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Recommended Reading

Books

Health

  1. Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don’t Have To by David Sinclair
    • A groundbreaking exploration of longevity and reversing aging.
  2. Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
    • Deep insights into the importance of sleep for overall health.
  3. The China Study by T. Colin Campbell and Thomas M. Campbell
    • The most comprehensive study on nutrition, diet, and health.
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  1. Grain Brain by Dr. David Perlmutter
    • Examines the effects of carbs and sugar on brain health.
  2. The Obesity Code by Dr. Jason Fung
    • Explains the root causes of obesity and how to prevent it.
  3. The Biology of Belief by Dr. Bruce Lipton
    • The science behind how thoughts can influence health and well-being.
  4. Super Human by Dave Asprey
    • A biohacker’s guide to upgrading your body and mind.
  5. Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor
    • The power of proper breathing techniques for health and performance.
  6. The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
    • Healing trauma and understanding its effects on the body.
  7. Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Dr. Peter Attia
    • A science-backed approach to living longer and healthier

Relationships

  1. The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman
    • Understanding how to communicate love effectively.
  2. Attached by Amir Levine and Rachel S.F. Heller
    • A guide to attachment styles and building stronger relationships.
  3. Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus by John Gray
    • A classic on understanding and improving gender dynamics.
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  1. The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman
    • Evidence-based advice for a successful marriage.
  2. Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson
    • Strategies for creating deeper emotional connections.
  3. Men’s Guide to Women by John Gottman
    • Practical advice on understanding the opposite gender.
  4. Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg
    • Techniques for empathetic and effective communication.
  5. How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
    • A relationship-building guide for parents and children.
  6. Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters by Dr. Meg Meeker
    • A father’s role in shaping a daughter’s future.
  7. Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

Wealth

  1. The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
    • A fascinating look at how emotions and behaviors affect financial decisions.
  2. Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
    • A classic that introduces financial literacy and wealth-building basics.
  3. The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
    • Small, consistent actions that lead to massive financial results.
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  1. Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio
    • A billionaire’s insights on success and decision-making.
  2. Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
    • Timeless principles for achieving wealth and success.
  3. The Almanack of Naval Ravikant by Eric Jorgenson
    • Wisdom on wealth, happiness, and living a meaningful life.
  4. Traction by Gino Wickman
    • Essential strategies for building a successful business.
  5. The Art of the Deal by Donald Trump
    • Lessons on negotiation and entrepreneurship.
  6. I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi
    • A modern, practical guide to managing personal finances.
  7. Holy Grail of Investing by Tony Robbins
  • Alternative investment possibilities in CRE, sports, equity firms and VC.

Productivity

  1. “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
    • Focus on small, consistent habits for big results.
  2. “Deep Work” by Cal Newport
    • Master the art of focused, undistracted work.
  3. “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey
    • Seven timeless principles for personal and professional effectiveness.
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  1. “Getting Things Done” by David Allen
    • A system for organizing tasks and reducing stress.
  2. “Start with Why” by Simon Sinek
    • Identify your core purpose to fuel motivation and productivity.
  3. “Buy Back Your Time” by Dan Martell
    • Learn to delegate and free up time for high-impact tasks.
  4. “Measure What Matters” by John Doerr
    • Use OKRs to set and measure meaningful goals.
  5. “Who Not How” by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy
    • Focus on finding the right people to achieve your goals.
  6. “Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss
    • Negotiation strategies that can boost productivity.
  7. “Essentialism” by Greg McKeown
    • Do less, but better, by focusing on the essentials.

Commercial Real Estate Investing

  1. “The Intelligent Investor” by Benjamin Graham
    • A classic on value investing.
  2. “Financial Freedom” by Grant Sabatier
    • A step-by-step approach to achieving financial independence.
  3. “Fund Your Flip” by Kevin Amolsch
    • Maximizes profits and minimizes down payments in the fix-and-flip business.
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  1. “The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Real Estate Investing” by Mike Sowers
    • Comprehensive resource on growing your commercial real estate portfolio with minimal capital.
  2. “Investing in Retail Properties” by Gary Rappaport
    • Focuses on structuring partnerships and sharing profits in retail property investments.
  3. “The Millionaire Real Estate Investor” by Gary Keller
    • Proven strategies for building a real estate portfolio for long-term wealth.
  4. “The Real Estate Game” by William J. Poorvu
    • Real-life scenarios to understand the nuances of CRE investing.
  5. “Commercial Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Peter Conti and Peter Harris
    • A beginner’s guide to CRE deals, financing, and property management.
  6. “Value-Added Real Estate” by Brad Umansky
    • Strategies for increasing NOI and unlocking hidden potential in properties.
  7. “The Due Diligence Handbook for Commercial Real Estate” by Brian Hennessey
  • A step-by-step guide for thorough due diligence in CRE deals.

Lifestyle

10 EVENTS TO VISIT:

  1. Commercial Academy (Scott Scheel)
  2. Tony Robbins UPW/ DWD
  3. Greg Pinneo Power Players
  4. Joe Dispenza Progressive Workshops
  5. RETCON
  6. ICSC

10 Daily Habits to Improve your life

  1. Daily Cold Plunge
  2. Meet Daily Minimum System (Non-negotiable Tasks)
  3. Mindfulness Practice
  4. Physical Exercise (30 minutes of movement)
  5. Reading/Listening (15-30 minutes)
  6. Time with family (spouse, kids)
  7. 5 Questions proposition