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Motivational And Self Improvement Books

2,989 books — This list was created and voted on by Goodreads members.

Books that inspire, motivate, support, and just generally give you the kick in the pants that you need... in your career, personal life, love life, health & fitness regimen, or otherwise.

1.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
4.16 820,193 ratings 16,606 reviews

2.

How to Win Friends & Influence People
How to Win Friends & Influence People
4.22 1,146,189 ratings 29,772 reviews

3.

The Alchemist
The Alchemist
3.92 3,557,187 ratings 146,000 reviews

4.

Think and Grow Rich
Think and Grow Rich
4.16 380,954 ratings 11,853 reviews

5.

Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
4.37 442,184 ratings 7,066 reviews

6.

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity
really liked it 4.00 167,731 ratings 6,791 reviews

7.

The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment
4.15 448,647 ratings 19,148 reviews

8.

The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here for?
The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here for?
3.98 292,345 ratings 4,294 reviews

9.

As a Man Thinketh
As a Man Thinketh
4.24 96,115 ratings 6,340 reviews

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The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
4.19 515,770 ratings 28,120 reviews