What RamP's Reading: Jan'15

Thinking of better managing your time this year, just like me? You may want to read the books I plan to read this month!

First Things First: (Re-read) In First Things First, Stephen M. R. Covey advocates categorizing tasks by urgency and importance so that you can focus on what actually needs to be done in the limited amount of time that you have. Using personal examples and insight from years of business experience, he argues for a new way of looking at your “to-do” list. Rather than offering you another clock, First Things First provides you with a compass, because where you're headed is more important than how fast you're going.

The 10 Natural Laws of Time and Life Management: (Re-read) Written for anyone who suffers from "time famine", this essential handbook provides simple, effective methods for successfully taking control of one's hours--and one's life. Smith shows how, by managing time better, anyone can lead a happier, more confident and fulfilled life.

Unwinding the Clock - 10 thoughts on our relationship to time: A physicist draws on her own inside knowledge of science to discuss the impact of technological progress on human bodies and minds and shares practical suggestions on how to preserve our humanity in the fast-paced, high-tech modern world and how to slow down and enjoy life.

What Matters Most: In What Matters Most, bestselling author Hyrum W. Smith explains why so many people feel something is missing from their lives because of conflicts between actions and personal values. Through compelling examples from others and from his own extensive experience, Smith outlines a simple but powerful formula to help you identify your own values and live them to the fullest. This strategy consists of three valuable steps: Discover what matters most to you Make a plan Act on that plan By incorporating Smith's strategy into your life, you will not only re-embrace your values but you will make them your priority. What Matters Most is an indispensable and timely guide to living a truly fulfilling life and becoming the person you always wanted to be.