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Pop quiz\u2026<\/p>\n

What\u2019s one habit all successful people share?<\/p>\n

If you said,\u00a0\u201cThey love to read,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0give yourself a gold star.<\/p>\n

High achievers spend a lot more time with a book\u2014or Kindle\u2014in their hands than those lower on the success scale.<\/p>\n

But here\u2019s the catch\u2026<\/p>\n

These top performers don\u2019t just read anything. The richest, most successful people in the world choose coaching books that help them enhance their lives and do phenomenal work.<\/p>\n

When it comes to coaching books, successful people choose education over entertainment.<\/p>\n

In honor of Read Across America Day\u2014and because I strongly believe a coach who reads is a coach who succeeds\u2014I\u2019m sharing nine of my favorite must-read transformational coaching books of all time, in no particular order\u2026<\/p>\n

1. The Book of Coaching<\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

I co-wrote this book with executive performance coach, international speaker, best-selling author\u2014and my wife\u2014Dr. Neeta Bhushan.<\/p>\n

The Book of Coaching<\/a><\/em>\u00a0is the result of thousands of hours of coaching experience between Neeta and me. The book also contains my personal hard-won lessons plus expert insights I\u2019ve learned from some of the world\u2019s best coaches.<\/p>\n

Neeta and I have achieved massive success and created a life that we love, with the exact principles you\u2019ll find in these pages.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>You can become an extraordinary coach when you unlock the power of three critical elements\u2014you, your methodology, and your business.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> The book reveals cutting-edge, actionable techniques related to each of these three elements. You\u2019ll discover a transformational cocktail of methods and strategies to maximize your natural talents as a coach and create a thriving, profitable coaching business.<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Supercoach<\/h2>\n

\"Supercoach<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no question about it\u2026 is one of the best coaches in the world.<\/p>\n

Michael\u2019s Supercoach<\/a><\/em>\u00a0contains powerful principles and strategies to create lasting transformations for your coaching clients and for yourself.<\/p>\n

Michael\u2019s fun sense of humor will keep you turning the pages, and his unique methods transcend regular coaching techniques.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll learn to tap into your deeper awareness and come up with coaching solutions for any problem.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>Creating success is not about DO-ing; it\u2019s about BE-ing.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> This book includes 10 powerful strategies to apply this truth as you release victimhood, create authentic relationships, and discover proven techniques that lead to lasting life-changing shifts for more success, abundance, and happiness.<\/p>\n

3. The Code of the Extraordinary Mind<\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

Vishen\u2019s book<\/a>\u00a0became an instant hit when it blasted onto the New York Times and Amazon bestseller lists.<\/p>\n

Vishen is the founder and CEO of world-class personal growth and education portal Mindvalley. He is also one of the most forward-thinking visionaries on the planet. I feel lucky to call him my business partner and friend.<\/p>\n

Vishen\u2019s revolutionary book reveals how cultural influences have created a deep sense of loss, confusion, and unhappiness in almost everyone.<\/p>\n

The Code works as a guide to help you come home to yourself. You\u2019ll learn to become who you truly are, do what you love, and succeed on your own terms in today\u2019s unpredictable world.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>Not everything you believe, learned, and lived up until this moment is right\u2026 or even true.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> The book includes 10 principles, or laws, to release deeply embedded beliefs and viewpoints that hold you back. You\u2019ll learn tools and techniques to redefine your future, create authentic success, and live your highest vision\u2026 no matter what.<\/p>\n

4. Coaching Psychology Manual<\/h2>\n

\"Coaching<\/p>\n

This instant\u00a0classic by Margaret Moore and Bob Tschannen-Moran<\/a> focuses on health, nutrition, fitness, stress management, emotional management, and more\u2014all areas that affect your client\u2019s overall wellbeing.<\/p>\n

The book also goes deep into the differences between types of coaches, defines the real meaning of successful coaching, and explains the true value of coaching.<\/p>\n

The authors have trained thousands of coaches. Their book is an in-depth manual that covers everything from goal-setting to motivation and personal and physical health.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s perfect for both new and established coaches looking to take their skills to the highest level.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>Extraordinary success is for those who know how to hit and sustain high levels of physical and mental health.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> The book reveals timeless coaching tools <\/a>and strategies to create a positive environment for lasting transformations. You\u2019ll learn exactly how to coach your clients so they can master inner and outer well-being.<\/p>\n

5. Prison Break<\/h2>\n

\"Prison<\/p>\n

Jason Goldberg<\/a> is a man of many talents. He\u2019s a world-class international coach and speaker, an award-winning entrepreneur, and a former rapper.<\/p>\n

When he\u2019s on stage, Jason\u2019s high energy and sense of humor have audiences around the world hanging onto his every word.<\/p>\n

As a coach, he\u2019s an exceptional transformational expert who does a lot more than help clients achieve their goals\u2026<\/p>\n

He shows them how to have fun along the way.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>Self-leadership is the core of true transformation.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> The book shows you how to tap into your most powerful personal skills to get to the highest levels of success. You\u2019ll learn to work with a life-changing framework that will instantly shift your internal state so you can create what you want in your external world.<\/p>\n

6. Emotional GRIT<\/h2>\n

\"Emotional<\/p>\n

Another gem by best-selling author, executive performance coach,\u00a0and international speaker Dr. Neeta Bhushan<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Think of this book as an emotional \u201cGrit Kit\u201d that shows you how to release past pain and build emotional strength and intelligence. You\u2019ll learn to make powerful, precise decisions to create massive success in any area of your life and work.<\/p>\n

The book also establishes a new leadership model that\u2019s based on compassion and understanding for positive impact and transformation on all levels.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>Self-awareness and the ability to challenge your thinking are powerful transformational tools.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong>\u00a0The book shows you how to take a step back and identify current thoughts and beliefs that are blocking you from achieving your goals. You\u2019ll learn to rewire your thinking and rework your belief system to achieve self-mastery and success.<\/p>\n

7. The Prosperous Coach<\/h2>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

Rich Litvin<\/a> and Steve Chandler are both legendary coaches and co-authors of The Prosperous Coach<\/em><\/a>.\u00a0This outstanding book has been on Amazon\u2019s top 10 list of coaching books for years.<\/p>\n

It focuses on the art and craft of creating high-level clients who are a perfect match for your individual coaching skills<\/a> and style. You\u2019ll also learn insider secrets to grow and sustain a successful, profitable coaching business.<\/p>\n

The best part? Rich and Steve show you how to do all of this minus the overwhelm and burnout new coaches experience.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>Becoming a prosperous coach is about creating ideal clients through powerful conversations.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> This book reveals a proven 4-step method you can use to attract ideal high-end clients. You\u2019ll learn that you don\u2019t need expensive advertising or sales \u201ctricks\u201d to grow a phenomenal coaching business.<\/a><\/p>\n

8. Slowing Down to the Speed of Life<\/h2>\n

\"Slowing<\/p>\n

In the age of speed and endless information, a \u201cslow and simple\u201d path to success may sound like a crazy fantasy.<\/p>\n

This book<\/a>\u00a0shows you that it\u2019s not.<\/p>\n

The late Richard Carlson, who wrote the best-selling Don\u2019t Sweat the Small Stuff, <\/em>and his co-author John Bailey share simple, actionable strategies to create more love, peace, success, and joy in your life.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:\u00a0<\/strong>You don\u2019t have to give up on what you love to get what you want.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> The book gives you easy ways to come back to the present moment again and again so you can achieve high levels of productivity and enjoy your life at the same time. You\u2019ll learn how to create time for the things that matter\u2014the activities that make you happy and the people you love\u2014without giving up on your goals.<\/p>\n

9. Conversational Intelligence<\/h2>\n

\"Conversational<\/p>\n

Judith E. Glaser<\/a> is a renowned organizational anthropologist, executive coach, and consultant.<\/p>\n

She\u2019s one of the world\u2019s top experts on creating deep engagement, smooth collaborations, and creative flow in individuals and teams with the power of conversation. Her methods are based on solid scientific frameworks\u2014mainly neuroscience and anthropology.<\/p>\n

Judith\u2019s book, Conversational Intelligence<\/em>, goes way beyond basic coaching techniques. It contains high-level tools to build trust, integrity, and empathy with your clients and other important people in your life.<\/p>\n

Key Insight:<\/strong>\u00a0It\u2019s not about being the smartest coach. It\u2019s about being the greatest conversationalist.<\/p>\n

What you\u2019ll get:<\/strong> When you take your interactions and conversations to the highest level, you\u2019ll easily create a powerful foundation of trust with your clients. This leads to real relationships, deeper connections, and ultimately\u2026 a successful, high-income coaching business<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Start reading these coaching books as soon as you can. Today, if possible.<\/p>\n

The reason?<\/p>\n

These powerful titles will help you transform from the inside out so you can start to experience more freedom, happiness, and wealth right now.<\/p>\n

When you apply these principles over time, you\u2019ll empower yourself to break through limiting beliefs, live your purpose, and achieve your highest potential as a business owner, as a coach, and as a conscious, caring human being.<\/p>\n

This is the most valuable gift you can give to yourself.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the most valuable gift you can give to the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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