The Summer Reading List
Curated For Event Planners

These speakers’ books offer a preview of the ideas and insights that make their keynotes truly unforgettable! Find a book worth sharing? Stock up for your team with discounted bulk copies in the GDA Bulk Bookstore.

Shawn Achor

New York Times Bestselling Author; Positive Psychology Expert

• New book releasing May 5th from the bestselling author of The Happiness Advantage.
• Learn how beliefs shape success and influence performance, well-being, and potential.
• Discover the seven core beliefs that unlock growth and help combat burnout and disengagement.

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Barb Betts

Expert in Transforming Sales & Business Performance Through Authentic Relationships; CEO; Podcast Host

• Make relationships your superpower by building trust-driven connections that fuel lasting success.
• Strengthen authentic connection through visibility, vulnerability, and relatability.
• From a connection expert and entrepreneur who built a multimillion-dollar business by leading with relationships.

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Damon West

Master Storyteller; 4x Best Selling Author; Philanthropist; College Professor

• Learn how real change is possible through powerful lessons on resilience, accountability, and redemption.
• Adopt the “coffee bean” mindset - transforming challenges into opportunities to change your environment.
• Written by bestselling author and former college quarterback who rebuilt his life after a 65-year prison sentence.

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Tasha Eurich

Organizational Psychologist; Researcher; New York Times Bestselling Author

• Turn stress into strength with science-backed strategies for thriving through uncertainty.
• Go beyond resilience to harness challenges for growth, clarity, and renewed energy.
• Offers a practical roadmap for navigating today’s constant pressure and coming out stronger on the other side.

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