My Business On Purpose

The last 50 years in world history have led to influential inventions, and yet still the top four inventions are the wheel, the nail, the compass, and Gutenberg’s printing press. Dutch Philosopher Erasmus of Rotterdam lived in chronological proximity to the printing press and was able to expand the influence of his writing.  Books were a non-negotiable for Erasmus, saying, “When I have a little money, I buy books; and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.” Indeed Erasmus was reported to have little money and so fought through hunger pains for the pleasure of reading.  Attributed to Mark Twain is a saying that should serve as an accountability nudge to leaders, “The (person) who does not read good books has no advantage over the (person) who can't read them.” Here are three books I have read that I would challenge you to consider reading in 2023 in order to grow in fortitude.   Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, Will Guidara A friend and client Chris Ko