Hannah Fry’s Hello World explores the rise of algorithms in crucial decisions—justice, healthcare, transport, and beyond. While algorithms offer consistency and efficiency, they also raise ethical dilemmas. Should we trust them over humans? Fry delves into their power, flaws, and impact, questioning whether they truly improve our lives or merely shift responsibility from humans to machines.

Hans Rosling’s Factfulness reveals why we consistently misjudge global trends, often doing worse than random guesses. He explains the 10 biases that distort our worldview and shows that, despite its flaws, the world is improving. By replacing fear with facts, we can better focus on real threats. Engaging and eye-opening, this book challenges how we see the world.

Simon Sinek’s Leaders Eat Last explores how great leaders create environments where people feel valued, collaborate naturally, and achieve remarkable results. From Marine Corps officers to business executives, Sinek highlights those who prioritize their teams over personal gain. True leadership, he argues, is about service and protection—challenging us to ask, Are you a leader?

Simon Sinek’s Start With Why explores why some individuals and organizations achieve lasting success—they focus on why they do what they do. Using examples like Steve Jobs, the Wright brothers, and Martin Luther King Jr., Sinek shows how purpose drives innovation and inspiration. Based on his famous TED Talk, this book is for anyone looking to inspire or be inspired.

In Fear, Sir Ranulph Fiennes, one of the world’s greatest explorers, explores the nature of fear through his own extreme experiences. From Everest to war zones, he examines how fear shapes events and how he has overcome it. Blending history, research, and personal stories, Fiennes offers a gripping look at one of humanity’s most powerful emotions.

In Drive, Daniel H. Pink challenges traditional ideas about motivation, arguing that true satisfaction comes from autonomy, mastery, and purpose. He explores how these elements drive high performance in work, school, and home environments. Through examples from innovative companies and insights from scientists, Pink presents a new approach to motivation that focuses on intrinsic human needs.

In Black Box Thinking, Matthew Syed argues that a positive attitude toward failure is key to success. Drawing on examples like Mercedes F1, Google, and James Dyson, Syed shows how "Black Box Thinkers" use mistakes to learn and improve. Instead of avoiding errors, they analyze them for future success. Syed reveals techniques for learning from failure, applicable across all fields, from sport to business.

The Chimp Paradox is a powerful mind management model by Prof Steve Peters that helps you understand and manage your emotions and thoughts for a happier, more successful life. It explains how your mind works and offers practical exercises to reduce anxiety, boost confidence, and manage your emotions, improving your daily life and personal growth.