Collection Must-read for Workers 2026.06.12

From Work Mindset to Growth Mindset: Must-Read Books for Developing Professionals

Best-selling self-development books to keep by your side, especially when busy

When you're buried in work, it's easy to lose direction. A good book is the most cost-effective investment that can change your attitude towards work and perspective on growth.

I've chosen books that cover topics often concerning working professionals: habits, focus, relationships, mindset, and more. Try reading a chapter during your commute!

I've gathered beloved must-reads for professionals. Start with the topics that you feel you need the most right now.

Atomic Habits (James Clear)

This global bestseller in the habits field specifically guides how small actions create significant changes. It covers how to design habits with a system rather than willpower, providing plenty of practical tips. It's especially helpful for professionals looking to change their work routines or self-management habits.

저자 제임스 클리어 출판사 비즈니스북스 출간 2019 분야 자기계발

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Grit (Angela Duckworth)

This book unfolds psychological research that shows persistence and passion are key to long-term achievements over mere talent. It helps re-evaluate the power of consistency in the often exhausting and wavering experience of working life. This is a great read when you want to check your motivation for growth and reaching your goals.

저자 앤절라 더크워스 출판사 비즈니스북스 출간 2022 분야 자기계발

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Deep Work (Cal Newport)

This book discusses the value of deep focus in an environment filled with distractions. It offers ways to work effectively and training methods to excel in a time where concentration is easily lost. It's recommended for professionals who struggle with distractions and want to improve the quality of their work.

저자 칼 뉴포트 출판사 민음사 출간 2017 분야 자기계발

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The One Thing (Gary Keller)

This self-development book emphasizes the power of focusing on the most important task rather than juggling multiple responsibilities. It helps clarify what to prioritize when tasks start to overwhelm you. It’s beneficial for those who are always busy but feel unsatisfied with their results.

저자 게리 켈러, 제이 파파산 출판사 비즈니스북스 출간 2013 분야 자기계발

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Stolen Focus (Johann Hari)

This highly discussed book examines the reasons behind the decline in modern people's concentration from both personal and societal perspectives. It prompts reflection on the daily life plagued by smartphones and notifications. It’s a worthwhile read for professionals who feel that focusing has become increasingly difficult.

저자 요한 하리 출판사 어크로스 출간 2023 분야 자기계발

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The Courage to Be Disliked (Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga)

This steady seller utilizes Adlerian psychology to address concerns about interpersonal relationships through a conversational format. It offers a perspective that liberates one from the judgments and recognition of others, helping to view workplace relationship stress differently. It provides comfort and insight for those tired of people-related issues.

저자 기시미 이치로, 고가 후미타케 출판사 인플루엔셜 출간 2022 분야 자기계발

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How to Win Friends and Influence People (Dale Carnegie)

This classic in self-development outlines attitudes toward people and principles of communication. It allows readers to learn the fundamentals of relationships that remain relevant even as times change, through abundant case studies. It's a continuously read book for professionals who wish to refine their relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.

저자 데일 카네기 출판사 현대지성 출간 2019 분야 자기계발

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The Teachings of Sein (Sein)

This book gained significant attention by providing realistic advice on work, money, and attitudes toward life. Instead of pleasant words, it encourages reflection on one’s working approach and self-management with a direct viewpoint. It’s suitable for those who need practical motivation rather than vague encouragement.

저자 세이노 출판사 데이원 출간 2023 분야 자기계발

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Tools of Titans (Tim Ferriss)

This book compiles habits, routines, and know-how from top performers in various fields through interviews. Among the diverse examples, you can select methods that suit you and apply them to your daily life and work. It's ideal for those curious about the specific practices of successful individuals.

저자 팀 페리스 출판사 토네이도 출간 2024 분야 자기계발

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The Simple Way of Working (Park So-yeon)

This book covers practical attitudes and methods for simplifying complex tasks. It includes specific tips for minimizing clutter in reporting, organizing, and communication. It will be practically helpful for professionals who want to enhance their work skills and work neatly.

저자 박소연 출판사 더퀘스트 출간 2024 분야 자기계발

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It's best to start with the topic you need right now. Rather than trying to read the entire book from the beginning, it's perfectly fine to start with the chapters that catch your interest.

By steadily reading one chapter at a time during your commute, you'll gradually see changes in your attitude and perspective towards work. Please choose from the books that resonate with you from the list above.

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Atomic Habits (James Clear)

제임스 클리어 · 비즈니스북스 · 2019 · 자기계발

Grit (Angela Duckworth)

앤절라 더크워스 · 비즈니스북스 · 2022 · 자기계발

Deep Work (Cal Newport)

칼 뉴포트 · 민음사 · 2017 · 자기계발

The One Thing (Gary Keller)

게리 켈러, 제이 파파산 · 비즈니스북스 · 2013 · 자기계발

Stolen Focus (Johann Hari)

요한 하리 · 어크로스 · 2023 · 자기계발

The Courage to Be Disliked (Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga)