Readable Solutions Highlights for July 2024

Summer is in full swing, and with it comes the opportunity to slow down, relax, and enjoy the longer days and warmer weather. For many of us, summer is the perfect time to catch up on some much-needed reading. Whether you're lounging by the pool, soaking up the sun on the beach, or simply enjoying a lazy weekend at home, there's nothing quite like getting lost in a good book.

But why should reading be limited to just leisure time? As a busy professional, summer reading can be a valuable tool for personal and professional development. Here are just a few reasons why summer reading should be on your to-do list:

• It expands your knowledge: Reading is one of the best ways to learn new things and gain new perspectives. Whether you're reading about a new industry or brushing up on a skill, there's always something new to discover in the pages of a book.
• It improves your focus: With so many distractions in our daily lives, it can be difficult to focus on a single task for an extended period of time. Reading requires concentration and focus, which can help improve your ability to stay on task and be productive.
• It enhances your creativity: Reading can inspire creativity and spark new ideas. By exposing yourself to different writing styles and genres, you can expand your own creative thinking and approach to problem-solving.
• It reduces stress: Reading is a great way to unwind and escape the stress of daily life. It can help you relax and recharge, so you're ready to tackle whatever challenges come your way.

No matter what you choose to read this summer, make sure to find time for it in your busy schedule. Whether it's during your morning commute, on your lunch break, or before bed, setting aside time for reading can make a big difference in your personal and professional life. So grab a book, find a shady spot, and start reading your way to success!

This newsletter features new releases and a roadmap for the next three months. It includes information about our monthly book club selections and bookshelves, occasional publisher updates, and other book-related news. As you browse through this month's new releases, I invite you to keep finding new ways to incorporate our Readable Solutions into your learning path.

In today's fast-paced business environment, curiosity and lifelong learning are crucial for staying ahead of the competition. This month, OFF THE SHELF is featuring a bookshelf to encourage lifelong learning and skill development to improve your job performance, boost your career prospects, and increase your overall job satisfaction.

 

Positive thinking is a powerful tool that can help individuals and organizations achieve success. It involves focusing on the possibilities and opportunities rather than dwelling on problems and limitations. This month, OFF THE SHELF is featuring a bookshelf to help shift your mindset to a positive one.

The AI Dilemma: 7 Principles for Responsible Technology by Juliette Powell and Art Kleiner | Berrett-Koehler Publishers, © 2023

AI holds incredible promise to improve virtually every aspect of our lives, but we can't ignore its risks, mishaps and misuses. Juliette Powell and Art Kleiner offer seven principles for ensuring that machine learning supports human flourishing. They draw on Powell's research at Columbia University and use a wealth of real-world examples. Incorporating the perspectives of engineers, businesspeople, government officials, and social activists, The AI Dilemma will help us realize the unprecedented benefits and opportunities AI systems can provide.

The AI Dilemma is available on Percipio as a digital book, an audiobook, and a book summary.