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Cover of Sprint
August 26, 2021

Sprint

by Jake Knapp

How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days - A practical guide to design sprints.

Key Insights

  • Five-day process to solve big problems and test ideas quickly
  • Structured approach prevents common pitfalls in innovation
  • Rapid prototyping and testing saves time and resources

Personal Reflection

Good framework for rapid problem-solving, though the rigid structure might not work for all teams. Useful for time-constrained projects.

Cover of The Power of Habit
November 02, 2020

The Power of Habit

by Charles Duhigg

Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business - Understanding the science of habit formation and how to change them.

Key Insights

  • Habits follow a cue-routine-reward loop
  • Keystone habits can trigger positive changes in other areas
  • Willpower is a finite resource that can be strengthened

Personal Reflection

Interesting insights into habit formation, though some concepts felt repetitive. The scientific approach to understanding habits was valuable.

Cover of Atomic Habits
August 12, 2020

Atomic Habits

by James Clear

An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones.

Key Insights

  • Systems are more important than goals
  • 1% better every day compounds to massive change
  • Environment shapes behavior more than motivation

Personal Reflection

Changed my approach to professional projects by focusing on small, consistent improvements rather than big transformations.