Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering by Malcolm Gladwell

October 4th, 2026

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Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering by Malcolm Gladwell
In his latest book, Gladwell tells a number of seemingly unconnected stories that all have some unexpected outcomes. I find Malcolm to be an out standing story teller, which makes this summary less comprehensive than others you will find on the blog. I hope this quick read encourages you to purchase that fine book and that you enjoy it as much as I did.

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October 4th, 2026


How to Remember Everything You Read (This Trick Feels Illegal!) These tips all make sense to me, and I’ve been in education since 1969. KYNIA via YouTube

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The 12 Levers: The Complete Psychological Toolkit for Improving Your Life by Spencer Greenberg and Jeremy Stevenson

September 17th, 2026

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The 12 Levers: The Complete Psychological Toolkit for Improving Your Life by Spencer Greenberg and Jeremy Stevenson goes beyond things like diet, exercise, and sleep to deal with the psychology of self-help and improvement. If you suffer from negative thoughts that lead to anxiety and depression, this book is for you. Have a copy on hand for yourself, or to give to people you work and live with who might need it.

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5 Signs A Job Will Give You More Than A Paycheque by Jeremy Bowler

September 1st, 2026

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A job can pay your bills and still leave your career standing still. When you are choosing your next role, salary matters, but it is worth looking beyond the number on the offer. The right job should give you stronger skills, better judgement, useful relationships and clearer ideas about where you want to go next.

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Why Adult Learners Drop Out and How Practical Support Can Help Them Succeed by Emily Graham

August 25th, 2026

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Why Adult Learners Drop Out and How Practical Support Can Help Them Succeed

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