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7 Books for Highly Productive People

My top 7 books in the realm of personal productivity

Matthias Karner
6 min readOct 29, 2023
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There are tons of books about personal productivity out there. In this article I want to show you my personal top 7.

The Effective Executive

The Effective Executive by Peter F. Drucker

This book is a treasure trove of wisdom; many books in the realms of productivity, management and leadership are inspired by Peter F. Drucker’s masterpiece.

Drucker’s insights unveil the secrets of successful leadership by highlighting eight crucial virtues, from meticulous planning to responsible decision-making and productive communication.

In this riveting exploration, it is discovered that, contrary to conventional belief, effectiveness isn’t a mystical quality but a skill that can be learned and mastered. Drucker sheds light on the demanding role of leaders, who must juggle their time, balance operational tasks, and ensure their efforts serve the greater organizational good.

Effective leaders, as Drucker unveils, possess a distinct set of qualities. They excel in time management, prioritize results over methods, harness strengths, establish…

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Matthias Karner
Matthias Karner

Written by Matthias Karner

Digitalization & IT Leader. Avid Reader. Dedicated Writer. Engineering PhD. Productivity Enthusiast.

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