Buckingham's Leadership Team's Book Recommendation

“My father shared a copy of one of Larry Swedroe’s books at the beginning of my career, and it forever changed my path in life. My hope is that his book on retirement will inspire you as well.” - Adam Birenbaum, CEO Buckingham Wealth Partners

Preparing for retirement is more than putting money into a 401(k). Written by Buckingham’s own Larry E. Swedroe and Kevin Grogan, “Your Complete Guide to a Successful and Secure Retirement,” breaks down every important aspect you need to think about as you approach retirement. They dive into often overlooked issues that may affect your golden years such as Medicare, Social Security, elder financial abuse, challenges faced by women in retirement, heir preparation and more.

“Whether it’s fitness or finance, instilling healthy habits at a young age is a gift of a lifetime! As a parent, I want to install values in my children around money and finance. This book is a great gift, a way to leave behind a legacy and to teach empowerment of impactful decision making.” - Wendy Hartman, President, Buckingham Strategic Wealth

When you decide to start investing is just as important as the amount you invest. In “One Decade to Make Millions: A Strategy to Maximize the Power of Your Twenties,” author, speaker and Buckingham Strategic Wealth advisor Jeff C. Johnson shares why it’s so important to start investing in your future earlier rather than later. Even if an investor doesn’t have a high-paying job or an advanced degree, with proper saving and spending habits they can set themselves up to retire with a comfortable nest egg.

“This book has not only provided me with practical steps to become a more effective leader, but it has also helped me positively resolve personal decisions logically and effectively.” - Jeffrey Levine, Chief Planning Officer, Buckingham Wealth Partners

Whether it’s due to emotions, preconceptions or ill logic, as humans we have all struggled with making a decision at some point in our lives. In “Decisive: How to Make Better Choices in Life and Work,” authors Chip and Dan Heath introduce readers to an evidence-based four-step process to make better decisions in both their personal and professional lives. Their powerful, practical and effective strategies and tools can help readers get on the path to leading a happier, more productive life, no magic eight ball required.

“I love Clint Haynes’ positive viewpoint and advice on making the most out of retirement.” – Alex Potts, President, Buckingham Strategic Partners

There are two types of people in the world – those that dream of saying farewell to their 9-to-5 lives and those who dread not having the daily routine that comes with being in the workforce. No matter which side of the fence someone is on, retirement can be scary. In “Retirement the Right Way: How to Retire with Pleasure, Purpose and Peace of Mind,” independent Buckingham Strategic Partners advisor Clint Haynes explores the bigger picture of retirement, including finding a balanced perspective, reimagining life, learning to mind your money and more.

“I love how ‘The Founders’ brings the reader into the ground floor of the two Silicon Valley startups that would eventually merge to form PayPal. The book is filled with lessons on entrepreneurship and provides insights into the personalities that are still making headlines today.” – Kevin Grogan, Managing Director of Investment Strategy, Buckingham Strategic Wealth

For many, PayPal is a convenient, cashless option to pay for online purchases. But did you know many of the creators and original employees of this controversial startup went on to become an integral part of some of the world’s most famous companies? They landed at Facebook, Tesla, YouTube and SpaceX, to name a few. In “The Founders: The Story of PayPal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley,” author Jimmy Soni shares the triumphs, trials and innovations of this groundbreaking company and how it has forever changed the way we live.

“‘Enlightenment Now’ offers a refreshing viewpoint to our modern world. In our work at Buckingham, we often counsel our clients away from the daily fads, new hot trends and shiny pennies. Instead, we use science and data to educate and inform solid financial plans that are designed to stand the test of time. This book is filled with long-term perspectives (and many examples) that result in wisdom that will serve you well throughout life. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.” – Justin Ferri, President, Buckingham Wealth Partners

Despite constant news of gloom and doom, research shows people around the world are living longer, happier and healthier lives. In Steven Pinker’s “Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress,” he dispels the recency bias we are all susceptible to and replaces it with a refreshing perspective based on reason and science. The author illustrates through dozens of data rich graphs how our lives are being enriched through the gift of enlightenment despite the obstacles we face daily.

“Ben Westhoff’s joy and heartache as a mentor in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, along with his exploration of the two vastly different world’s he and Jorell inhabited, made this the hardest book for me to put down this year.” – Jeff Remming, Buckingham Strategic Wealth Chief Transformation Officer

St. Louis transplant Ben Westhoff was a 20-something college graduate from an affluent family. When he was paired up with eight-year-old Jorell Cleveland through the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, they quickly became inseparable. They weren’t just mentor and mentee – they were brothers. Tragedy struck in 2016 when Jorell was murdered in the middle of the street at close range. In “Little Brother: Love, Tragedy, and My Search for the Truth,” Westhoff shares his personal story of heartache, the realities of impoverished communities and the truth about the man he considered family.

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