In today’s world, there are countless books, podcasts, and audiobooks available to help you grow and learn—so really, there’s no excuse not to invest in your personal and professional development if you choose to.

Many recruiters haven’t come from a traditional academic background—or if they have, they’ve often taken the road less traveled. What sets great recruiters apart is not a degree, but their relentless commitment to self-growth and a desire to keep getting better.

That’s why our MD, Justine, has put together a list of some of her favourite reads to kick-start or fuel your growth journey:

📚 Recommended Reads for Personal & Professional Development

• Thinking, Fast and Slow – Daniel Kahneman
  
• 12 Rules for Life – Jordan B. Peterson
  
• Atomic Habits – James Clear
  
• Peak Mind – Amishi P. Jha
  
• Getting Things Done – David Allen
  
• Dare to Lead – Brené Brown
  
• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Stephen R. Covey
  
• Full Catastrophe Living – Jon Kabat-Zinn
  
• Extreme Ownership – Jocko Willink & Leif Babin
  
• The First 90 Days – Michael D. Watkins

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, these books are a powerful resource to guide your growth mindset and sharpen your skills.