The 10 Best Books for Problem-solving
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Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books for problem-solving, in no particular order.
- The Republic by Plato — The origination of political science and a brilliant critique of government that is still important today.
- Beyond Good & Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future by Friedrich Nietzsche — Probably Nietzsche’s most cogent statement of his views: that traditional morality is subjective and that people must evolve to a higher understanding of what’s valuable and what is not.
- Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck — Explores the concept of growth versus fixed mindset, and how our beliefs about our abilities can shape our success in various areas of life.
- Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman — An insightful look into how our minds work and the dual systems of thought that drive our decision-making.
- The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg — Duhigg investigates the science of habits, offering practical insights on how understanding habits can lead to personal and professional transformation.
- The Six Thinking Hats: An Essential Approach to Business Management by Edward de Bono — A powerful tool for group discussions and individual thinking, encouraging multi-faceted problem-solving.
- The Art of War by Sun Tzu — An ancient text on strategy and warfare, with applications extending to leadership and management in various fields.
- Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott — Scott discusses the importance of open communication and feedback in effective management and leadership.
- The Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman — While not exclusively about games, this book offers vital insights into user-centered design, which is crucial for video game interaction.
- Peak Self-Control: Building Strong Willpower to Accomplish Important Goals by Said Hasyim — Offers techniques to develop willpower and self-discipline essential for achieving personal objectives.
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