I agree with the principle. Most books in the case study section fall into what I’d call the “self-help-business” category. They’re comforting reads, especially when work isn’t going well. You don’t necessarily turn to them for strategy, but for a boost of optimism or a mental reset, with a dash of hope.

For strategy and execution, I look to Harvard Business Review. Its detailed case studies, frameworks, and exercises address the operational complexities that don’t translate well to mass-market books, which often skip them. They’re dry and time-intensive, but invaluable when you're looking to build real strategic and operational skills.