I like to read. I like to read a lot. I normally read about a book a week. Sometimes a lot more. Sometimes less, but not very often. For example, last month, when I had a couple of weeks off from normal responsibilities I read 14 books. It was a good month.
So at the end of 2011 I came to 2 important realizations. First, I need to reread more books. I have read too many good books to think that just because a book is new it is better than one I have read. And my second realization is that I need to ensure a good balance to the books that I read to make sure I am reflecting on different roles in my life.
So I have compiled a list of 12 different “roles” that I have and have assigned at least 1 book I would like to read each year for that role. Although I am fond of many of these books, I am always up for a suggestion on a better book for any particular category. Let me know what you think.
Human
Power of Full Engagement
Ordering Your Private World
Christian
The Critical Journey
Man
From Wild Man to Wise Man
Husband
Love and Respect
His Needs, Her Needs
Father
Parenting with Love and Logic
Leader
Lencioni
Collins
Businessman
Getting to Plan B
Teacher
Teaching to Change Lives
Made to Stick
Missionary
Spiritual Biographies
Oswald Chambers
Hudson Taylor
Jim Elliot
Clergy
The Soul of the Apostolate
Investor
Payback Time/Rule #1 Investing
Landlord
Accidental Landlord
