As you progress in your career, it's important to keep learning and growing to stay ahead of the curve. One way to do this is by reading books on career development. However, instead of the usual titles, why not explore some lesser-known options? Here are 10 unexpected books that can help you take your career to the next level.

'Designing Your Life' by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
This book teaches readers how to apply design thinking to their career, helping them build a fulfilling and meaningful life. Through a series of exercises and techniques, the authors help readers identify what they really want in their career and create a plan to achieve it.

'The Art of Possibility' by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander
This book challenges readers to think differently about their careers and lives. Through a series of inspiring stories and thought-provoking insights, the authors show readers how to break free from limiting beliefs and unlock their full potential.

'Reinventing You' by Dorie Clark
In this book, author Dorie Clark shares practical advice on how to reinvent yourself and your career. From identifying your unique value proposition to building your brand and networking effectively, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to make a change.

'The Big Leap' by Gay Hendricks
This book teaches readers how to overcome their limiting beliefs and take their career to the next level. Through a series of exercises and real-life examples, Hendricks shows readers how to identify their zone of genius and create a plan to achieve their goals.

'What Color is Your Parachute?' by Richard N. Bolles
This classic career guide is still relevant today, providing practical advice on everything from job searching to networking and salary negotiation. The book also includes exercises and assessments to help readers identify their strengths and find the right career path.

'So Good They Can't Ignore You' by Cal Newport
In this book, Newport challenges the conventional wisdom that you should follow your passion when it comes to your career. Instead, he argues that you should focus on developing rare and valuable skills that can lead to a fulfilling career.

'The Lean Startup' by Eric Ries
While this book is technically about entrepreneurship, the principles it teaches can be applied to any career. Ries shows readers how to develop a 'minimum viable product' and test their ideas in the real world, helping them to achieve success faster.

'The Power of Habit' by Charles Duhigg
In this book, Duhigg explores the science behind habit formation and how it can be used to improve your career. By developing good habits and breaking bad ones, readers can become more productive, effective, and successful.

'The Talent Code' by Daniel Coyle
This book explores the science of talent and how it can be developed over time. Coyle shows readers how to create a 'talent hotbed' and cultivate skills that can help them succeed in their career.

'Linchpin' by Seth Godin
In this book, Godin argues that the key to success in any career is becoming a 'linchpin' - someone who is indispensable and adds value in every situation. Through a series of real-life examples and practical advice, Godin shows readers how to become a linchpin and take their career to the next level.

By exploring these unexpected books on career development, you can gain new perspectives, learn new skills, and take your career to the next level. So why not add them to your reading list and see where they take you?