Benson Katana

Knowing something about everything and everything about something is important to be successful in life.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 10/ 2026

Make your bed: Little things that can change your life... and maybe the world by William H. McRaven: 2017

In this book, McRaven explores the lessons he learnt as he overcame the challenges not only in his long Naval career, but also throughout his life.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Option B: Facing adversity, building resilience, & finding joy by Sherryl Sandberg & Adam Grant: 2017

This book combines Sheryl’s personal insights with Adam’s eye-opening research on finding strength in the face of adversity.

We all live some form of Option B.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 8/ 2026

The power of moments: Why certain experiences have extraordinary impact by Chip Heath & Dan Heath: 2017

"The most precious moments are often the ones that cost the least."

This book shows us how to be the author of richer experiences.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 7/ 2026

Tuesdays with Morrie: An old man, a young man, & life's greatest lesson by Mitch Albom: 1997

Amy Tan describes it best, "Morrie gives his former student a crash course on living: clear & ruthless hindsight on what matters most when your days are numbered."

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 6/ 2026

Unreasonable Hospitality: The remarkable power of giving people more than they expect by Will Guidara: 2022

"What would you attempt to do if you knew you couldn't fail?"

Guidara urges us to find the magic in what we do—for ourselves, our staff, & our clients.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 5/ 2026

Never split the difference: Negotiating as if your life depended on it by Chris Voss with Tahl Raz: 2016

Life is a series of negotiations, and this masterpiece will give you the competitive edge in any discussion.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 4/ 2026

Blink: The power of thinking without thinking by Malcolm Gladwell: 2005

In Blink, Gladwell reveals that great decision makers are those who perfect the art of "thin-slicing" - filtering the very few factors that matter from an overwhelming number of variables.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 3/ 2026

Black Box Thinking: The surprising truth about success by Matthew Syed: 2015

In this book, Syed argues that the most important determinant of success in any field is an acknowledgement of failure and a willingness to engage with it.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 2/ 2026

When breath becomes air: What makes life worth living in the face of death? by Paul Kalanithi: 2016

"You have to be there for each other, but you also have to get your rest when you need it."

This memoir is a life-affirming reflection on facing death.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Book 1/2026
How to win friends & influence people by Dale Carnegie: 1936

"You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you "

This is a must-read for the twenty-first century.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

I literally make the best out of everything. No matter what cards I’m dealt, I’ll always show you why God keeps me in the game.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

@IamPathikritB @akreana_ This is deep @IamPathikritB

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@akreana_ Life doesn’t owe you answers, but it keeps asking questions. The real plot twist is realizing you’re both the riddle and the solver.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Sooner or later you realize everything comes down to your ability to stick with the plan despite whatever emotions you may feel.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Life is strange. You arrive with nothing, spend your whole life chasing everything, and still leave with nothing. Make sure your soul gains more than your hands.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Unfortunately for things, they have no choice but to work out for me.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

Growing up is so humbling. At one point you become the one thing you once judged so harshly.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

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[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

@tiffany_nyachae Have you ever dreamt of living in a serene neighbourhood, or starting a farming/commercial project? Sagana Gardens, and Makutano (Paradise Gardens and Tumaini Gardens) are the best places for you. For enquiries and site visits, contact Benson on 0702131926.

[Benson Katana @Benkatanaa]

@WMutunga Have you ever dreamt of living in a serene neighbourhood, or starting a farming/commercial project? Sagana Gardens, and Makutano (Paradise Gardens and Tumaini Gardens) are the best places for you to invest. For enquiries and site visits, contact Benson on 0702131926.