One of the most interesting conversations that we had recently on the #reading-room Slack channel was about what each of our reading lists were, whether they were books we’re currently reading or books we’re reading. There were many choices, from fiction to spiritual literature and non-fiction. This gave us the opportunity to discuss and share books that we are interested in or would recommend.
We’d share other articles that relate to the work we did (e.g. design, branding, marketing).
Although our day may seem hectic, it’s good that reading continues to be an integral part of the team’s daily routine.
Reading offers many benefits beyond the joy of discovery, imagination, and physical health. It also helps us do the work that we need. Warren Buffet, Steve Jobs, Oprah Winfrey, and many others have attributed their success to their insatiable habit of reading every day.
Check out our current list to find the best books to read, whether you are looking to add a book to your library or just want to know what we like.
1. John, cofounder of TeamGantt reads most of his reading using the YouVersion app. This is a simple, ad-free Bible that allows him to take God’s word with him wherever he goes.
2. Brandon, the creative director, loves Dan Millman’sWay to Peaceful Warriors. It tells Millman’s story about learning from his unexpected mentor, “Socrates,” whom he met at an all-night gasoline station. His list also includes The Tender Barby J. R. Moehringer, andMoneyball. The Art of Winning an Injust Game by Michael Lewis.

Nathan’s current reading stack.
3. Nathan’s reading list clearly shows his desire to improve his skills as a designer and co-founder at TeamGantt. He is currently reading Work Rules!by Laszlo Boock, who is the head of People Operations at Google. This book provides an insider’s view of Google as a company and the factors that have made them one of the most desirable places to work in the globe.
4. Meredith, Director in Administration and mother to two, has some classics on her bookshelf. She is currently reading Healing the New Childhood Epidemics – Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies: A Groundbreaking Program for the 4A Disorders.
5. Jason, who works at TeamGantt in design and video, loves The Martianby Andy Weir as well as C. S. Lewis’ works Mere Christianity, The Problem of Painas his favorite. His top-reads include Adolfo Kaminisky: The Forger’s Story by Sarah Kaminisky and Between Heaven and Hell: An interrogation somewhere beyond death with John F. Kennedy. Lewis, Aldous Huxley and Time Salvager, by Wesley Chu, as well as Cryptonomicon, by Neal Stephenson.
6. Jake, one our engineers, currently has Your Baby’s First year, John Piper’s don’t waste your life, Illuminate and Three Men in a Boat (Jerome K. Jerome) on his book shelf.
7. Sunny Brown’s The Doodle Revolution is my favorite book. It provides the tools and concepts you need to express yourself, think more clearly, and communicate with others better. Elle Luna’s The Crossroads of Should and Must will give you the inspiration and down-to-earth support you need to pursue your passion and do the work that you love. Chris Guillebeau’s The $100 Startup tells stories of ordinary people using their creativity, skills and purpose to make a living doing what is most important to them.
8. Our newest member of our development team, Ishmael is currently readingFamily Shepherds byVoddie Bambam Jr., but also recommendsHis Majesty’s DragonbyNaomi Novik and Words of Radianceby Brandon Sanderson.
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