7 Books That Can Help You Create an Extraordinary Life in 2021
By: Reece Robertson
Tags: Self Improvement, Productivity, Inspiration, Books, Life

7 Books That Can Help You Create an Extraordinary Life in 2021

Books that have changed my life and could do the same for you.

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For many years, I was just a regular guy. I followed all the “rules.” I went to university. I chased instant gratification and was addicted to video games.

However, after developing a reading habit, everything for me in my life changed. I realized I didn’t have to follow the path everyone else was on. I didn’t have to live just another ordinary life.

Instead, I could design my own rules and create the life I want, and this is a path that’s available for all. If you're wanting to create a life that’s beyond the status quo, then these books can certainly help. Here we go.

1. The Icarus Deception: How High Will You Fly? by Seth Godin

Here is one of Seth’s many bestsellers. This book focuses on the idea that you’ve probably been taught to play life too safe. You’ve been taught to listen to the “experts,” to fit in, to not rock the boat, and simply obey and conform.

However, Seth invites everyone to see the world from a different perspective. One where you’re calling the shots, taking responsibility, and creating a life and work you’re proud of.

If you’re wanting to make a difference in 2021, then I absolutely would be picking up this book.

“Today, in the face of the greatest revolution of our time, we are all artists. Or at least we all have the opportunity to be artists. The only thing holding us back is us.”

2. High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way by Brendon Burchard

Wanna take your life to another level in 2021? This book is going to be your field manual.

Brendon Burchard has jam-packed it with knowledge and practical ideas that’ll immediately change the way you live, the emotions you feel and the results you achieve.

From average to extraordinary is how your life will be after reading this book.

“You can be wildly happy with what you have, and still strive to grow and contribute. So don’t ever let anyone discourage you from your ambition for a better life. Don’t minimize yourself or your dreams for any reason.”

3. The Latte Factor: Why You Don’t Have to Be Rich to Live Rich by David Bach

This is a simple finance book, and it’s absolutely fantastic! The story is written as a parable, which follows a young woman who doesn’t have a healthy relationship with money.

She is living paycheck to paycheck and deprives herself of living the life she really wants as she claims she “can’t afford it.” However, after being introduced to ‘the latte factor,’ her life starts to change very quickly.

She begins ACTING and LIVING rich, which allows her to eventually BECOME rich because she stops clinging on to the fixed mindset she has about her money and her future.

With only a 90 minute read time, there aren’t many reasons you shouldn't read this book.

“Everyone builds wealth. The only question is: For whom?”

4. The Education of Millionaires: Everything You Won’t Learn in College About How to Be Successful by Michael Ellsberg

If you’re in high school, college or a recent graduate, then your biggest regret is going to be not picking up this book earlier.

Personally, I read it in my second year at university, and it drove me to reconsider my previous career choices and go all-in on entrepreneurship.

To make a long story short: there is another career path you’re not being told about, and this book is going to show you how to walk it.

“Though you may learn many wonderful things in college, your success and happiness in life will have little to do with what you study there or the letters after your name once you graduate.”

5. The 10X Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure by Grant Cardone

Grant Cardone has a no excuse attitude towards success. In this book, he’s going to tell you bluntly that you’re probably not living up to your full potential.

Instead, you could be living a 10X life, and he’s going to show you the mindsets, attitudes and behaviors to do it.

If you’re willing to and want to hear the brutal truths of what it takes to succeed at the highest levels, then you're going to love this book!

“Most people will admit that their goals are well below their potential — because most of the world has been convinced, persuaded, and even educated to set small, attainable, and realistic goals.”

If you’re currently stuck in a state of thinking, “There must be more to life than this,” then this book is absolutely for you.

Guided by his own story, Chris Guillebeau will show how to live on your own terms, create self-employment and embrace life as a constant adventure.

For anyone who wants to make a bigger impact in their life; pick up this book!

“The great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.”

7. The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller

This one of the first books I read that really got me into productivity and self-improvement.

It is simple, concise and informative. As the title suggests, it’s ultimately about finding the ONE thing that’s most important to your life and then only doing that thing.