Stop Buying Books? Think Again.

I have a sort of ongoing resolution for myself: stop buying books.

My bookshelf is bursting with books about marketing, branding, strategy, business, sustainability – you name it. And then there's my iPad, full of e-books in the same categories (although nothing beats old-fashioned paper). Every time, I tell myself: this is the last book I'm buying. Because once I've read it, the important stuff is in my head anyway.

But every time, I fall for it again. I buy another new book, find it interesting to read, and learn new things that I can directly apply in my daily practice as a marketer and advisor. So why should I stop buying them?

Because my bookshelf is full? That's no excuse. There's still plenty of room in my head for new knowledge, insights, ideas, and opinions. Maybe it's time to just buy an extra shelf.

The idea of stopping buying books feels like a limitation, while I want to keep feeding myself with new information and inspiration. Books are more than just physical possessions; they are a source of growth, a way to broaden my thinking and expand my horizons.

Maybe I haven't figured it out yet. Maybe I do want to give away some books if someone has a good reason. Because sharing knowledge is just as valuable as acquiring it.

So no, I don't think I’m really going to stop buying books. It's all about finding balance and making room for what truly matters. And if that means I need another new bookshelf, so be it.