What we are reading… in January
As a team we absolutely love to read. Whether it be a latest release, an undiscovered treasure that has only just come across our radar, or dusting off an old favourite from the bookshelf.
As a team of Business Psychology practitioners, we also know how important it is to keep up-to-date on the latest research, thinking and industry trends. So for a bit of fun, but also in the spirit of ‘caring is sharing’ we thought it might be useful to share what we’re currently reading each month.
Here’s a snapshot of what the Psychology Work’s team have on their reading list for this month…
How to Thrive with Adult ADHD: 7 Pillars for Focus, Productivity and Balance, Dr James Kustow
"Thrive with ADHD" by Dr. James Kustow offers a transformative approach to living with ADHD, moving beyond mere management to true fulfilment. As a leading adult ADHD psychiatrist—and someone with ADHD himself—Kustow provides a deeply insightful and practical guide to understanding and optimizing your unique ADHD traits.
Through his seven-pillar plan, readers will learn how to stabilize daily routines, implement effective life strategies, calm mental noise, and improve overall brain health. With simple, actionable steps, this book empowers individuals to turn overwhelm into clarity, chaos into productivity, and frustration into lasting success.
Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organise Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential, by Tiago Forte
"Building a Second Brain" by Tiago Forte explores a system for managing digital information to enhance creativity and productivity. In a world overloaded with knowledge, Forte introduces a method for capturing, organizing, and retrieving ideas efficiently—creating a personal "Second Brain." This system aims to help individuals manage information overload, streamline their workflow, and focus on meaningful work. A Wall Street Journal bestseller, the book promises practical strategies for those looking to take control of their digital lives and make better use of their ideas.
As business psychologists, we're particularly interested in how this approach could support cognitive load management, decision-making, and creative problem-solving in an age of constant information demands.
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking, Susan Cain
"Quiet" by Susan Cain explores the power of introverts in a world that often prioritizes extroversion. Drawing on research, real-life stories, and historical examples, Cain challenges common misconceptions about introversion and highlights the strengths that introverts bring to relationships, workplaces, and creativity. She argues for a more balanced understanding of personality, showing how both introverts and extroverts can thrive by embracing their natural traits.
We always like to start the year by revisiting a book we've previously enjoyed, and Quiet is a great reminder of the value of having a more balanced understanding of personality, showing how both introverts and extroverts can thrive by embracing their natural traits.
The encore.
If you’ve made it this far and still want more, then why not check out some of our other book recommendations….
