My Favorite Reads of 2019

In life, I am a student first. Nothing makes me happier than opening a new book filled with ideas and stories that I’ve never heard only to discover techniques and lessons that I can’t believe I ever lived without. If you’re looking for a new book to inspire your life or your business, here are a few of my favorite reads from this last year to get you started.

1.

Girl, Stop Apologizing
by Rachel Hollis

This is a must-read by one of my favorite teachers and is a call-to-action to all women to drop the fear that holds them back and not only chase their dreams, but to go after them loud, proud, and unapologetically!

2.

You Are a Badass at Making Money
by Jen Sincero

I mean, who doesn’t want to be called a badass? This mantra-driven title sitting on your nightstand is sure to give you a good boost each morning, but this book does so much more than that with actionable tools for releasing the limiting beliefs that are keeping you from reaching your earning potential.

3.

When Things Fall Apart
by Pema Chödrön

Wowza, get ready to have your mind blown! Drawn from traditional Buddhist teachings, this book offers an entirely new perspective to the term “chasing happiness.”

4.

The Miracle Morning
by Hal Elrod

If you’re looking to chase after big goals in the new year, transforming your morning routine is the place to start. Let me repeat, the place to start. I can’t recommend this book enough.

5.

Powerful
by Patty McCord

Patty McCord lifts the veil on the company culture that led Netflix to disrupt the marketplace so much that they created an entirely new industry. If you’re a business owner or manager with goals to build a team and create a company culture that’s unparalleled, go read this book now.

6.

Smart Women Finish Rich
by David Bach

I love a good step-by-step action plan and this 9-step program by financial advisor David Bach is no exception. I’d recommend this to anyone, no matter your situation, who is looking for techniques to achieve financial success.

7.

A Year of Miracles
by Marianne Williamson

This is the perfect gift (to yourself or a friend) for the new year. It offers 365 lessons, one for each day of the year, on how to lead more fulfilling days.

8.

Becoming
by Michelle Obama

I know this isn’t the first time you’ve seen this title on a must-read list, but I couldn’t complete my own list without it, I enjoyed this read so much. This book offers a thought-provoking perspective on race, equality, and success from a young girl who grew up on the south side of Chicago and just happened to become the First Lady.

9.

Unshakeable
by Tony Robbins

If you’re looking for a book that digs into the nitty-gritty of index funds, retirement planning, and how to build a more diversified portfolio of assets, this is it. Unshakeable offers tools you can use right away to gain financial freedom and growth at all levels.