You Can Get Anything You Want (But You Have to Do More Than Ask) by Roger Dawson
Roger Dawson’s “You Can Get Anything You Want (But You Have to Do More Than Ask)” is a practical guide to achieving success through effective negotiation and persuasion techniques. Dawson, an expert in the field of negotiation, shares valuable insights and strategies that can help readers unlock their potential and achieve their goals. The book […]
Investing in Real Estate Private Equity: An Insider’s Guide to Real Estate Partnerships, Funds, Joint Ventures & Crowdfunding
“Investing in Real Estate Private Equity” by Sean Cook is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricacies of real estate partnerships, funds, joint ventures, and crowdfunding. As an insider’s perspective, Cook provides valuable insights and practical advice for individuals looking to navigate the complex world of real estate investment. One of the strengths of […]
Becoming The Iceman
“Becoming The Iceman,” by Wim Hof & Justin Rosales tales the story of Wim Hof and his achievements and exploration of cold emersion along with Justin Rosales adventure meeting Hof and joining him on various cold emersion exercises. Hof is the pioneer of cold emersion, first gaining notoriety for breaking the world record for longest […]
The Age of Napoleon
“The Age of Napoleon,” by Will & Ariel Durant is regarded as “an amazing book,” by Tesla & SpaceX Founder Elon Musk, but does it hold up to the ole Fletcher Dilmore book review test? My respect for Napoleon Bonaparte has grown tremendously after reading, “The Age of Napoleon,” by Will & Ariel Durant. It’s […]
Influence, The Psychology of Persuasion
“Influence, The Psychology of Persuasion,” by Robert B. Cialdini, PH.D is a classic on the subject, first published in 1984, it can come off a little dated at times, but overall stands the test of time. ‘Influence,” is insightful and thought-provoking, explores the psychology behind persuasion and provides valuable strategies for navigating influence in everyday […]
The Power Broker: Robert Moses and the Fall of New York
‘The Power Broker: Robert Moses and the Fall of New York,” by Robert Caro is easily one of the best & longest books I’ve ever read. “The Power Broker,” details the rise and fall of New York Cities most powerful and influential man, Robert Moses, who over a span of 40 years controlled nearly every […]
Poilu: The World War I Notebooks of Corporal Louis Barthas, Barrelmaker, 1914-1918
“Poilu,” by Louis Barthas is on the greatest accounts of the War To End All Wars, and one of the few from the perspective of a French Corporal constantly assigned to the trenches. I’ve read quite a lot of books on The Great War, first hand accounts and some fail to convey the true horrors […]
The 48 Laws of Power
“The 48 Laws of Power,” by Robert Greene came highly recommended by my dear friend and avid reader Jennings DePriest. Jennings told me this was one of his absolute must reads, so much so that he reads it once per year…. every. single. year. and that speaks volumes about the contents of 48 Laws. “The […]
The 50th Law
Some may say that the literary pairing of Robert Greene of “48 Laws of Power,” fame and Rapper 50 Cent is an odd combination but in “The 50th Law,” the tag team just makes sense. “The 50th Law,” is a truly unique book. Easy to read but difficult to categorize, it is part biography, part […]