Even if I don't like very much the spiritual side of this book, the four agreements are something we should all thrive to follow to live a better life...moreEven if I don't like very much the spiritual side of this book, the four agreements are something we should all thrive to follow to live a better life. (less)
Another good book by Gojko Adzic. This one is different although. Actually, it is more of a guide than an actual book.
Gojko present us a technique to...moreAnother good book by Gojko Adzic. This one is different although. Actually, it is more of a guide than an actual book.
Gojko present us a technique to better understand, mesure and align the business goals with the plans to deliver a software product. Enter Impact Mapping, which is a kind of mind map to represent the following: Goal (why), Actor (who), Impacts (how) and Deliverable(what).
After presenting us the theory in the book, an example follow to help us better understand the concept while seeing it in action. Also, the great visual images in the book make it easy to comprehend everything.
The guide is small, about 70 pages, but packed with much information. You may have to read it more than once and refer often to it when doing your first Impact Map.
Also, the book is beautifully illustrated. I strongly recommend getting the paper version. Can't wait to do my first Impact Map !(less)
Nice little book about how to handle change, particularly on a personal level at work or in your life. Great storytelling using a parable about maze a...moreNice little book about how to handle change, particularly on a personal level at work or in your life. Great storytelling using a parable about maze and cheese as a way to give us a unique insight. (less)
Très bon livre sur la psychologie animal du chien. Cela donne une excellante base, mais ce n'est pas un livre sur le dressage, ne va pas dans le détai...moreTrès bon livre sur la psychologie animal du chien. Cela donne une excellante base, mais ce n'est pas un livre sur le dressage, ne va pas dans le détails de races particulières de chien. C'est vraiment assez général avec la vision très personnelle de Cesar Millan, le "dog whisperer".(less)
Je me suis intéressé à ce livre non pas parce que je travaille de la maison régulièrement, mais plutôt pour voir s’il y avait des trucs intéressant po...moreJe me suis intéressé à ce livre non pas parce que je travaille de la maison régulièrement, mais plutôt pour voir s’il y avait des trucs intéressant pour améliorer sa productivité.
Il y a quelques règles intéressantes, beaucoup de gros bons sens aussi et un truc ou deux un peu « ésotériques ». Lecture recommandée pour ceux qui travaillent en bonne partie de la maison ou ont des projets personnels à réaliser chez soi.
Les 35 règles sont bien divisées entre 5 thèmes : Lieu, Temps, Sociabilité, Énergie et Clients. (less)
This is a great book about software architecture and how to share its structure and vision. The author, Simon Brown, shown us his pragmatic side in th...moreThis is a great book about software architecture and how to share its structure and vision. The author, Simon Brown, shown us his pragmatic side in this overview of what is software architecture. I did particularly enjoy the parts about the role and how to design and communicate software. Must read for any developer or software architect!(less)
If you are serious about blogging, this book is for you. The author, Antonio Cangiano, covers many important aspects such as planning, creating conten...moreIf you are serious about blogging, this book is for you. The author, Antonio Cangiano, covers many important aspects such as planning, creating content, promoting, SEO, benefit and social media. Some aspects are directly related to WordPress blogging tool, but most of the book's content can be applied to any kind of blog.(less)
Very nice follow-up of the first novel. Very interesting to learn more about the others districts, in particular district #13. Some elements of the fi...moreVery nice follow-up of the first novel. Very interesting to learn more about the others districts, in particular district #13. Some elements of the first book are repeated here, but even that, it is a very good book. Very difficult to put down and after reading it, you have to start the 3rd book...(less)
The author, Austin Kleon, give us 10 rules to unlock your creativity. These rules can be useful to anyone, artist or not. The result is an excellent b...moreThe author, Austin Kleon, give us 10 rules to unlock your creativity. These rules can be useful to anyone, artist or not. The result is an excellent book about creativity and productivity named “Steal like an artist”. Why stealing? Because nothing is original.
The book is also beautifully illustrated; the paper used to print the book is of great quality. The look and feel this book gives you is worth the price alone. (less)
This funny book is about freedom, creativity, the Internet and the new world of work. This is a very fast read of about 120 pages with many drawings (...moreThis funny book is about freedom, creativity, the Internet and the new world of work. This is a very fast read of about 120 pages with many drawings (which some are a little strange, but art is art). Nonetheless, it is an interesting read, particularly if you are blogging or have interests in new media.(less)
Lecture un oeu rapide mais très intéressante sur le statut actuel de l'état québecois. L'auteur visite plusieurs aspects de l'état (dette et taille de...moreLecture un oeu rapide mais très intéressante sur le statut actuel de l'état québecois. L'auteur visite plusieurs aspects de l'état (dette et taille de l'état, la RRQ, Santé, Éducation, Ressources Naturelles, Syndicalisme et Immigration) et y propose des pistes de solutions intéressantes et novatrices. On perçoit dans son texte une tendance vers la droite démocratique, libertarienne et responsable. Bref, la preuve que l'on peut être de droite sans parler de morale, de religion, de la loi et l'ordre ou de censure. (less)
Après avoir visionné le documentaire L’Illision tranquille, j’étais resté sur mon appétit. Et bien le livre « Pour en finir avec le gouvernemaman » de...moreAprès avoir visionné le documentaire L’Illision tranquille, j’étais resté sur mon appétit. Et bien le livre « Pour en finir avec le gouvernemaman » de Johanne Marcotte a bien comblé ce désir de comprendre davantage notre situation politique actuelle. Un portrait pas très réjouissant de l’état du Québec y est présenté. J’ai particulièrement apprécié les chapitres 4 (Tout est culturel) et 5 (Gauche vs Droite) où j’en ai appris beaucoup. J’ai bien aimé les termes « Libéral Humaniste » et « Ingénieur Social » pour bien expliquer la vision Gauche-Droite. À lire si vous aimez la politique québécoise. (less)
Very nice conclusion to the Hunger Games Trilogy. The authors Suzanne Collins, has a way to grab you into a story that is very difficult to put down....moreVery nice conclusion to the Hunger Games Trilogy. The authors Suzanne Collins, has a way to grab you into a story that is very difficult to put down. In this final book, the facedown between the rebels and the capital comes to a conclusion. The love triangle, which is not the primary theme of the book, also concludes here in a satisfying way. A must if you had read the first two books.(less)
This book, which is a nice read, is like a kinda mix of RunningMan and Survivor for teens. I did like to read about the "Hunger Games" world trough th...moreThis book, which is a nice read, is like a kinda mix of RunningMan and Survivor for teens. I did like to read about the "Hunger Games" world trough the eyes of the sole protagonist. That way, we don't get into the background and some other characters and see their actions. So, after reading the book, there are many things left unanswered and mysteries to solve (probably in the following books).
Great book about developing your thinking skills. The title is a little misleading. Yes, there are some exercises for children, but it is more a book...moreGreat book about developing your thinking skills. The title is a little misleading. Yes, there are some exercises for children, but it is more a book that introduce you how to develop your thinking skill overall.
Many techniques and methods described (6 thinking hats, Lateral Thinking, LO/POSO/GO, etc.) here are more fully explained in other books by Edward de Bono. Nevertheless, this is the kind of reference book with a great deal of information (and acronyms) that you need to go back many times to fully understand it. (less)
If you like reading about productivity and you are avid fan of agile software practices, this book is for you. Great read with plenty of advices. I ca...moreIf you like reading about productivity and you are avid fan of agile software practices, this book is for you. Great read with plenty of advices. I can’t wait to build my own personal Kanban board.(less)
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