8 Career Books You Can Read Free on Amazon Prime - The Muse

8 Career Books You Can Read Free on Amazon Prime - The Muse8 Career Books You Can Read Free on Amazon PrimeOn October 5, Amazon released Prime Reading, a collection of over a thousand books that Amazon Prime members can access and read for free- on your phone, tablet, or Kindle. Here are eight career-boosting selections to add to your reading list now. The best part? Each one focuses on a different skill, lifestyle, or area that you can work on improving. Whether at work or in your personal life, youll be able to find motivation and inspiration to help you make the most of your professional career- all without spending a dime. 1. Do Less A Minimalist Guide to a Simplified, Organized, and Happy Life by Rachel JonatIf you want to take the stress out of your life, then this is a great place to start doing so. This book is your crash course to a more minimalist lifestyle. That means that whether youre de-cluttering your work desk or your home office, practicing minimalism will help you s ave time, money, and space in all spheres of life. Simplify your needs with this book, and itll be smooth sailing with happiness and gratitude in tow.2. Become an Idea Machine Because Ideas Are the Currency of the 21st Century by Claudia Azula AltucherAiming for a huge, life-changing idea to get you revved up? I probably wont be the first to tell you that the next big thing wont hit you overnight, but there are definitely ways to speed up the process. Enter this book a collection of 150-plus prompts to help you become an idea generator. Even creativity is a muscle you can strengthen, so check out the new philosophy introduced in this book to get practicing. 3. Habit Stacking 97 Small Life Changes That Take Five Minutes or Less by S.J. ScottIf youve ever wanted to improve your life (and who hasnt?) then this should be on your list. According to author S.J. Scott, habit stacking is the concept of building a series of tiny changes toward a cohesively better daily routine. For people st ruggling to make huge changes, this book will help you cultivate the lifestyle you want most- starting with baby steps.4. Choose Yourself by James AltucherEveryone needs a little motivation sometimes, and thats where James Altucher comes in with Choose Yourself A piece about self-improvement and personal determination in a discouragingly competitive professional world, the book offers the perfect mix of practical and idealistic advice thatll help you on your decidedly less hopeful days.5. Will It Fly? How to Test Your Next Business Idea So You Dont Waste Your Time and Money by Pat FlynnLets face it Half-baked ideas arent going to make you the worlds next millionaire company founder. And as a result, you need to be able to tell a genius business concept from a total waste of time. Written by an expert in angeschlossen entrepreneurship and digital marketing, this book is what youll want by your side if youre gearing up for a successful entrepreneurial journey. 6. Anthony Robbins 50 Li fe and Business Lessons by George IlianIf youve heard anything about Tony Robbins, then you know that hes a highly successful businessman, author, and philanthropist. The book catalogues, with research from Robbins books, interviews, blog posts, and more, how to think through good business decisions. Even more, it discusses smarter strategies to apply those crucial lessons to life in general. 7. Assertiveness How to Stand Up for Yourself and Still Win the Respect of Others by Judy MurphyConfidence is an unarguably important trait, both professionally and personally. How you exhibit it matters, and thats where Judy Murphys latest comes in. One of the most important factors that can determine how you approach and fulfill your needs,- whether thats with a new job, a promotion, or even a romantic relationship- assertiveness is essential to getting ahead. Learning how to gain the respect of others will allow you to exert agency over your career and, in fact, your whole life.8. Spellbindi ng Sentences A Writers Guide to Achieving Excellence and Captivating Readers by Barbara BaigWhen was the last time you worked on a cover letter and bemoaned your mediocre writing skills? Relating to your reader through written words is a skill that will be helpful to you no matter what industry you work in, and no matter what point youre at in your career, and Baigs book will help you improve upon this essential skill. If youre already a paying Amazon Prime member, then youve got your reading work cut out for you. Find any titles that I missed? Tweet me your favorite finds at caroqliuPhoto of person reading courtesy of Tom Merton/Getty Images.