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The Best Behavioral Science Books, Summarized in 10 Minutes

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Essential behavioral science books to start with

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Thinking Fast and Slow

by Daniel Kahneman

"Thinking Fast and Slow," by Nobel Prize winner Daniel Kahneman, reveals how two competing systems in your mind shape every single choice you make.

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Atomic Habits

by James Clear

"Atomic Habits" by James Clear is a practical guide to building good habits, breaking bad ones, and getting one percent better every day.

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Outliers

by Malcolm Gladwell

"Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell explores the surprising forces behind extraordinary success. From timing and culture, to community and opportunity.

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Influence

by Robert Cialdini

"Influence" by Robert Cialdini reveals the seven powerful principles of persuasion that shape nearly every "yes" we give, often without us realizing it.

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Thinking Fast and Slow

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Atomic Habits

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Outliers

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Influence

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How To Win Friends and Influence People

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The 4-Hour Workweek

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Think and Grow Rich

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