Books about self-improvement and motivation can help individuals in their daily lives in many ways. First, the books will often offer the reader simple strategies they can implement to optimize every area of their life (career, finances, personal relationships, mental health, etc.) Additionally, books that focus on self-improvement and motivation can help readers identify the life factors that are precluding them from succeeding and excelling in their personal and professional lives. Finally, the books can function as a conversation starter that empowers readers to have intelligent, life-enhancing conversations with the people around them.