What are the industry’s best and brightest reading this summer?
Top literary picks for when you want to improve your business or enjoy a fun beach read.
As the summer begins, it’s time to pull together the definitive summer reading list for advisers. InvestmentNews has collected book recommendations from some of the leaders of the industry to help advisers prepare for their downtime. Below, find the 24 books these thought leaders are buzzing about, split between more professionally focused reads and just-for-fun books to help pass this summer’s free time.
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Ruediger AdolfFounder and CEO, Focus Financial PartnersProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99663521.PNG”Name: What it TakesAuthor: Charles D. EllisReason for Recommending: “Creating, growing, and inspiring a successful professional services firm is a daunting challenge, and Charles provides fascinating insights by learning from the very best.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99703522.PNG”Name: Civilization, The West and the RestAuthor: Niall FergusonReason for Recommending: “With the emergence of China as an economic and political powerhouse, the West has to recommit to the values that have made our civilization so successful, and success is about more than just economics.”Next: Ron Carson
Ron CarsonFounder and CEO, Carson Wealth Management GroupProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99704522.PNG”Name: EnoughAuthor: John BogleReason for Recommending: “John Bogle approaches our profession from the heart in trying to serve others, and this book puts everything in perspective.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99705522.PNG”Name: Pillars of the EarthAuthor: Ken FollettReason for Recommending: “It’s amazing to go back in time and understand just how hard it was for people to live during the Dark Ages.”Next: Alexandra Armstrong
Alexandra ArmstrongFounder and chairman, Armstrong Fleming & MooreProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99702522.PNG”Name: The Checklist ManifestoAuthor: Atul GawandeReason for Recommending: “Any good adviser should have great processes for staff and clients. This is an easy read, well written, and applicable to any aspect of business or life.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99706522.PNG”Name: The Wright BrothersAuthor: David McCulloughReason for Recommending: “I have read every one of his books, had the pleasure of meeting him in person and love all his books, perfect for the person who likes to read about interesting people.”Next: Shirl Penney
Shirl PenneyPresident and CEO, Dynasty Financial PartnersProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99707522.PNG”Name: The Innovator’s DilemmaAuthor: Clayton M. ChristensenReason for Recommending: “I like this book because it keeps you focused on the need to consistently innovate, evolve, and adapt in business. Be the business that is the change agent, don’t let it happen to you!”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99675521.PNG”Name: The Essays of Warren BuffettAuthor: Warren Buffett and Lawrence A. CunninghamReason for Recommending: “A very worthwhile read to learn life, economic, and business perspective from one of the finest minds of our generation.”Next: Amy Webber
Amy WebberPresident, Cambridge Investment ResearchProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99708522.PNG”Name: TractionAuthor: Gino WickmanReason for Recommending: “This book presents actual tools and strategies that a leadership team can use and implement to thrive, all while also having fun. The same tools give us the ability to reduce complexity in our business, stay focused on the end game, and make strong, effective decisions faster.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99709522.PNG”Name: The Hunger Games TrilogyAuthor: Suzanne CollinsReason for Recommending: “My husband, my daughter and I all read the series at the same time and all had a very hard time putting the books down. It sparked deep conversations around morality, choices and consequences. In our busy world, I will take every chance I get to engage on that level with my family.”Next: Bob Doll
Bob DollChief market strategist, Nuveen InvestmentsProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99710522.PNG”Name: Every Good EndeavorAuthor: Tim KellerReason for Recommending: “Tim Keller reviews the purpose and pursuit of work and how an enlightened perspective on work is to serve others, not ourselves. A comprehensive and insightful read.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99679521.PNG”Name: The Accidental Super PowerAuthor: Peter ZeihanReason for Recommending: “A welcome read amidst all the doom and gloom about the U.S., this book discusses why the U.S.’s geographic position, march toward energy independence, and our relative youth make us better able to thrive and prosper than many other countries.”Next: Scott Curtis
Scott CurtisPresident, Raymond James Financial ServicesProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99711522.PNG”Name: Team Of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham LincolnAuthor: Doris Kearns GoodwinReason for Recommending: “Not a business book per se, but it includes leadership lessons regarding listening, patience, managing multiple personalities and the value of diverse perspectives while trying to move the nation forward.”Pleasure
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99681521.PNG”Name: Into Thin AirAuthor: Jon KrakauerReason for Recommending: “This personal, eyewitness account provides vivid descriptions of experienced and inexperienced climbers attempting to ascend and descend the world’s tallest peak. Remains the only book I’ve read that made my palms sweat.”Next: Dale Brown
Dale BrownPresident and CEO, Financial Services InstituteProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99682521.PNG”Name: From Concept to ScaleAuthor: Steve Graves, Dave Blanchard and Josh KwanReason for Recommending: “The book is a practical and inspirational guide for building an organization and integrating your faith deeply into your work.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99683521.PNG”Name: Return to Tobacco RoadAuthor: Charlie FiveashReason for Recommending: “It is a fun and provocative story, especially for those of us in the ‘fast lane’ who may long for a return to our roots.”Next: Bob Rice
Bob RiceManaging partner, Tangent CapitalProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99712522.PNG”Name: The Second Machine AgeAuthor: Erik Brynjolfsson and Andrew McAfeeReason for Recommending: “Great summary of how technology advances are fundamentally changing society, and therefore business and investing.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99686521.PNG”Name: Why Nations FailAuthor: Daron Acemoglu and James RobinsonReason for Recommending: “Tremendous history and economics lessons that provide important warnings for us. Worth reading just for the rise and fall of Venice.”Next: Wayne Bloom
Wayne BloomCEO, Commonwealth Financial NetworkProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99713522.PNG”Name: The Extra 2%Author: Jonah KeriReason for Recommending: “As a baseball fan and a financial industry professional, I thoroughly enjoyed this story of three guys who took a small market team from the cellar to the World Series simply by applying some Wall Street-like strategies.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99714522.PNG”Name: Half the SkyAuthor: Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunnReason for Recommending: “Although it can be a difficult book to read, it is also inspirational. The more we in First World countries are aware of human rights issues like these, the greater the likelihood that we will be able to eradicate them.”Next: John W. Rogers Jr.
John W. Rogers Jr.Chairman and CEO, Ariel Capital ManagementProfessional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99691521.PNG”Name: Misbehaving: The Making of Behavioral EconomicsAuthor: Richard ThalerReason for Recommending: “Professor Thaler offers an extraordinary introduction to this groundbreaking field of study, and highlights the importance of being a contrarian in both investing and academia.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99715522.PNG”Name: Give and TakeAuthor: Adam GrantReason for Recommending: “Professor Grant provides empirical and anecdotal evidence that proves what my college basketball coach, Pete Carril, taught me long ago: Helping others is the path to success. This is one of my favorite books!”Next: Bernie Clark
Bernie ClarkHead of advisor services, Charles Schwab & Co.Professional Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99693521.PNG”Name: Success and SuccessionAuthor: Eric Hehman, Jay Hummel, and Tim KochisReason for Recommending: “The book takes a look at the transition process of leaders from the successor’s point of view and outlines strategies that lead to a better future for the business.”Fun Read
https://s32566.pcdn.co/assets/docs src=”/wp-content/uploads2015/05/CI99694521.PNG”Name: Fighting for Common GroundAuthor: Olympia SnoweReason for Recommending: “Her perspective on Washington coupled with her personal experiences made for a very compelling read.”Next: Joe Duran
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