As 2018 comes to a close and 2019 arrives, it is important to find time to reflect on the past 365 days and set new goals for the next 365. One way to motivate yourself to have the best year ever is to read a good self help book. The right book can provide motivation, inspiration, and plenty of actionable tips to help you hit the ground running in the new year.

With this in mind, we’ve found 7 of the best self help books to fuel your motivation, empower you, and inspire you to start tackling your New Years resolutions immediately. With a mix of old and new books, there’s something for everyone in the list below.

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1. The One Minute Manager

By: Kenneth H. Blanchard

Looking for an easy, quick read that will upgrade your career game in 2019? Look no further. The One Minute Manager will give you three techniques used by efficient managers, each one providing lasting benefit to your work and personal relationships.

Pick up this book if you’re looking to improve relationships in 2019, or if you want to prepare for a future career or upgrade your work game this year! (It’s especially great if your job involves delegating to others in any way.) Not only does this book hold good tips that you can implement now, but its advice can make huge changes in your life in the years to come.

2. The Defining Decade

By: Meg Jay

The Defining Decade discusses the importance of our twenties, and how these years have the power to shape us into the people we will be in the future.

Through real-life studies and years of scientific research, Meg Jay takes us into the lives of real twenty-somethings and educates the reader on the best ways to spend this decade for success in the future. It touches on everything from relationships to careers to self-confidence and mental strength.