book — the blog — Emilie B.

the art of preparing

It’s great to prepare, to gather the resources about a particular topic, but it’ll never replace the actual doing.

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The Obstacle is the Way, by Ryan Holiday, is the first book I’ve read in 2022, and it is now firmly in my top books.

This book was great reminder of the fact that when you aim high, you automatically expose yourself to more pressure, but you can always choose to see it in a positive light.

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Show Your Work, Austin Kleon

Have you ever felt paralyzed by the idea of sharing something about your work or about a topic you care about on the internet? Enters « Show Your Work » by Austin Kleon. It is a keeper: a breath of fresh air and a firm (but gentle) kick to the butt.

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The Practice, Seth Godin

This one is definitely in my favorites list ! A guide to improving your craft (whatever it is - this is really applicable to anything) and having a more fulfilling life in general.

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