Kore Bookshelf – Our Winter Selection 2023
The Christmas and New Year season hopefully comes with some recharge holidays and this can be the right excuse to put some reading. Following our summer selection (see here), Kore Partners presents now the 2023 winter shortlist of business books. We hope you enjoy our selection.
Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well, by Amy Edmondson. This book is the Winner of the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year 2023. Unlike the traditional approach that emphasizes avoiding failure or embracing "fail fast, fail often," Edmondson introduces a more nuanced perspective, differentiating between "basic," "complex," and "intelligent" failures. She argues that while some failures are preventable and should be avoided, others can be valuable learning opportunities. Mistakes can be embraced as catalysts for innovation, growth, and resilience.
The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century's Greatest Dilemma by Mustafa Suleyman and Michael Bhaskar. In their groundbreaking book, Suleyman and Bhaskar illuminate the crucial crossroads we stand at as humanity. As we grapple with the disruptive forces of artificial intelligence and biotechnology, we must carefully navigate the path between reaping their transformative benefits and mitigating their perilous consequences. With a compelling blend of foresight and practical solutions, Suleyman and Bhaskar urge us to embrace a responsible and visionary approach to technological development, ensuring that these powerful tools serve the betterment of humankind rather than its demise.
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, by Peter Attia and Bill Gifford. This Economist and Bloomberg Best Book Of The Year, shatters the conventional perception of aging and longevity, offering a transformative guide to extending our lifespans and optimizing our healthspan. The authors challenge the notion of aging as an irreversible decline, revealing that our lifespans are not predetermined but rather influenced by our lifestyle choices and environment.
Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things by Adam Grant. In his insightful book, Adam Grant, unveils the untapped potential that lies within each of us. He challenges the notion that success is solely determined by innate talent or privilege, revealing that growth and achievement are largely shaped by character skills and learning strategies. Grant's compelling narrative interweaves groundbreaking research, captivating anecdotes, and practical advice, empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their hidden potential and achieve remarkable feats.
Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon by Michael Lewis. In this captivating book we're taken on a thrilling journey into the mind of Sam Bankman-Fried, a prodigious thinker who made a meteoric rise in the world of finance and cryptocurrency. Lewis paints a vivid portrait of Bankman-Fried's ambition, and unconventional strategies that fueled his rise. But behind the rags-to-riches narrative lies a story of risk-taking, hubris, and the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition in the shadowy world of crypto-land.
Think Bigger: How to Innovate by Sheena Iyengar. Breaking down the barriers to innovation, Iyengar's insightful book empowers individuals and organizations to overcome limitations and unleash their creative potential. Instead of searching for certainty, Iyengar encourages embracing constraints to focus attention and fuel innovation. She emphasizes the transformative potential of collaboration, highlighting that groundbreaking ideas often emerge from diverse perspectives and expertise. Iyengar's manifesto challenges conventional thinking, dismantles limiting beliefs, and inspires us to pursue extraordinary innovations. By embracing her wisdom, we can collectively shape a brighter future.
Good readings!
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