These 20 Books Will Boost Productivity & Improve Life

16. Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell

When we think about the most successful people in the world, we put them up on this pedestal, as if they are some glorious example of success. In his book Outliers: The Story of Success, Malcolm Gladwell takes a very intellectual approach to examining the truth behind the people who manage to excel in their careers, and those that don’t. Gladwell talks a lot about privilege, and how culture can influence multiple generations. This book is also full of interesting trivia that you will probably find yourself telling your friends and family. This book is not only fascinating, but it is also extremely important for people to read, especially in today’s social climate. It will have you examining your own family history, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the people in your life.