James Clear
Writer, Speaker, and Author of 'Atomic Habits'
Biography
James Clear is a writer and speaker focused on habits, decision making, and continuous improvement. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Entrepreneur, Time, and on CBS This Morning. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Atomic Habits, which has sold over 5 million copies worldwide. The book offers a proven framework for improving every day. Clear is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies and his work is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. He shares self-improvement tips based on proven scientific research at jamesclear.com, which has millions of monthly visitors. He is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work.
Key Philosophies
Published Books
Atomic Habits
2018
A comprehensive guide on how to change your habits and get 1% better every day. The book reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how ...
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Meditations
180
Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on...
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The Black Swan
2007
A book about the impact of the highly improbable. Taleb divides the world into two countries: Mediocristan, where randomness is mild and governed by t...
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The Enchiridion
135
A concise handbook of ethical advice compiled from the teachings of Epictetus by his student Arrian. The work is a summary of Epictetus's philosophica...
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The Obstacle Is the Way
2014
A practical guide to turning obstacles into opportunities using principles from Stoic philosophy. Drawing on examples from historical figures like Mar...
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