Every book Diary of a CEO has recommended

#1 · Lost Connections

The endorsement here comes from Steven Bartlett, on Professor Green: How To Overcome Life’s Hardest Challenges & Find A Purpose | E8 in 2021. That episode features Professor Green (Stephen Manderson), British rapper, mental-health documentary maker, author, and entrepreneur who grew up in Hackney and became a successful UK hip-hop artist despite a deeply traumatic upbringing. In total it earned 6 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Diary of a CEO, Tim Ferriss).

“from reading one of my favorite books which is up there called lost connections by johanna hari was i used to think growing up” — Steven Bartlett 00:35:23

What it is: "Across the world, Hari found social scientists who were uncovering evidence that depression and anxiety are not caused by a chemical imbalance in our brains. In fact, they [believe they] are largely caused by key problems with the way we live today. Hari's journey took him from a ... series of experiments in Baltimore, to an Amish community in Indiana, to an uprising in Berlin. Once he had uncovered [what he argues are] nine real causes of depression and anxiety, they led him to scientists who are discovering seven very different solutions"--Amazon.com.

#2 · The Chimp Paradox

Recommended by Steven Bartlett on Romesh Ranganathan: There's A Dark Voice In My Head That I've Learnt To Control . That episode features Romesh Ranganathan, British stand-up comedian, writer and TV presenter, former teacher; one of the UK's most popular comedians. It has been genuinely recommended 3 times on the show.

“Steve Peters who wrote The Chimp Paradox. And he talks about Have you read it? It's a great book.” — Steven Bartlett 00:29:28

#3 · The Slight Edge

Steven Bartlett brought this up on Psychology Expert: How Colours, Your First Name And Your Location Might Be Ruini (2023-07-03). That episode features Adam Alter, New York Times bestselling author and professor of marketing and psychology at NYU; author of Anatomy of a Breakthrough, Drunk Tank Pink, and Irresistible. It has been genuinely recommended 2 times on the show.

“my favorite book I ever read when I started reading more was I think it's called Jeff Olson the slight Edge” — Steven Bartlett 01:14:55

What it is: The Slight Edge is a way of thinking, a way of processing information that enables you to make the daily choices that will lead you to the success and happiness you desire. Learn why some people make dream after dream come true, while others just continue dreaming and spend their lives building dreams for someone else. It’s not just another self-help motivation tool of methods you must learn in order to travel the path to success. It shows you how to create powerful results from the simple daily activities of your life, by using tools that are already within you.

#4 · The Status Game

The endorsement here comes from Steven Bartlett, on The More Successful You Are The Longer You'll Live! Will Storr in 2022. That episode features Will Storr, Award-winning British author of six books including Selfie, The Science of Storytelling, and The Status Game; former journalist exploring psychology, status, and the self. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Diary of a CEO, Joe Rogan).

“of all these books, I love them all, but this one in particular is my favorite... So, I highly recommend everybody checks it out.” — Steven Bartlett 01:42:18

#5 · Happy Sexy Millionaire

Recommended by Steven Bartlett on World Leading Sex Therapist: How To Avoid Having Bad Sex: Kate Moyle | E73. That episode features Kate Moyle, Psychosexual and relationship therapist, host of The Sexual Wellness Sessions podcast, and UK sex expert for the brand Lelo. It has been genuinely recommended 2 times on the show.

“i finally got to meet my debut book happy sexy millionaire it arrived from my publisher last week” — Steven Bartlett 01:36:08

#6 · Indistractable

Steven Bartlett brought this up on World Leading Psychologist: How To Succeed In Life & World: Jamil Qureshi (2020-12-21). That episode features Jamil Qureshi, Performance coach and psychologist who has worked with elite sports teams, business teams, and six athletes who reached world number one, helping people cultivate a mindset for success. It has been genuinely recommended 2 times on the show.

“near ielts he wrote a book called indistractible He said this quote to me which really changed my life and i think about it all the time” — Steven Bartlett 00:44:17

What it is: You sit down at your desk to work on an important project, but a notification on your phone interrupts your morning. Later, as you're about to get back to work, a colleague taps you on the shoulder to chat. At home, screens get in the way of quality time with your family. Another day goes by, and once again, your most important personal and professional goals are put on hold. What would be possible if you followed through on your best intentions? What could you accomplish if you could stay focused and overcome distractions? What if you had the power to become "indistractable"?

#7 · The Courage to Be Disliked

The endorsement here comes from Steven Bartlett, on No.1 Neuroscientist: you can change who you are in 30 days in 2025. That episode features Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, A world-leading neuroscientist and one of the top 0.1% most-cited scientists, known for the theory of constructed emotion and her books on how the brain builds emotions and reality. In total it earned 2 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Diary of a CEO).

“I was reading that book, The Courage to be Disliked over Christmas. And it kind of it changed my view on this quite profoundly and in an important way” — Steven Bartlett 00:35:32

#8 · 8 Rules of Love

Recommended by Steven Bartlett on Jay Shetty: 8 Rules For Perfect Love & Amazing Sex! | E217. That episode features Jay Shetty, Former monk turned bestselling author, podcaster (On Purpose) and life coach; author of Think Like a Monk and 8 Rules of Love.

“thank you for writing a great Book on a topic your book is so good that I've decided not to write one on this topic” — Steven Bartlett 02:02:55

#9 · Happy People Are Annoying

Steven Bartlett brought this up on Josh Peck: The Surprising Truth Behind The 127lb Weight Loss | E238 (2023-04-13). That episode features Josh Peck, Actor and comedian, one half of Nickelodeon's Drake and Josh, and author of the memoir Happy People Are Annoying.

“I recommend everybody to go grab a copy I love the title happy people are annoying um it's a truly important book” — Steven Bartlett 01:18:40

What it is: A wonderfully candid memoir from one of the most recognizable faces of a generation, actor, writer, Youtuber, and television superstar, Josh Peck. In his warm and inspiring book, Josh reflects on the many stumbles and silver linings of his life and traces a zigzagging path to redemption. Written with such impressive detail and aching honesty, Happy People are Annoying is full of surprising life lessons for anyone seeking to accept their past and make peace with the complicated face in the mirror. Josh Peck rose to near-instant fame when he starred for four seasons as the comedic center of Nickelodeon's hit show Drake & Josh.