Must-Reads
How to Get Rich – This is greatest book ever written on how to become rich. Inside you won’t find advice to “follow your passion” or other worthless platitudes that don’t actually help you get rich. Rather, you’ll get a solid foundation for how the real world of business and finance works – scale, recurring income, raising capital and, most importantly, that ownership (equity) is everything.
The Sovereign Individual – A prescient, thought-provoking book that predicted the rise of the information age, e-commerce, and Bitcoin. The book discusses the shift from a centralized society (sovereign nation state) to a decentralized, borderless society where the individual is sovereign. A must-read book that uses history to frame the ideological and economic debates of today and how they will impact you in the future.
The 48 Laws of Power – Power is a fundamental part of our societies and lives. Here, the author sets forth 48 laws to help you understand how to masterfully acquire power and avoid being manipulated by others who seek to use you for their advantage. A thought-provoking book that turns on its head everything you thought you knew about interpersonal relationships and power dynamics.
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion – Learn and master the six universal principles of persuasion: reciprocity, consistency, social proof, authority, liking, and scarcity. These principles explain why you say “yes” and, equally important, how you can influence others to say “yes.” A classic book on the science of persuasion that can be applied to nearly every facet of life.
Ca$hvertising – The premier book for learning how to write copy, market, and sell online. If you want to learn how to master sales and make WiFi money, buy this book today.
The Millionaire Fastlane – This is the best business book ever written and a must-read for any aspiring entrepreneur. Unlike purported business “gurus,” the author doesn’t sell you on a BS step-by-step plan to becoming a millionaire. Instead, he shows you how to think like an entrepreneur, escape the 9-5 mentality, and grab hold of the success you were born to achieve.
Secrets of Power Negotiating – Negotiation is an essential life skill and this book will forever change the way you think about it. Expert negotiators get exactly what they want while making the other side feel like they won. This book will show you how they do it. You’ll never “split the difference” again.
The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding – The definitive bodybuilding bible. Arnold Schwarzenegger lays out in plain English the physical exercises and mental principles you need to become the best version of “you.” Complete with step-by-step instructions on every exercise imaginable as well as nutritional advice, this book will be your life-long companion in the iron game.
Gym Essentials
Gorilla Mode Pre-Workout – Wow! This pre-workout will give you the best gym sessions of your life. Expect a massive increase in nitric oxide (NO) levels, intramuscular hydration, energy, focus and as significant of a boost in muscle strength and endurance as you can get from a legal non-hormonal pre-workout.
Inzer Forever Leather Weightlifting Belt – I’m a big fan of leather weightlifting belts in general and Inzer lever belts in particular. This belt is 13mm of pure badass and will handle any amount of weight you can throw at it. Buy it once and have it forever. You won’t find a better belt for the money.
Captains of Crush Hand Grippers – Every man needs a strong grip. It’s crucial for moving heavy weight at the gym and for life in general. (Who can trust a man with a weak handshake?) These grippers will give you an iron grip, fast.
Gym Chalk – A little bit of chalk goes a long way to helping you develop stronger, more stable lifts. This chalk has a great feel and comes in a re-sealable bag to keep chalk where you need it and away from where you don’t.
Moleskine Gym Journal – Every gym rat needs a way to track their gains. This Moleskine journal is an old school analog classic – rugged and dependable. Use it at the gym, use it at work, use it for life.
Men’s Shaving & Grooming
Oster Fast Feed Hair Trimmer – Go to any great barber shop and you’re likely to see Oster hair trimmers. That’s because Oster has been making professional quality clippers at an affordable price for a long time. It’s easy as pie to use this trimmer on your hair, beard, or body. Plus, you’ll save a grip of money and time by doing it yourself.
Merkur Classic Safety Razor – The Merkur is not just a razor, it’s a piece of art. When you grab the Merkur in your hand for the first time you’ll immediately feel by its weight, craftsmanship, and finish that you’re holding something special. I’ve been shaving with this razor for the past 7 years and could not imagine ever going back to a drug store razor.
Feather Hi-Stainless Razor Blades – The Ferrari of razor blades. These Feather blades pair perfectly with the Merkur razor and will leave your face smooth as silk. Lather up with a good shave cream and say goodbye to razor burn and bumps.
Proraso Shaving Cream – Simply the best shaving cream money can buy.
Fog-Free Shower Mirror – Shaving in the shower ensures the most comfortable and closest shave possible. This mirror is magic because it never fogs up, even in the hottest steam showers.
Baxter of California After Shave Tonic – Best aftershave for your baby-soft skin. You’ll feel like a champion after every shave.
Nubian African Bar Soap – A mystical blend of natural ingredients designed to soothe and hydrate your skin. I trust my skin to this soap and you should too.
Travel Gear
Osprey Farpoint 40 Backpack – The Osprey Farpoint 40 is the preferred carry-on backpack of travel bloggers, digital nomads, business professionals, and everyone in between. Lightweight, rugged, and surprisingly spacious are just a few words that come to mind to describe this bag. Buy it once and have it for life thanks to Osprey’s lifetime, no-BS warranty.
Repel Travel Umbrella – Don’t get caught in the rain on your next trip. Plan ahead and pack a compact travel umbrella. The Repel Travel Umbrella is ultra-light, packable, and weatherproof.
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones – Long flights can be a drag, especially when the kid in the seat behind you won’t stop crying and the engine noise seems to drone on forever. But these Audio-Technica headphones make flying enjoyable again by blocking out unwanted noise and providing critically acclaimed sound quality.