First released in 1936, Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People is now more relevant than ever. This timeless book has sold over 15 million copies, and for good reason. It has been touted by the rich and famous as a secret weapon for success in both their business and personal lives.

If you aren't a fan of the "fluff" that comes along with most books and would much rather skip to the nuggets of wisdom and actionable content in a very easily absorbed and understood way including key takeaways - then I believe this summary of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People is for you.

In his book, Ray Dalio shares the unconventional principles he's developed, refined, and used over the past 40 years to create unique results in both life and business - and which any person or organization can adopt to help achieve his or her goals. This audiobook summary allows you to skip to the nuggets of wisdom and actionable content in a very easily absorbed way, including key takeaways at the end of each chapter. 

Summary: 12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson: An Antidote to Chaos (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.) Called “one of the most important thinkers to emerge on the world stage for many years,” by The Spectator, Jordan B. Peterson's 12 Rules for Life is a truly thought-provoking read. How should we live in the modern world? Peterson aims to answer this question using his unique blend of ancient traditions, religion and scientific research.

The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene is the ultimate guide to putting yourself in a place of power. It is about knowing your weakness, playing on your strengths, and manipulating your enemies. It is the guide to get if you are wanting to raise your ranks in your office or business. Note: This is a summary of The 48 Laws of Power, not the original book.  

Go Books offers an in-depth look into some of the most popular and informative books of the last two decades. Whether you are using these audiobooks as a study guide, reference material, further connection to the original book, or simply a way to retrieve the content and material faster...Our goal is to provide value to every listener. This summary audiobook breaks down all the big ideas, key points, and facts so the listener can quickly and easily understand the content.

 Listen to this audio summary with key takeaways of Grit by Angela Duckworth.

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill has become the most read how-to book on accumulating money. And that's because it works. If it is riches you seek, you've found the blueprint for its achievement. The only issue with the book is that is fairly long. And because each chapter is in itself a crucial step in the art of amassing wealth and abundance, one cannot afford to overlook any practical detail. That's where this book comes in.

This is an audio summary of Make It Stick, a book that offers  concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners.

Most companies rely on manipulations to attract customers and employees; they use short-term motivators that do not inspire or encourage loyalty. Customers who are not inspired will stop buying the product as soon as the company cannot keep up the manipulative strategies, and employees are less motivated and less productive when they are not inspired.

This is the most complete catalogue of cutting-edge negotiating tactics ever published. This blockbuster work is written as a playbook, a field guide, so lawyers, sales professionals, and other dealmakers will actively use it as negotiations proceed. Use the tactics individually or in combinations.

Robert B. Cialdini's Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion examines the compliance methods by which marketers, salespeople, and others, such as cult leaders, pressure people into doing things they would not otherwise do. There are six basic compliance tools: reciprocity, consistency, social proof, liking, authority, and scarcity. Listeners can learn specific techniques to resist each.

In Rich Dad Poor Dad, the author - Robert Kiyosaki - describes being raised by two dads. One was his real dad - the other was his best friend's dad (who acted as a dad for him). This guide will help lead you through the six lessons he learned from his rich dad on how to be wealthy. (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.)   

Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek advocates for a leadership style that focuses on serving others rather than pursuing shareholder goals or personal interests. Modern trends in leadership prioritize profits and executive bonuses over creating a healthy environment for employees. Leaders who think of themselves as serving their employees like family can increase job satisfaction and engagement, which reduces stress and increases productivity because employees feel secure.

Getting Things Done is David Allen's framework for keeping track of and organizing your projects and tasks. But it's no run-of-the-mill to-do list. Its purpose is to give you a system that you can trust completely and that will gather your ideas, projects, and to-do's in a way that is thorough, actionable, and uncomplicated. The BookSuma summary of David Allen's Getting Things Done brings you the main takeaways from the book in less than half an hour!