Resources that Inspire (without the self-help clichés)

I love learning. I love being challenged. I love finding ideas that change how you think.

But I’ve always struggled with one thing…

I hate self-help.

Not because I don’t want to develop, but because so much of the “growth” space can feel like:

• motivational fluff

• vague advice

• unrealistic routines

• or content that focuses on “fixing you” instead of helping you understand the world, your role in it, and how to create change (think “7 Steps to Becoming Happy - why is it always 7?!)

So, in the spirit of collaboration, let’s share our top recommendations for books and podcasts that do exactly that — especially for anyone who wants to build purpose and impact alongside corporate life.

I’ve always struggled with podcasts, so I only have book recommendations to share right now - but would love any podcast recommendations too!

Books worth your time

Moral Ambition, Rutger Bregman

Why I’m recommending it:

• Thoughtful and challenging in the best way

• Purpose-driven without being preachy

• Inspires action without the “self-help vibe”

Add yours to the list

If you’ve read something or listened to something recently that made you think differently, share it below and I’ll add it to the list.