Why am I passionate about this?
From a young age, I was captivated by art, music, film, and literatureâconstantly craving more from these creative mediums. Growing up in a lower-income, working-class home, I was surrounded by blue-collar workers, many of whom couldnât attend college due to financial limitations. I learned early on that the richest education comes not just from books but from the stories of others and the world around us. Always feeling I had my own story to tell, I transitioned from steel worker to talent agent in Hollywood. But despite my success promoting others, something was missingâmy own narrative. After a tragic loss, I reevaluated my path and chose to become a psychotherapist and author.
Shawn's book list on lessons on life and leadership
Why did Shawn love this book?
When I finished this book, I finally felt like a grown-up. It felt like I had just read a business classicâand I had. This book taught me more than any other about the vital role communication plays in relationships and the profound impact it can have.
It was the first time I truly understood how to build rapport and cultivate meaningful connections. I learned that itâs not about manipulating people but about influencing them, resolving conflicts, and earning their trust through kindness, respect, and integrity.
19 authors picked How to Win Friends and Influence People as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.
Millions of people around the world have - and continue to - improve their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In How to Win Friends and Influence People Carnegie offers practical advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life more rewarding.
His advice has stood the test of time and will teach you how to:
- make friends quickly and easily
- increase your popularity
- win people to your way of thinking
- enable you to win new clients and customers
- become aâŠ