Each guest on my radio show is asked what are they reading, for fun or work or both. I ask them that because they are readers. One habit consistent across leaders of all ages, industries, skills, markets...is they are avid learners. And that means they are avid readers. They are able to lead because they are able to read and learn from others.
If you want to be a leader, follow in the footsteps of leaders. Read what leaders read.
Bill Davidow was a recent guest who offered wonderful insights and observations on the internet. Bill has served the high-technology industry as executive and venture investor for over 30 years. He remains active as an advisor to Mohr Davidow Ventures, a venture capital firm.
And, he's written a fascinating book titled: OVERConnected: The Promise and Threat of the Internet
I asked him:
Leaders are readers. Jim Rohn says that; I just quote him. You're a leader, have been a leader for decades. You’ve mentioned a few books here already. What are you reading, for fun or work?
And here's what he answered:
Well, I just got through all the Dragon Tattoo books. I enjoyed reading those.
I just got through reading the Master Switch: TheRise and Fall of Information Empires by Tim Wu which is an excellent book.
I’m reading a book titled Virtually You, right now.
I enjoy plowing through all these things and do my best to stay informed. I guess I’m going to just keep reading.
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You can read the full transcript of my conversation with Bill Davidow here.
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