Shelf Improvement Book Club
Shelf Improvement Book Club is a monthly podcast book club dedicated to self-improvement reading. Each episode discusses a chosen book focused on developing business skills and a stronger mindset. The hosts, Anna Fisher and Holly Jennings, are entrepreneurs and property investors who share insights aimed at fellow business owners and investors. The show blends practical takeaways from popular self-help literature with personal experiences to help listeners grow professionally and personally.
Episodes
Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert - Part 3 - Persistence
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 What if the biggest thing standing between you and your dreams isn't a lack of talent, time or opportunity... but YOU? 👀 This week on Shelf Improvement, we're diving into Chapter Four, Persistence, of Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic, and this one has certainly got us thinking! We all love the excitement of a new idea, but what happens when the novelty wears off, things get diff
Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert - Part 2 - Permission
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 Are you waiting for someone to tell you it's OK to follow your dreams? 👀 This week on Shelf Improvement, we're continuing our journey through Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert, and Chapter 3, Permission, has certainly got us questioning a few things! Why do we wait for approval before starting a business, pursuing a passion, spending money on an experience we've always dreamed o
Big Magic Elizabeth Gilbert - Part 1 - Courage & Enchantment
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 New month, new book, and a little BIG MAGIC! ✨📚 Have you ever had an amazing idea, done absolutely nothing with it, and then watched someone else bring it to life? What if that idea was never really yours to begin with? 👀 This October, we're diving into Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert, and this book has already got us questioning everything we thou
Key Person Of Influence - Final Chapters - Make It Happen
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 This week, we're wrapping up Daniel Priestley's Key Person of Influence, and after a month of brilliant ideas, practical advice and a VERY long to-do list, it's time to ask ourselves: are we actually going to put any of it into action? In this final episode, we dive into the chapter Making It Happen Now, exploring why we get distracted by new opportunities, how to stop compa
Key Person Of Influence - Part 3 - You might already have the expertise, but does anybody know about it?
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 You could have 20 years of experience and be brilliant at what you do... but if nobody knows about it, does it actually matter? 👀 This week we're continuing our dive into Daniel Priestley's Key Person of Influence, and this episode definitely left us with a VERY long to-do list! We're moving beyond your pitch and getting stuck into the next four steps: PUBLISH, PRODUCT, PROFI
Stop Trying to Be Everything to Everyone | Key Person of Influence Part 2
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 Do people actually know what you do... or are you giving them so much information that they're left completely confused? 👀 This week we're continuing our dive into Daniel Priestley's Key Person of Influence, and it's certainly got our brains whirring! We explore the five things Daniel believes you need to become a Key Person of Influence, before getting stuck into the first o
Book 48 - Key Person Of Influence By Daniel Priestly
Hey Shelf Improver! 💙 New month, new book! 📚 This September we're diving into Key Person of Influence by Daniel Priestley, and this one has already got us looking at our own careers and businesses VERY differently. Do you really need to work harder, gain more qualifications and have years of experience to become successful? Or is it more about becoming known for something? In this first episode, w
The Courage To Be Disliked Final Chapters Discussed
Hey Shelf Improver! Another month, another book finished! 📚💙 This week we're wrapping up The Courage to Be Disliked with the Fifth Night and our biggest takeaways from the book as a whole. And what a book it's been! There were ideas we loved, ideas that really made us think... and a few that had us wanting to argue back at the audiobook. 😂 We explore what it really means to live in the he
🎙️ The Courage to Be Disliked: Whose Life Are You Actually Living? | Nights 3 & 4
Hey Shelf Improver! How much of your life is shaped by what YOU want… and how much is shaped by what other people might think? 👀 This week we dive into Nights 3 & 4 of The Courage to Be Disliked, and these chapters definitely got us talking! We explore the idea of separating tasks: knowing what's actually your responsibility and what belongs to somebody else. From parenting and relationsh
The Courage To Be Disliked Second Night
Hey Shelf Improver! This week on The Shelf Improvement Podcast, we're back with Night Two of The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga... and this conversation hit home. 💭 How much of your stress comes from comparing yourself to everyone else? Are you chasing someone else's timeline? Seeking approval? Waiting until you're "ready" before taking action? We explore why com
Book 47 - The Courage To Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga
Hey Shelf Improver! New month, new book... and this one has already sparked one of our biggest debates yet! 🔥 This week we're diving into Night One of The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga, where a philosopher and a young man begin a five-night conversation that challenges almost everything we think we know about happiness, trauma, confidence and personal change. Ca
Can't Hurt Me (Finale): Discipline, Failure & Finding Your Own Path
Hey Shelf Improver! Well, that's another incredible book finished! 📚 This week we're wrapping up Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins, diving into the final chapters and reflecting on everything we've learned throughout the month. We explore Goggins' powerful message around discipline, resilience and pushing beyond your limits... but we also ask some honest questions along the way. 💭 Is relentl
Cant Hurt Me - Pt 3 - How Far Should You Push Yourself?
Hey Shelf Improver! Is pushing yourself always the answer... or can determination become an obsession? This week we're diving into Chapters 7-9 of Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins, exploring his famous 40% Rule, the power of mindset, and what it really means to become "uncommon amongst the uncommon." But as always, we don't just summarise the book... We ask the bigger questions. 💭 Is there
Cant Hurt Me - Pt 2 - How Do You Keep Going When You Want to Quit?
Hey Shelf Improver! There comes a point in every challenge where giving up feels easier than carrying on... This week we're diving into the next chapters of Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins, exploring resilience, discipline, the famous "Cookie Jar" method, and what it really takes to keep going when your mind is telling you to stop. But this isn't just a conversation about ultra-endurance.
Book 46 - Cant Hurt Me By David Goggins - We Thought This Was a Fitness Book... We Were Wrong
Hey Shelf Improver! New Month New Book! This week we begin one of the most recommended books we've ever covered... Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins. These first 3 opening chapters are raw, emotional and, at times, difficult to hear. We explore David's traumatic childhood, the power of taking accountability, why our past doesn't have to define our future, and how facing uncomfortable truths
Beyond Wanting - Final Chapters - Let Go. Trust More. Take Aligned Action
Hey Shelf Improver! We've reached the final episode of Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke, and what a journey it's been. This week we're exploring the final four chapters: ✨ Affirmations ✨ Let Go ✨ Signs ✨ Aligned Action Together we reflect on the practical exercises Matt has encouraged us to try throughout the month, discuss the biggest lessons we've taken away, and explore how manifestation i
Beyond Wanting - Part 3 - Feel It Till You Make It
Hey Shelf Improver! Can gratitude really change your future? Can journaling reveal answers you didn't know were already inside you? And what happens when you stop trying to force life and start feeling the life you want before it arrives? This week on Shelf Improvement, we continue our journey through Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke as we explore and discuss: ✨ Chapter 7: Feel It Till You Ma
From Vision Boards to Breakthroughs: Are You Holding Yourself Back?
Hey Shelf Improver! This week on Shelf Improvement, Anna and I dive into Chapters 4-6 of Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke, exploring Vision, Belief, and Rehearsal. We discuss why so many of us know exactly what we don't want, but struggle to get crystal clear on what we do want. We share our own breakthroughs around self-belief, imposter syndrome, celebrating success, and the surprising power
Book 45 - Beyond Wanting - by Matt Cooke
Hey Shelf Improver! New Month New Book! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we're diving into the first three chapters of Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke and already this book has us questioning everything we thought we knew about manifesting. Is wanting actually keeping us stuck? Are we constantly searching outside ourselves for answers that are already within us? And how much do ou
The Art of Spending Money: Final Thoughts, Big Dreams & Finding Balance
Hey Shelf Improver! This week we're wrapping up our May book club read, The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel… and honestly? This final discussion turned into a much deeper conversation than we expected. We chat about dream homes, ambition, burnout, wealth, happiness, freedom, comparison, and that constant feeling of wondering whether we should keep chasing "more"… or learn to apprec
The Art Of Spending Money - Part 4 - Success Behind Closed Doors 🔑
Hey Shelf Improver! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, We dive into Chapters 13–17 of The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel, exploring quiet compounding, identity, money, purpose, and the hidden emotional side of success. From property portfolios built slowly behind closed doors, to why we tie our self-worth to our jobs, businesses, and even motherhood… this episode gets sur
The Art Of Spending Money - Part 3 - Are You Spending for You… or Everyone Else?
Hey Shelf Improvers! Are You Spending for You… or Everyone Else? This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we continue The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel, covering Chapters 8–12. In this episode, we dive into the difference between spending for status and spending for real value. From designer bags and dream holidays to jealousy, social pressure, money beliefs and the freedom to
The Art Of Spending Money - Part 2 - Rich, Wealthy… or Just Chasing More?
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we continue exploring The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel… and the conversations get deeper. From status symbols and dream cars to happiness, relationships and the pressure to "look successful," we unpack the hidden emotional cost of constantly chasing more. We discuss: 💭 Why people envy the result… but never see the
Book 44 - The Art Of Spending Money By Morgan Housel
Hey Shelf Improvers! Is Spending Money an Art… or Are We All Just Chasing Happiness? New month, new book! This month on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we're diving into The Art of Spending Money by Morgan Housel. And it's not quite the book we expected. Rather than simply talking about how to spend less or make more, this episode opens up a much bigger conversation around wealth, happines
E Squared - Final Experiments
Hey Shelf Improvers! What if the more you look for the good… the more it finds you? In this final episode of E-Squared by Pam Grout, we explore Experiments 7–9… and bring everything we've learned full circle. From thinking positively about food and its impact on our bodies, to sending a thought to someone and seeing if it returns, we dive into the idea that we are all connected through en
E Squared - Part 2
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we continue exploring E-Squared by Pam Grout, diving into Experiments 4–6. These experiments take things to the next level… challenging us to see whether we can influence outcomes, receive clear answers, and even shift energy in the world around us. We put it to the test: ✨ Focusing intention to see if we can make things hap
Book 43 - We Asked the Universe for a Sign… and It Answered? Discussing E squared by Pam Grout
Hey Shelf Improvers! New Month New Book! What if you could prove, in just a few days, that there's more going on than meets the eye? This month on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we dive into E-Squared by Pam Grout… a book that turns spirituality, science and curiosity into real-life experiments. In this first episode, we take on Experiments 1–3, designed to test whether there really is an
Surrounded by Idiots… or Just Misunderstood? Personality Types Meets The Manosphere Bonus Episode
What if the problem isn't that we're surrounded by idiots… but that we're struggling to understand each other? In this bonus episode of the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we revisit one of our most popular reads, Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson, and bring it into today's conversation by exploring it alongside the The Manosphere by Louis Theroux. We dive into the different personality types from
Part 5- Final Chapters of How AI Will Change Your Life by Patrick Dixon
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we wrap up How AI Will Change Your Life by futurist Patrick Dixon, diving into Chapters 21–30. In this final episode, we explore the realities of cybersecurity, surveillance and digital safety in a world already powered by AI. From ring cameras on our homes to robots delivering our food, convenience is everywhere… but so are
Part 4 - How AI Will Change Your Life
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we're continuing our discussions with How AI Will Change Your Life by futurist Patrick Dixon, covering Chapters 14–20. In this episode, we explore how AI could reshape travel and leisure, from smarter journeys to a world where we may drive less, yet experience more. We also unpack how technology is beginning to influence rel
Part 3 - How AI Will Change Your Life
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we're back with How AI Will Change Your Life by futurist Patrick Dixon, covering Chapters 9–13. We explore how AI is transforming software development, accelerating innovation while raising big questions around control, accuracy and responsibility. We also reflect on real-world lessons from the Horizon IT scandal, and what i
Part 2 - How AI Will Change Your Life
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week on the Shelf Improvement Podcast, we continue our journey through How AI Will Change Your Life by futurist Patrick Dixon, exploring Chapters 6–8. In this episode we dive into how AI is beginning to transform pharmaceutical research, disease prevention and personal wellness, and what this could mean for how we care for our health in the future. We also explor
Book 42 - How AI Will Change Your Life - By Patrick Dixon
Hey Shelf Improvers! New Month New Book! Step into the future with us this month on the Shelf Improvement Podcast as we begin reading How AI Will Change Your Life by futurist Patrick Dixon. In this episode we explore Chapters 1–5, opening the door to a world where artificial intelligence is already reshaping how we live, work and think. From chips in our brains, to AI transforming healthc
The Happy Home - Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! End of another book! where does the time go. How did you find Patricias The Happy Home? Have you had a good declutter? Mapped out your rooms? Added / taken away suggestions to charge up the energy in your home? We hope you enjoy the final chapters and discussions with us. Heres the bonus link we mention: www.patricialohan.com/happyhomebonuses annnd we look for
Part-3 - The Happy Home
Hey Shelf Improvers! Step inside this week's Shelf Improvement episode as we turn our homes into living vision boards with Part 3 of The Happy Home by Patricia Lohan ✨ It's feng shui in the real world… where floor plans are confusing, recycling runs multiply, bins refuse to have a spiritual home, and "missing corners" become a genuine life question. Anna flows with goddesses and a
Part 2 of The Happy Home - Patricia Lohan
Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome back to The Shelf Improvement Podcast with Holly and Anna! ✨This week we're diving into Part 2 of Patricia Lohan's The Happy Home and getting honest about the "to-do list" vibes, the emotional pull of clutter, and why we all keep things "just in case." We chat about seeing your home with fresh eyes, making small upgrades that feel first-class, and simple ways
Book 41 - The Happy Home by Patricia Lohan
Hey Shelf Improvers! New Month New Book! Ever walked into a house and instantly thought… yes… or nope… without knowing why? 👀🏡 This month we're reading The Happy Home by Patricia Lohan and it's basically feng shui: simple tweaks that shift the feel of your home and, if you're open to it, the energy within your life too. Patricia describes feng shui as "acupuncture for your home". Not a fu
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Part 4 -Final
Hey Shelf Improvers! And just like that… we've reached the final chapter of our January book club 📚✨ Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw is Covey's way of saying: "Stop trying to be a machine." This habit is all about maintenance and renewal, not hustle-for-hustle's-sake. It's the reset button: look after your body, feed your mind, nurture relationships, and stay connected to what matters, so the re
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Part 3
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week it's just me, Holly, flying solo on the Shelf Improvement Podcast… and learning the hard way that I can't "1.5x speed" a paperback 😅 Matcha in hand, we dive into Part Three of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: the Public Victory habits. Expect win-win thinking, the emotional bank account, and why being truly heard is basically psychological oxygen. 🌿
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Part 2
Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome back to the podcast! 🎧 Hope you're loving our dive into The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People as much as we are. You've stuck with us through Part 1, and today we're moving into Part 2 - where things really start to shift from knowing the habits to living them in your daily world. Just a quick heads-up - in this episode I reference some other great conversa
Book 40 - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Hey Shelf Improvers! Happy New Year ✨ A fresh chapter, a clean page… but what does a new year actually mean for you? For me, this one feels extra special. We're on Book 40 and I'm stepping into my 40th year. There's something powerful about that alignment. This year carries the energy of the Fire Horse. Bold. Forward-moving. No tiptoeing. Just momentum and intention. And yet… we're still
The 5 Love Languages - Part 3 - Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! Well thats it! The end of our last book of 2025! We have absolutely loved reading and listening books with you this year. We hope you have enjoyed them to. In Jan 2026 we will be starting book No. 40 'The 7 Habits of highly success people' by Stephen R. Covey. So grab that book over the christmas holidays and join us for a fresh year of habits and growth. Wishing you all a won
The 5 Love Languages - Part 2
Hey Shelf Improvers! Hows your month going? Have you been getting into the love languages? is yours affirmations?? Listen in to find out if yours is quality time or receiving gifts?? 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering Chapters 5 & 6: Chapter 5 - Love Language #2 Quality Time Chapter 6 - Love Language #3 Receiving Gifts 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in ou
Book 39 - The 5 Love Languages - By Gary Chapman
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are we here! 12th Month of the Year! Happy December Everyone! and you know what that means :) a New Book! This month we're diving into 'The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman' the simple secret to deeper connection: we all give and receive love differently. Whether it's words, quality time, gifts, acts of service, or touch, this book helps you understand your partner's (and
Hustle Harder Hustle Smarter - Part 4 Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! What a book! another one complete! What did you think? we loved it. 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering the Final Chapters 7,8 & 9: Chapter 7 - If We Cant Be Friends Chapter 8 - Learning From Your Ls Chapter 9 - The Entitlement Trap Next Month we will start a new book "The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman". Its the #1 New York Times bestseller, We'll discover the secr
Hustle Harder Hustle Smarter - Part 3
Hey Shelf Improvers! oooo its s goodun, lots of debate, love it :) 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering Chapters 5 & 6: Chapter 5 - Evolve or Die Chapter 6 - Power of Perception 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 30+ amazing books. Pick
Hustle Harder Hustle Smarter - Part 2
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you finding this book? 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering Chapters 3 & 4: Chapter 3 - Constructing Your Crew Chapter 4 - Knowing Your Value 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 30+ amazing books. Pick one tha
Book 38 - Hustle Harder Hustle Smarter - Curtis Jackson AKA 50 Cent
Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome November! Lets Welcome a New Book :) This month we're diving into the mindset of a true mogul. In Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter, Curtis Jackson shares the lessons that took him from the streets of Queens to building a global empire. It's raw, practical, and packed with insights on resilience, self-belief, and the power of reinvention. If you're ready to sharpen your hu
Bonus - Pete Lonton AKA Mighty Pete
Hey Shelf Improvers, Welcome back everyone to another Shelf Improvement Podcast, bonus session with a very special guest today. Today's guest is an unstoppable force. Passion and purpose. I met him in Belfast. He's called Mighty Pete Lonton. I absolutely love his name, mighty Pete. He's a bestselling author. "Be Heard to Be Rich: Listen to your Inner Genius" He's a TEDx speaker, podcast host, men
The Big Leap - Gay Henricks - Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! Thats the end of another book! Whats your thoughts? we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Listen in to get our take on the final chapters 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering chapters 6 & 7: Chapter 6 - Living In Einstein Time Chapter 7 - Solving Relationship Problems Next Month (Nov 25) We will be covering Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter, by rapper-turned-entrepreneur
The Big Leap - Gay Hendricks - Part 3
Hey Shelf Improvers! We hope you are liking this book as much as we are. Lots of food for thought! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering chapters 4 & 5: Chapter 4 - Building a New Home In Your Zone Of Genius Chapter 5 - Living In Your Zone Of Genius 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading a
The Big Leap - Part 2
Hey Shelf Improvers! We hope you are liking this book as much as we are. Lots of food for thought! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering chapters 2&3: Chapter 2 - Making The Leap Chapter 3 - Getting Specific 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've cover
Book 37 - The Big Leap By Gay Hendricks
Hey Shelf Improvers! Welcome October! Lets Welcome a New Book :) Are you Self Sabotaging?? Have you reached your upper limit? Are you playing small? We have chosen 'The Big Leap' by Gay Hendricks. Are you ready to jump into happiness and success? Lets Dive in.... 🎙️ In today's episode, we're introing the book and covering Chapter 1: Intro - The One Problem That Holds You Back Chapter 1 – Prepa
The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth - Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! Wow an end to another book and another month already!! We hope you enjoyed this practical book as much as we have. We hope you have been able to take away 1 thing that will help you in your life moving forwards. 🎙️ In today's episode, we're finishing the book with chapters 12-15: Chapter 12 – The Law of Curiosity Chapter 13 – The Law of Modeling Chapter 14 – The Law of
The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Part 3
Hey Shelf Improvers! How did we get here already the weeks are flying by! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're diving into chapters 8-11: Chapter 8 – The Law of Pain: Good Management of Bad Experiences Leads to Great Growth Chapter 9 – The Law of The Ladder: Character Growth Determines the Height of Your Personal Growth Chapter 10 – The Law of The Rubber Band: Chapter 11 – The Law of Trade -Offs
The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Motivation Gets You going - Discipline Keeps you Growing
Hey Shelf Improvers! How was your first week? Have you been working on the tasks? We are loving this book! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're diving into chapters 4-7: Chapter 4 – The Law of Reflection: Learning to Pause Allows Growth To Catch Up with You Chapter 5 – The Law of Consistency: Motivation Gets You Going - Discipline Keeps You Growing Chapter 6 – The Law of Environment: Growth Thrives
Book 36 - The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth
Hey Shelf Improvers! We are baaackk :) Hope you all had a great summer, I know a lot of our friends did and the uk weather was kind. We thank you for your understanding for having August off. As you know we come to you every week in pretty much real time so we have been showing up every week for last 3 years! A little break/ refresh did us both good. So we are back with a New month, new book! 📚 Th
The Slight Edge - Final Chapters - Where Do We Go From Here?
Hey Shelf Improvers! Thank you for your patience we had some uploading errors. How are we here again? another book complete! All because of the slight edge :) 🎙️ In today's episode, we cover final chapters 14-18: Chapter 14 – Use Your Slight Edge Allies Chapter 15 – Cultivate Slight Edge Habits Chapter 16 – Three Steps To Your Dreams Chapter 17 – Living The Slight Edge Chapter 18 - Where
The Slight Edge - Mentors, Momentum & Mindset
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you finding this book? 🎙️ In today's episode, we cover chapters 10-13: Chapter 10 – Two Life Paths Chapter 11 – Mastering The Slight Edge Chapter 12 – Invest In Yourself Chapter 13 – Learn From Mentors 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy. 📚 Not reading along in real
The Slight Edge - Chapters 5–9: Why We're Not Seeing Eye to Eye (and That's OK!)
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you finding this book? We def have difference of opinion on ths one. 🎙️ In today's episode, we cover chapters 5-9: Chapter 5 – Slow Down to Go Fast Chapter 6 – Don't Fall For Quantum Leap Chapter 7 – The Secret of Happiness Chapter 8 – The Ripple Effect Chapter 9 - But You Have To Start With A Penny And as discussed in the Pod, If you want to see Anna and me
Bonus Episode - "The Compound Effect: Small Steps, Big Wins – with Scott Williams"
Hey everyone 👋 Welcome back to another bonus episode where we get brilliant book recommendations from inspiring entrepreneurial guests! Today's guest is the wonderful Scott Williams — property developer, podcast host, and all-around powerhouse. You might already know him from The Property Developer Show or his YouTube channel. If not, go give him a follow: 📲 @propertydevelopershow 📲 @scottluiswill
Book 35 - The Slight Edge - Jeff Olsen - From Average to Awesome: The Slight Edge Breakdown Begins
Hey Shelf Improvers! New month, new book! 📚 This month, our WhatsApp community voted for The Slight Edge by Jeff Olsen— He reveals how small, consistent actions—both good and bad—compound over time to shape our success or failure. This isn't about dramatic overnight change, but about embracing simple daily disciplines that create momentum and long-term transformation. 🎙️ In today's episode, we're
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! End of Another month! and of another book! We hope you enjoyed it! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're diving into the final 5 chapters: Chapter 16 – You & Me Chapter 17 – The Seduction of Pessimism Chapter 18 – When You'll Believe Anything Chapter 19 – All Together Now Chapter 20 – Confessions July our next book has been voted for and its 'The Slight Edge by Jeff Olsen'
The Psychology of Money - From Room for Error to Nothing's Free – Let's Unpack It
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you getting on with this book? 🎙️ In today's episode, we're diving into the next 5 chapters: Chapter 11 – Reasonable>Rational Chapter 12 – Surprise! Chapter 13 – Room For Error Chapter 14 – You'll Change Chapter 15 – Nothing's Free 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically ther
The Psychology of Money - Freedom, Frugality & the Car Paradox
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you getting on with this book? 🎙️ In today's episode, we're diving into the next 5 chapters: Chapter 6 – Tails, you Win Chapter 7 – Freedom Chapter 8 – Man In The Car Paradox Chapter 9 – Wealth is What You Dont See Chapter 10 – Save Money 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basical
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
Hey Shelf Improvers! New month, new book! 📚 This month, our WhatsApp community voted for The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel—a timeless exploration of how we think about wealth, greed, and happiness. Blending powerful storytelling with behavioral science, Housel shows us that financial success isn't just about what you know, but how you think. From the magic of compounding to the pitfalls of
Four Thousand Weeks - Final Chapters
Hey Shelf Improvers! We've reached the final chapters of Four Thousand Weeks—what a ride! What did you think? 🎙️ In this episode, we dive into: Chapter 12: The Loneliness of the Digital Nomad Chapter 13: Cosmic Insignificance Therapy Chapter 14: The Human Disease Next month, by popular vote, we're reading The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel—get ready for some serious insight! 💬 How di
Four Thousand Weeks - Rediscovering Rest
Hey Shelf Improvers! Another week another couple of chapters :) 🎙️ In today's episode, we cover: Chapter 9 - Rediscovering Rest Chapter 10 - The Impatience Spiral Chapter 11 - Staying On The Bus How did you find these chapters? Dont forget to share in the community :) 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically
Four Thousand Weeks - Why You Never Really Have Time
Hey Shelf Improvers! Another week another couple of chapters :) 🎙️ In today's episode, we cover: Chapter 6 - The Intimate Interrupter Part 2 - Beyond Control Chapter 7 - We Never Really Have Time Chapter 8 - You Are Here How did you find these chapters? Dont forget to share in the community :) 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link
Four Thousand Weeks - Facing Finitude
Hey Shelf Improvers! How are you all getting on with this book? are we liking?? 🎙️ In today's episode, we continue with the following chapters: Chapter 3 - Facing Finitude Chapter 4 - Becoming a Better Procrastinator Chapter 5 - The Watermelon Problem How did you find this book? Dont forget to share in the community :) 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our
🎧 Time Well Spent – A Deep Dive into Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman
Hey Shelf Improvers! New month, new book! By popular request, we're diving into Four Thousand Weeks—a powerful and thought-provoking book by Oliver Burkeman that challenges our relationship with time. This isn't your typical time management guide. Instead of cramming more into your day, Burkeman invites us to accept our limits and focus on what truly matters. It's about choosing wisely—not doing e
🎙️ Bonus Episode - From First Property at 19 to Building an Empire: David Lamb's No-Nonsense Journey 🔥
Hey Shelf Improvers! Ever wondered what it takes to go from buying your first property at 19 to running multiple successful businesses? This week's guest proves that with vision and hustle, anything is possible. In this inspiring bonus episode, we sit down with David Lamb — a powerhouse in the property world. From securing his first property as a teenager to now running Orange Sales and Lettings,
From Sabotage to Self-Mastery: Final Chapters of The Mountain Is You
Hey Shelf Improvers! Where has this month gone!? Another book complete 🎙️ In today's episode, we're covering the last 2 chapters of the book! Chapter 6 - Building a New Future Chapter 7 - From Self- Sabotage to Self Mastery How did you find this book? Dont forget to share in the community :) Next Month we will be delving into another new book voted by our community 'Four Thousand Weeks' by Oliver
The Mountain Is You - Part 3
Hey Shelf Improvers! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're discussing: Chapter 4 - Building Emotional Intelligence Chapter 5 - Releasing The Past I must apologise in advance we do have a good moan on this one and we do say goodbye then speak for another 10-15mins as we do lol :p 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically th
The Mountain Is You - There Is No Such thing as Self Sabotage
Hey Shelf Improvers! 🎙️ In today's episode, we're discussing: Chapter 2 - There is No Such Thing as Self Sabotage Chapter 3 - Your Triggers are the guides to your Freedom Tune in as we explore the first steps toward overcoming self-sabotage and transforming challenges into success! 💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basic
🎧 Bonus Episode: How To Make The Boat Go Faster with Rob Graves
Hi Shelf Improvers! We've got a special treat for you in this bonus episode. Meet Rob Graves—yes, that's his real name, and no, he doesn't moonlight as a gravedigger. Rob is a former estate agency owner who built and sold a multi-million-pound business. Now, he's on a mission to help others do the same through powerful coaching and proven strategies. Rob shares how to: Turn your agency into a £1
The Mountain Is You - Part 1
Hey Shelf Improvers! 📖 New Month, New Book! This April, we're diving into The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest—a powerful book about self-sabotage, why we do it, when it happens, and how to break free from it. 🌿✨ Chosen by our WhatsApp community, this book promises deep insights and practical strategies for personal growth. 🎙️ In today's episode, we're discussing the introduction and Chapter 1 – T
Support vs. Enabling: The Fine Line & Life-Changing Lessons
Hey Shelf Improvers! Today's the final day of reading (or listening to) The Let Them Theory! To wrap things up, we're diving into the last few chapters—exploring how to support others without enabling them, and why every ending is actually a new beginning. 📖 In this episode, we're covering Chapters 16-20: ✨ Chapter 16 – The more you rescue, the more they sink ✨ Chapter 17 – How to provide support
The Secrets to Stronger Friendships & Embracing Comparison
Hey Shelf Improvers! This week, we're diving deep into friendships—the good, the tricky, and the ones that naturally fade. We're also unpacking why comparison isn't always a bad thing and why you can't change people (no matter how much you try!). 📖 In this episode, we're covering Chapters 10-15: ✨ Chapter 10 – How to make comparison your teacher ✨ Chapter 11 – The truth no one told you about adult
When Grown-Ups Throw Tantrums & Other Hard Truths 📚
Hey, Shelf Improvers! How are you enjoying The Let Them Theory so far? This book is bringing up some big conversations, and we're diving right in! ✨ This week's highlights (Chapters 5-9): 📖 Chapter 5 – Let Them Think Bad Thoughts About You 📖 Chapter 6 – How to Love Difficult People 📖 Chapter 7 – When Grown-Ups Throw Tantrums 📖 Chapter 8 – The Right Decision Often Feels Wrong 📖 Chapter 9 – Yes, Lif
