Bloomberg New Economy asked Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries Ltd. which books helped him make sense of 2021 and are preparing him for 2022. Stuff your stockings with these recommendations from Asia’s Richest Man.
Ten lessons for the post-pandemic world
by Fareed Zakaria
Farid draws some striking parallels between the Covid-19 pandemic and some of the most devastating events of recent times, showing that global crises often result from unstable lifestyle practices and weak governance structures. You feel that these issues need to be addressed urgently, which can only be done through efficient leadership, lifestyle changes and effective international cooperation. A quote in the book that stuck with me is, “Outbreaks are inevitable, but pandemics are optional.”
Principles for dealing with a changing world order: why nations succeed and fail
by Ray Dalio
An interesting book that explains the dynamics that have consistently determined the successes and failures of major countries throughout their more than 500-year history. It helps you figure out why times to come will be radically different from those we are experiencing now. A must read for policy makers, entrepreneurs, executives and most importantly youth. Available now
The Raging 2020: Companies, Countries, People—and the Battle for Our Future
by Alec Rosso
It examines in depth how the social contract—the unspoken agreement between governments, businesses, and people—that has sustained modern civilization for many decades, is undergoing a fundamental shift in the digital age. The book contains interviews with some of the greatest thinkers of our times, the political and economic forces that have contributed to this change and what lies ahead for our civilization.
2030: How Today’s Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything
by Mauro Guilleno
The book is full of insightful projections about the state of the world in 2030, in particular about possible changes in demographics and its impact on global economic prospects. It also explores trends in urbanisation, technology, gig economy and automation that are bound to shape the post-Covid world.
Big Small Successes: How Small, Everyday Innovations Lead to Big Results
by Josh Linker
This is a must for entrepreneurs. You will realize that it is the small creative acts that provide massive rewards in business. And by cultivating micro-innovations daily, individuals and organizations can effectively tackle tough challenges and seize transformative opportunities in a post-COVID world.
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