the personal and professional lessons he learned while building a successful business and navigating life as an entrepreneur.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen R. Covey
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey is a timeless guide to personal and professional effectiveness, offering a principle-centred approach to success.
The Bezos Letters - Steve Anderson
The Bezos Letters by Steve Anderson analyses the 21 annual shareholder letters written by Jeff Bezos during his time as CEO of Amazon to uncover the principles and strategies that fuelled the company’s extraordinary growth.
Power Of Positive Thinking - Norman Vincent Peale
The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale is a self-help classic that emphasizes the transformative power of optimism and belief in one's ability to overcome challenges.
Beyond Entrepreneurship - Jim Collins and William C. Lazier
Beyond Entrepreneurship by Jim Collins and William C. Lazier offers a roadmap for building enduring companies that go beyond short-term success to create lasting value and impact.
Daily Stoic - Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman is a year-round guide to applying the principles of Stoicism to everyday life, focusing on themes such as self-discipline, resilience, gratitude, and emotional control.
Realistically, there are a lot of great books out there to help you grow your mindset and property development skills, so don't feel limited by this list. The important thing is to take time every day to give yourself the mental food you need to grow.
