Michael Bloomberg
Author, Billionaire, Entrepreneur, Executive, Politician
American businessman and philanthropist who founded Bloomberg L.P. and Bloomberg Philanthropies, served three terms as mayor of New York City and co-wrote Climate of Hope.
Michael Bloomberg's 56 Book Recommendations
- Table 4 at The River Cafe: Conversations About Food and Life: “we had a great time celebrating Ruthie Rogers and her new book “Table 4 at The River Cafe: Conversations about Food and Life.””
- Streetwise: Getting to and Through Goldman Sachs: “.@lloydblankfein's new book, Streetwise, is full of important lessons about leadership, decision-making, and giving back.”
- Fight Like a Mother: How a Grassroots Movement Took on the Gun Lobby and Why Women Will Change the World: “Her book, #FightLikeAMother, is out today. You won’t want to miss her powerful story.”
- Brotopia: “Congratulations to @Bloomberg’s @EmilyChangTV on “Brotopia,” her important new book about gender equality in Silicon Valley.”
- What If...?: The Architecture and Design of David Rockwell: “Congrats to my good friend, the great designer and architect, David Rockwell on his new book "What If…?"”
- The Woman I Wanted to Be: “.@DVF is a talented entrepreneur and a great NYer. Glad to celebrate her new book: The Woman I Wanted To Be”
- We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America: “Congratulations to @NorahODonnell on her powerful new book, We the Women, which tells the stories of women who made their mark on American history.”
- Going There: “Congratulations, Katie on your new book "Going There" - it's a powerful story.”
- The Formula for Better Health: How to Save Millions of Lives, Including Your Own: “.@DrTomFrieden’s new book, "The Formula for Better Health," continues his lifesaving work to build a healthier world.”
- When the Going Was Good: An Editor’s Adventures During the Last Golden Age of Magazines: “Honored to host a book party at the Perelman Performing Arts Center for my friend Graydon Carter, a legendary New Yorker whose wit, instinct, and irreverence helped define a golden era in media.”
- Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future: “But even more interesting is what's inside the book — a powerful and hopeful case for AI's potential to bring positive change.”
- Breathe: How to Win a Greener World: “His new book Breathe is an inside look at how to overcome the cynicism, apathy, gridlock, and other obstacles that all too often stand in the way of action.”
- The Start-up of You: “His book, The Startup of You, is being re-released for its 10-year anniversary — and it's a must-read for anyone looking to carve out their career path.”
- Moonshot: Inside Pfizer’s Nine-Month Race to Make the Impossible Possible: “@Pfizer CEO Dr. Albert Bourla's new book "Moonshot" is an inspiring reminder that for all the challenges we face, we're living in a time of extraordinary possibility & potential.”
- The Fixer: My Adventures Saving Startups from Death by Politics: “Congrats to @BradleyTusk on his new book, “The Fixer: My Adventures Saving Startups from Death by Politics" – it includes important lessons for aspiring tech entrepreneurs.”
- Frenemies: The Epic Disruption of the Ad Business (and Everything Else): “You don’t want to miss Ken Auletta’s new book "Frenemies" – a provocative look at the ongoing shift in global advertising and what it means for the future of media.”
- Leonardo da Vinci: “Celebrating @WalterIsaacson’s latest book tonight, Leonardo da Vinci, following the life of the Renaissance man and genius.”
- Rescuing Retirement: A Plan to Guarantee Retirement Security for All Americans: “Congrats to Tony James & @TGhilarducci on their new book, #RescuingRetirement – a deep dive on a critical issue facing our country.”
- Sweat Equity: Inside the New Economy of Mind and Body: “Congrats to @Business' @JasonKellyNews on the new book “Sweat Equity” – a great read in between my yoga poses.”
- The Ride of a Lifetime: “It’s great to have him at @BloombergDotOrg tonight as we celebrate his new book, “The Ride of a Lifetime.””
- Keeping At It: “Congratulations to Paul Volcker and @Cr_Harper on their new book “Keeping At It.” The book highlights Paul’s extraordinary career and personal integrity”
- The Arctic Melt: Images of a Disappearing Landscape: “.@DianeTuft's stunning book "The Arctic Melt" combines art & environment to chronicle the impact of climate change.”
- The Gargoyle Hunters: “Congrats to @JohnFreemanGill on his book, "The Gargoyle Hunters"—a creative take on the dramatic carvings that adorn many of NYC’s buildings”
- Maya Lin: Topologies: “Congratulations to an amazing artist and national treasure Maya Lin on her new book "Topologies".”
- HRC: State Secrets and the Rebirth of Hillary Clinton: “Congrats to @JonAllenDC & @AmieParnes on their book #HRC - required reading on one of America's most successful women”
- Unplugged: Adventures from MTV to Timbuktu: “I was glad to join him at PAC NYC to celebrate the release of his new memoir, Unplugged: Adventures from MTV to Timbuktu.”
- Dealing with China: “Congrats to Hank Paulson on “Dealing with China”– full of anecdotes from his career in business & gov’t. A must-read.”
- Make Trouble: Standing Up, Speaking Out, and Finding the Courage to Lead: “In her new book, @CecileRichards writes “to make a difference, you have to make a little trouble.” We can all agree that she's made a big difference”
- Lessons of Hope: How to Fix Our Schools: “We have an obligation to create a better future for our kids. @JoelIKlein's new book can help point the way forward.”
- Greater Than Ever: New York’s Big Comeback: “Congratulations to @DanDoctoroff on his new book, filled with some of the big ideas that helped to shape the NYC we live in today.”
- The Greatest Beer Run Ever: A Memoir of Friendship, Loyalty, and War: “My old friend Chickie Donohue has written a book about a story that is impossible to believe - unless you know Chickie, a great New Yorker and legendary sandhog.”
- The Alliance: “A new book from @ReidHoffman, @BenCasnocha, and @ChrisYeh lays out how to build a company culture of trust & teamwork”
- Mayor for a New America: “Boston is a better place today because of @MayorTomMenino. Great to see you yesterday and congrats on the new book!”
- What Could Possibly Go Right?: The Essential Journey to Scale an Enduring Culture: “That kind of growth speaks to Danny Meyer’s vision, persistence, and hamburger recipe. In his new book, What Could Possibly Go Right?, @dhmeyer shares”
- I Regret Almost Everything: A Memoir: “Congratulations to Keith McNally on winning this year's Gotham Book Prize with his memoir "I Regret Almost Everything" about his life in the restaurant world.”
- Yet Here I Am: Lessons From a Black Man’s Search for Home: “I was glad to help him celebrate the release of his new book "Yet Here I Am,"”
- Priceless Facts About Money: “Kids are going to enjoy reading her new book Priceless Facts About Money”
- Early Detection: Catching Cancer When It’s Curable: “Thanks to Bruce Ratner and Adam Bonislawski's book Early Detection, more people will also know about the opportunities to get ahead of cancer.”
- What Universities Owe Democracy: “his new book "What Universities Owe Democracy" is making him a national voice in challenging universities to do more to promote & protect our democratic values.”
- Mastering the Market Cycle: Getting the Odds on Your Side: “Glad to hear his insights and celebrate his new book "Mastering the Market Cycle: Getting the Odds on Your Side."”
- The Bible: “The book of Genesis reminds us that all of us – no matter what religion we practice – come from one family.”
- Principles: “Ray Dalio's market acumen is legendary, but it was creating and living by a set of principles that allowed him to reach the top. Everyone with goals and dreams can learn from Ray's approach.”
- Trade Is Not a Four-Letter Word: “At a time when trade is under fierce assault, Fred Hochberg makes a strong and effective case for its importance and value. A timely book with an important message.”
- Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy: “Have any of you ever read ‘Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy,’ by John le Carré?”
- The Well-Educated Child: How the Principles and Practices of Quality Thinking, Agency, and Ethical Purpose Cultivate Deeper Learning: “@deborahkennyhva is one of the country’s most influential educators - and her new book, The Well-Educated Child, will inspire more schools like @HVAHarlem.”
- Life in Progress: “We were glad to host him at @BloombergDotOrg to celebrate his new book about what inspires him, "Life in Progress."”
- A Talent for Giving: “Great to have John Studzinski join us at @bloombergdotorg to celebrate the release of his inspiring new book, “A Talent for Giving.” In this season of giving, it’s a powerful read.”
- The Idea of America: Reflections on Inequality, Democracy, and the Values We Share: “His new book, "The Idea of America," comes at a time when we need reminders of the shared values that transcend party and that have been instrumental in moving our country forward.”
- Johnny Tremain: “My favorite book growing up was “Johnny Tremain,” a story about a teenage messenger & spy during the Revolution.”
- Thirst: “Congratulations to @ScottHarrison on the publication of his book, Thirst, about the world’s water crisis – and what we can do to solve it.”
- Plagues and the Paradox of Progress: Why the World Is Getting Healthier in Worrisome Ways: “By calling attention to the risks of NCDs and prescribing solutions, this book can help to save many lives.”
- Two Paths: America Divided or United: “.@JohnKasich's new book "Two Paths" reflects on a tough campaign and looks at how we can build a stronger America with civility and reason.”
- A World in Disarray: American Foreign Policy and the Crisis of the Old Order: “Celebrating the release of @RichardHaass' new book on the evolving world order, “A World in Disarray””
- Saving Gotham: A Billionaire Mayor, Activist Doctors, and the Fight for Eight Million Lives: “.@DrTomFarley's work improved the lives of many New Yorkers. Glad to celebrate his new book "Saving Gotham."”
- Twitter Is Not a Strategy: Rediscovering the Art of Brand Marketing: “Congrats on your book MT @TomDoctoroff At my "Twitter is Not a Strategy" book launch party-Mayor Bloomberg dropped by”
- The Honourable Schoolboy: “It’s 600 pages, it’s mostly description, there is almost nothing that happens. But it’s fascinating!”