Jeff the Great Updates His Reading List

I've completed a few books and have another I am about to start. Figured I'd share and get your suggestions on what to read next!


Completed: Charlie Wilson's War

I started this book because I thought the story would make a better read than a movie. Charlie Wilson's story IS interesting but it was a tedious read near the second half of the book. If you have little time for reading, skip the book and watch the movie.

Completed: Made to Stick

This book exceeded my expectations. It is all ready my favorite type of book but it was written better than most. Lots of examples that are super interesting and I learned a TON. I suggest it to anyone that is looking to improve the message you give about your business, church, project, or even your personal brand.
Just Starting: The Big Swtich

I am just about to start this book today and don't know much about it. I think it is about how technology has changed and continued to influence our world. I am excited about it as I won a signed, pre-release copy from http://www.techcrunch.com!

So, after The Big Switch, what should I read next?

-Jeff the Great

Jeff the Great Does a Book Report

I read a great book last week and it is worth a mention. It is called "90 Minutes in Heaven" by Don Piper.

Here's the deal...this isn't just another near death experience. In fact, the book is more about life than it is death.

My 23 year old brother-in-law is dying of cancer and it is really hard for me to understand. A close friend of mine recommended this book and he was right on. I am still not okay with losing my brother-in-law but I have a much better understanding of both life and death now.

Don't forget to check out my book list online using this tiny url: http://tinyurl.com/yv2qyw

-Jeff the Great

Jeff the Great Assigns Required Reading

A few years back, The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown was the hottest book on the market. In addition to being a great and best selling book, it was also stirring a lot of controversy both in the US and overseas.

So I decided to give it a read.

If you've known me for more than a few years, you know that this was a HUGE step for me. I'm the guy that picked books for reports based on rather or not they had Cliffs Notes available.

Well, The Da Vinci Code did it for me. I embarked on a reading journey that I am still on! After blowing through a few books per month, I decided to start keeping track of my conquests. Mainly so I could make appropriate recommendations to friends, family, and co-workers but also so I could remember as time went on.

I've been wanting to try publishing a Google Doc, so thought this was the best opportunity. To see my book list, CLICK HERE. Below is a sample of some of my favorites:

- A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier
- Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking
- The Nordstrom Way to Customer Service Excellence (thanks for the book, Marty!)
- Power of Full Engagement (great book tip, Skip!)

If you are looking for a recommendation, just let me know! Happy reading.

-Jeff the Great