Booklist

Please take a look at Jo's own reviews of her favourite books:

Help Yourself The first book I ever read on self development and it really changed the pattern of my thinking. A brill short read!	Who moved my cheese Some good underlying concepts but a bit ‘way out’ on occasion.	Whole Woman A book that really makes you think about how women and men are portrayed in society. I am not in agreement with all her thoughts but it was a real thought provoker.	Jordon Easy to read and straightforward. What I like about Jordon is her straight talking and whether you agree with her principles or not she has a very successful business!!	The Tipping Point Never really finished it but the first few pages and the title said it all to me. If you have more reading staying power than me, stick with it as I am sure it offers more techniques to engineer your own tipping point.
You are what you eat I fundamentally believe that creating a healthy mind is so much about what we eat. Although I don’t follow the teaching religiously some of the information is great.	Slow Burn If you think you can’t run buy this book. It’s solely down to this book that I can run as often as I do. I realised that nobody had ever taught me to run and now I find it so easy. Buy this as your first step to getting healthy.	Apprentice – What can I say Sir Alan does offer some great business tips, some of which I still follow. Very easy to read.	The Secret A fabulous read and I am busy putting in the techniques into practice (some of which have already worked) so watch this space, a must for anyone who thinks negatively - Buy it today!	Secrets of the Millionaire mind A revelation in the power of the great financial mind. It turned around my financial thinking. If you parents are not wealthy buy it today to run around your financial achievements.
Women who think too much I carry a stash of these in my boot to give away. As women we are prone to over-thinking and when I read the first page of this book it massively changed my thought patterns. Master the ability to stop over thinking and it really makes a massive difference – great read although quite heavy in places, but stick with it, it’s worth it.	Rich Dad Poor Dad The lessons are so obvious but most of us are never taught them – its brilliant to compare ‘rich thinking’ to 'poor thinking’. Wealth happens firstly in your mind and this is a great first step to challenging your financial psychology.	Speaking secrets of the masters - speakers round table Some good tips to assist with your public speaking - however it all feels a little outdated and macho!! Worth a shot if you are keen to improve your speaking skills.	How to prevent miscarriage and other crisis of pregnancy Stefan Semchyshyn A really massive insight into the mystery of miscarriage. A worthwhile read for anyone who has suffered pregnancy problems as it may offer hope and some answers, although not universally applicable to everyone.	The Survivor Personality Dr Al Seibert A really great read if you are in the midst of a crisis. Gave me comfort when I needed it.
Why men don't listen and women cant read maps Allan and Barbara Please A fantastic summary of the difference between men and women. Can really transform your relationships if the teachings are applied by both people in the relationship. An absolute essential book of any home library.	Why men don't have a clue and women always need more shoes Allan and Barbara Please A fabulous insight in the differences between men and women. Really explains why conflict in relationships both at work and at home occurs and what to do about it - A must for everyone keen on improving their relationships.	Trump - the way to the top Basic, simple to understand. Some great tips and business advice - A good read if you are contemplating starting business.	The Airline adventure Barbara Cassani A brilliant book on how businesses can grow very quickly. Barbara is a great role model for all women in business. An essential read for women with business ambitions.	Anthony Robbins - Giant Steps A useful pocket guide to give you a lift during the day. Tony continues to offer great advice but its what you do with it that matters! Buy it!
Don't sweat the small stuff Richard Carlson Some great little tips about how to bring control in your life. If you are interested in bringing more peace into your life this book is a great start as its easy to read and follow.	Feel the fear and do it anyway – The Book Quite simply you must buy it. Susan reveals how fear holds us back in life and how to overcome fear – brilliant!! If you are frightened of anything please please buy this today!	Feel the fear and do it anyway – The Compact Disc Quite simply you must buy it. Susan reveals how fear holds us back in life and how to overcome fear – brilliant!! If you are frightened of anything please please buy this today!	Yes! 50 Secrets from the Science of Persuasion Noah J. Goldstein PhD, Steve J. Martin and Robert B. Cialdini PhD Very basic, not very engaging but worth a flick through. Need to look hard for the parts that will be of value to you	Energy Tapping Fred P. Gallo PhD and Harry Vincenzi PhD Some interested ideas, never quite mastered it but did some use of the techniques in The Apprentice
Ahead of the class Marie Stubbs A fabulous biography about a woman who took on a most difficult challenge. If you want to know how to achieve as a woman it’s a great read.	Just for the record Geri Halliwell A good holiday read. Explains her problems in detail which took me off guard.	The Magic of Thinking Big David J.Schwartz	The Present – the gift that makes you happy and successful at work and in life - Spencer Johnson Bizarre book – came recommended from a number of sources but I didn’t really get it!!	Momentum Mo Mowlam I was so excited about this book as I love Mo Mowlam (especially she lived in the same city as me) but I wanted to hear more about Mo rather than the politics.
Some Luck John Bird Got bored which was a shame, and didn’t finish it.	Seize the day Tanni Grey-Thompson An interesting perspective on determination.	A million little pieces James Frey Never finished it	Desert dawn Waris Dirie and Jeanne D’haem An inspiring story of a woman on an incredible journey of life. It taught me that we don’t need material things to be at peace	Writing down the bones Natalie Goldberg A great intro to writing. It taught me to carry on writing despite the pain and the tears
Tony Robbins Get the Edge programme – CD box set - Click here What can I say... Just one word... Fabulous! It changed the course of my life substantially.