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The Third Perspective: Brave Expression in the Age of Intolerance by Africa Brooke
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AMAZON BEST BOOK OF MAY 2024

In our deeply divided, binary world, honest discussion is stressful for all sides. International thought leader Africa Brooke says there is another way: the Third Perspective.

In this manifesto, Africa teaches us how to return to critical thinking and reduce societal divides by opening our minds and being more self-questioning in difficult discussions. This book will help you figure out what you truly believe—as opposed to parroting or having knee-jerk reactions in conversation. You’ll learn to share your views, hear theirs, make a point you feel must be made, and try to find common ground without self-censorship or self-sabotage.

This personal guide helps readers move away from rigid thinking, allowing them to enter any potentially difficult discussion about politics, work, personal responsibility, race, sex, gender, religion — whatever the subject — while maintaining integrity, authenticity, and openness, and successfully expressing opinions while listening to contrary points of view.

Africa has built a successful business coaching an exclusive roster of high-profile clients seeking to handle themselves in the public eye. The tools offered in The Third Perspective have been honed over years of that experience: hers is a proven system that works. She offers readers a new path for communication, and because communication is everything, critical to building trust and fruitful relationships, a life transforming experience.

Africa Brooke’s framework has three pillars—Awareness, Responsibility, and Expression—that ask: what is stopping you from speaking your mind, what do you stand for, what are you willing to risk?

Building Success: A Toolbox for Coming Out on Top by Tommy Whitehead
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Tommywhitehead.com
Tomcosolutions.com







Know who you are.
Embrace what makes you different.
And don’t be afraid to be a little disruptive.

Success stories rarely follow straight lines, something Tommy Whitehead knows firsthand. His story of climbing out of poverty to run a hugely successful contracting firm has more twists and turns than a cheap garden hose. In this funny and authentic book, Tommy opens up about awkward pool conversations, hard hats with a message, and colossal failures that became huge opportunities.

His disruptor approach to the construction industry will show you how M&Ms can predict trends and how a simple hamburger can improve your accounting practices. Tommy is not your average contractor—and this book is not your average toolbox of tips.

May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases―And What We Can Do about It by Alex Edmans
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How our biases cause us to fall for misinformation—and how to combat it.

Our lives are minefields of misinformation. It ripples through our social media feeds, our daily headlines, and the pronouncements of politicians, executives, and authors. Stories, statistics, and studies are everywhere, allowing people to find evidence to support whatever position they want. Many of these sources are flawed, yet by playing on our emotions and preying on our biases, they can gain widespread acceptance, warp our views, and distort our decisions.

In this eye-opening book, renowned economist Alex Edmans teaches us how to separate fact from fiction. Using colorful examples—from a wellness guru’s tragic but fabricated backstory to the blunders that led to the Deepwater Horizon disaster to the diet that ensnared millions yet hastened its founder’s death—Edmans highlights the biases that cause us to mistake statements for facts, facts for data, data for evidence, and evidence for proof.

Armed with the knowledge of what to guard against, he then provides a practical guide to combat this tide of misinformation. Going beyond simply checking the facts and explaining individual statistics, Edmans explores the relationships between statistics—the science of cause and effect—ultimately training us to think smarter, sharper, and more critically. May Contain Lies is an essential read for anyone who wants to make better sense of the world and better
About the author
Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. Alex has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley. Alex has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, testified in the UK Parliament, and given the TED talk “What to Trust in a Post-Truth World” and the TEDx talks “The Pie-Growing Mindset” and “The Social Responsibility of Business” with a combined 2.8 million views. He serves as non-executive director of the Investor Forum, on the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Responsible Investing, and on Royal London Asset Management’s Responsible Investment Advisory Committee.

Alex’s book, “Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit”, was a Financial Times Book of the Year for 2020 and has been translated into nine languages, and he is a co-author of “Principles of Corporate Finance” (with Brealey, Myers, and Allen). He has won 25 teaching awards at Wharton and LBS and was named Professor of the Year by Poets & Quants in 2021. His latest book, "May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases – And What We Can Do About It" will be published by Penguin Random House in April 2024.

Everything Is Predictable: How Bayesian Statistics Explain Our World by Tom Chivers
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A captivating and user-friendly tour of Bayes’s theorem and its global impact on modern life from the acclaimed science writer and author of The Rationalist’s Guide to the Galaxy.

At its simplest, Bayes’s theorem describes the probability of an event, based on prior knowledge of conditions that might be related to the event. But in Everything Is Predictable, Tom Chivers lays out how it affects every aspect of our lives. He explains why highly accurate screening tests can lead to false positives and how a failure to account for it in court has put innocent people in jail. A cornerstone of rational thought, many argue that Bayes’s theorem is a description of almost everything.

But who was the man who lent his name to this theorem? How did an 18th-century Presbyterian minister and amateur mathematician uncover a theorem that would affect fields as diverse as medicine, law, and artificial intelligence?

Fusing biography, razor-sharp science writing, and intellectual history, Everything Is Predictable is an entertaining tour of Bayes’s theorem and its impact on modern life, showing how a single compelling idea can have far reaching consequences.

Dr. Fred Moss: Helping People Find Their True Voice and Undo Mental Illness
https://findyourtruevoicebook.com/
Drfred360.com
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About the Guest(s):

Dr. Fred Moss is a mental health advocate, psychiatrist, keynote speaker, and author. With over 45 years of experience in the field, Dr. Moss has dedicated his career to helping people find their true voice and providing high-quality care. He is the creator of Welcome to Humanity, the True Voice Course, and the Moss Method. Dr. Moss has traveled around the world, studying mental health practices in different cultures and sharing his expertise through podcasts, workshops, and coaching sessions. He is passionate about promoting authentic communication and connection as the foundation for healing and personal growth.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss interviews Dr. Fred Moss, a psychiatrist and mental health advocate. Dr. Moss shares his journey from being a childcare worker to becoming a psychiatrist and his realization that authentic communication is the key to healing. He discusses the impact of psychiatric medications and the importance of finding one's true voice. Dr. Moss introduces the concept of the Moss Method, a holistic approach to mental health that focuses on gratitude, mindfulness, nutrition, and other factors that contribute to overall well-being. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their authentic selves and connect with others on a deeper level.

Key Takeaways:

Authentic communication is more powerful than agreement. Speaking from our true selves allows for genuine connection and opens up space for others to be authentic as well.
Many people have learned to pretend to be someone they're not in order to protect themselves, but this can lead to feelings of disconnection and unhappiness.
The Moss Method, developed by Dr. Moss, emphasizes gratitude, mindfulness, nutrition, and other practices that promote overall well-being and help individuals align with their true selves.
Psychiatric medications can be helpful for some individuals, but they can also cause imbalances and perpetuate symptoms. It's important to consider alternative approaches and explore the root causes of mental health issues.
Finding one's true voice and speaking authentically is a powerful form of healing. It allows individuals to connect with others on a deeper level and embrace the full range of human experiences.

Notable Quotes:

"Being authentic and speaking from our genuine core values and inner self allows us to be free from the burden of pretending and remembering who we're supposed to be." - Dr. Fred Moss
"Authenticity is even more powerful than agreement. Even in times of disagreement, speaking authentically creates a space for genuine connection and understanding." - Dr. Fred Moss
"When we connect with others and share our authentic selves, healing takes place. It's a reminder that we're not alone in our experiences." - Dr. Fred Moss

Justin Fortier, Founder, CEO/CTO of FYC Labs Discusses Scaling Services Businesses and the Future of AI
FYC Labs: fyclabs.com
Fractal Group: fractalgroup.io
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About the Guest(s):

Justin is the founder and CEO/CTO of FYC Labs, a boutique dev and design agency specializing in web development and software solutions. With a background in tech entrepreneurship, Justin has built a successful career as a tech entrepreneur, advisor, and influencer. He has worked with notable clients such as National University, Budweiser, and Pepsi, and has been recognized for his expertise in web design and development. Justin holds top-level technical and business advisory positions at various companies, including 11.2 Ventures, Blush Design Incorporated, Ed ORF Finance, and Inter Ratio Corporation.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss interviews Justin, the founder and CEO/CTO of FYC Labs. They discuss Justin's journey as a tech entrepreneur, his insights on building a successful company, and the unique approach FYC Labs takes in providing web development and design services. Justin shares his experiences in scaling a services business and introduces the concept of the Fractal Group, a consortium of businesses that collaborate and support each other. They also touch on the future of AI and its impact on creativity and human existence.

Key topics discussed in this episode include:

Justin's background and journey as a tech entrepreneur
The challenges of scaling a services business
The concept of the Fractal Group and its benefits for small businesses
The future of AI and its implications for creativity and human existence

Key Takeaways:

Scaling a services business can be challenging due to the limitations of reselling time and the need for highly skilled talent.
The Fractal Group model, which involves collaborating with other businesses and sharing resources, can help overcome the scalability issues of a services business.
AI has the potential to enhance creativity and enable new possibilities in various industries.
The future of AI raises ethical concerns, such as deep fakes and the spread of misinformation, which need to be addressed.
The younger generation, particularly Gen Z, shows promise in terms of emotional intelligence and adapting to technological advancements.

Notable Quotes:

"I just knew at that point this was gonna happen. I cannot see myself working anywhere else. I can't see myself not having a piece at the top." - Justin
"We're keeping the agency small enough. We're at 50 people, which isn't tiny by any means, but it's also not a big roster that you're gonna pick from. So that's what's kind of unique." - Justin
"The more extremely is watching my kids grow up with this because I'll probably be curmudgeonly and old by the time it all hits you." - Justin
"AI enabled you as someone who basically didn't have the design skill or whatever it may be. It unlocked that particular blocker for you." - Justin