Read. Watch. Listen this July

Another month of COVID restriction gives us more time to improve our knowledge whilst being entertained. Make the most of your extra downtime with these top recommendations for July…

 

WHAT TO | READ

 

 

The Bezos Letters: 14 Principles to Grow Your Business Like Amazon 

A deconstruction of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos’ annual review letters to shareholders that show why, when, and how he takes risks and how that makes them successful.

Amazon is the fastest company ever to reach $100 billion in sales and they didn’t reach that landmark by staying in their comfort zone. Risk-taking is the key that unlocked the door to growth at Amazon, but those risks were (and are) intentional, calculated, and strategic.  A great read guaranteed.

 

WHAT TO | WATCH

 

 

Inside Job

The Inside Job is a 2010 American documentary film, directed by Charles Ferguson, about the late-2000s financial crisis. Ferguson, who began researching in 2008, says the film is about “the systemic corruption of the United States by the financial services industry and the consequences of that systemic corruption”. In five parts, the film explores how changes in the policy environment and banking practices helped create the financial crisis. A truly interesting watch awaits!

 

WHAT TO | LISTEN TO

 

 

Pocket Money

Join hosts Kate Browne and Sally McMullen with some help from a cast of experts as they discuss all the things money. From the hidden costs of owning a pet, side hustles, recession and investing, right through to what happens to your money (or your debts) when you die. They follow the money wherever it goes because even though life can be a bit messy sometimes, your finances don’t have to be. Start listening now.