Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2020. As Harvard lecturer and global trend watcher Vikram Mansharamani shows in this eye-opening and perspective-shifting book, our complex, data-flooded world has made us ever more reliant on experts, protocols, and technology. Leadership isn't easy.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Each year, after reading and reviewing dozens of new leadership books, I select my pick for the year's best new leadership book. For 2023, after reading nearly 40 leadership books, my pick for this year’s best new leadership book is When Everyone Leads. In the meantime, add this book to your must-read list.”

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Rich Gee Group

APRIL 13, 2023

In his seminal book, "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion," Dr. Robert Cialdini examines these mental shortcuts and identifies six universal principles that influence our decision-making process. I frequently recommend this book to my clients — it packs a powerful punch to improve persuasion skills.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2022

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January 2022. In this book, he shares the four research-based “smart choices” the best leaders make to scale their influence and results. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month. If we play the villain, we will not create genuine bonds.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Books like Helping People Change and The Power of Bad , have the power to change forever how we work with others and address the things that hold us back. Using their practices as examples, Sanborn shows how they’ve harnessed the three imperatives and how it’s possible to improve your own business by adopting their practices.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in October 2019. Above all, this is a book that will help you navigate your own life's voyage: the voyage of leadership of course, but more important, the voyage of character. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases. The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

He says, “ You stay teachable most by reading books , by reading what other people went through.”. If you haven’t read hundreds of books, you are functionally illiterate, and you will be incompetent because your personal experiences alone aren’t broad enough to sustain you. I collected several thousand books for my personal library.

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Career Advancement

JUNE 10, 2019

If, like Joyce, you’re wondering how to book the right motivational speaker, you’re not alone. Locating and booking a speaker can be overwhelming. Do you wish to increase productivity among your employees or to nurture leadership in your management team, for example? Looking to book a speaker for your next event?

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Instead, the causes are varied and deeply ingrained, as outlined in a new French-language book. Quebec’s Olo Foundation prenatal nutrition program is cited as an example. They suggest many other recommendations in their book, particularly with respect to post-secondary education.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 22, 2024

30:17 – 37:56: The Power of Deliberate Practice and Accountability The significance of deliberate practice in personal development, David draws examples from various fields to illustrate its importance in skill acquisition and mastery. Author of 15 books, over 160 articles for practitioners and 60 Darden Cases.

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Great Results Team Building

MAY 7, 2019

And if you want to ensure that your people are AWARE of what it means to be a Winning Teammate, consider sharing the book with your team! The post 5 Examples of Important SOFT Skills that Ignite Workplace Performance appeared first on Great Results Teambuilding.

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Joseph Lalonde

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

There is no shortage of leadership books available to read but Brian Dodd’s Timeless: 10 Enduring Practices Of Apex Leaders stands out. Apex Leaders Lead By Example. After applying a biblical perspective coupled with modern-day examples to each practice, Timeless: 10 Enduring Practices Of Apex Leaders was born.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 9, 2023

Stumped for what business books to add to your summer reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This time each year, I select from all the leadership books I read during the year my pick for the best new leadership book of the year. It was a tough choice, so for 2022, I'm picking two books: Both books are timely, highly relevant, full of great teachings and well worth reading for leaders at any stage of their careers.

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Coaching Tip

OCTOBER 14, 2018

Writing a book is a journey throughout our careers, where we have encountered situations and had experiences that have now been incorporated into the "The Manager's Answer Book". Source: The Manager's Answer Book: Powerful Tools to Build Trust and Teams, Maximize Your Impact and Influence, and Respond to Challenges .

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HR Digest

AUGUST 12, 2023

If you’re an HR professional looking to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, or stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the field, reading the best HR books is an excellent way to achieve your goals. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned HR manager, these books are must-reads that will empower you to excel in your role.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

There are many human resources books , but they often focus on specific industries or companies. This article will look at some of the best HR books for professionals. These include diversity and inclusion books that offer a comprehensive overview of the entire HRM field. Book Recommendations: What It Means For HR Professionals.

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Awhile back, I posted highlights and key takeaways from the book, All Are Welcome – HowTo Build A Real Workplace Culture Of Inclusion That Delivers Results , by Cynthia Owyoung. Upon recently browsing the book again, these additional takeaways came to light: DEIB : Diversity in the workplace focuses on representation.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2017

Grants example is instructive for us today. Related Interest: Best Leadership Books of 2016. Best Leadership Books of 2015. Best Leadership Books of 2014.

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Modern Servant Leader

OCTOBER 11, 2012

Here are 2 examples of social media from history, going all the way back to prehistoric man. Book of the Dead – an early “Retweet” Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs. Ancient Egyptians customized versions of books for people at their death. Pictured here is one such example. Cave Drawings.

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Career Advancement

APRIL 3, 2017

“If we encounter a man of rare intellect, we should ask him what books he reads.”~Ralph If you want to help yourself become a better leader, books are an excellent resource. Damion’s created a list of leadership books that had the greatest impact on his career success. ”~Ralph Waldo Emerson~.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

In Peter Block ’s book, The Empowered Manager (Second Edition) , he shares that the following values and statements can shape a vision of greatness for your employees and company. Thank you to the book's publisher for sending me a copy of the book. Each starts with, “We want:” Consistency between our plans and actions.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

The most valuable part of the book for me was the first chapter on transforming how you use your mind. Jacobs provides an instructive example from his family life: When we put our kids to bed at night, we’d ask them the same question many parents do: How was your day? I don’t take it for granted that I’m going to be successful.

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HR Digest

APRIL 11, 2020

We bring to you books which every professional and career-minded woman should read once in their lifetime. These books offer valuable insight into ways to accomplish professional dreams: The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman. This book is a great read for a person starting in their career. Bossypants by Tina Fey.

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Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 23, 2015

#99 Read a Book Together Quarterly. Periodically select a business book for your direct reports or team members to read together. Consider reading one book every quarter. Meet to identify ideas from the book that you can implement. The post Read a Book With Your Team Quarterly appeared first on Michael Lee Stallard.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 3, 2013

My new book releases Tuesday, December 10th. At the bottom of this post , I tell you how to get an advance copy of half the book, a 50% discount off the full book when it releases next week and a copy of Mark Sanborn’s Doing Leadership eBook - all FREE. About the Book. Who this Book is For. Current Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 15, 2024

For example, you might say, “I notice that you’re standing up and yelling. A note on GOATs: Goats are our “Greatest of All Time” Powerful Phrases in our new book: Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict (the book has over 300 phrases, the GOATs are the top twelve). What’s going on for you right now?”

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2016

Superbosses can be fierce or gentle, belligerent or self-depreciating, but whatever their style, they do a much better job inspiring and teaching because they get in their trenches with protégés, leading by example and giving them personalized attention they require to move up quickly. Blog Post ). Kouzes and Barry Z. Blog Post ).

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

With real-world AI examples to spark your own ideas, you’ll learn how to identify high-impact AI opportunities, prepare for AI transitions, and measure your AI performance. In the book, you define it but help our listeners. Get the Book. What Leaders Need to Know About AI. And why mistakes should be expected.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

For example, you might say something like: “There will be times when you or someone else in the company has a personal or performance issue that is confidential. For example: “I understand it can feel frustrating when someone isn’t here and it’s natural to want more information. You can address this concern and curiosity directly.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 26, 2024

He mentions the book “ Powerful Phrases for Dealing With Workplace Conflict ” as a resource for over 300 phrases to defuse these situations. He mentions the book “ Powerful Phrases for Dealing With Workplace Conflict ” as a resource for over 300 phrases to defuse these situations.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

You can become an empathic leader whether you’re a new manager, a C-suite executive, or you’re simply leading by example in any job even if you don’t manage anyone. When an empathic leader, for example, sees a team member faltering, they don’t crank up the pressure to perform or use criticism to motivate.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 26, 2015

#95 Create a Book to Celebrate Your Workplace Culture. Create a book of employees’ stories or articles about living out the core values of your organization. Two excellent examples are Zappos’ Culture Book and Smile Guide: Employee Perspectives on Culture, Loyalty and Profit, which is about The Beryl Companies.

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Joseph Lalonde

OCTOBER 31, 2016

I love consuming the content of books. Men and women have poured their blood, sweat, and tears into crafting a book worth reading. Or new worlds are available to us when we crack open a book. Once I asked the question, the book recommendations poured in. In total, 33 books were recommended at the time I wrote this.

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Kevin Eikenberry

APRIL 15, 2012

As a business owner (and therefore a marketer), this book provides valuable lessons for me about how and why people buy – and as this book shows using great examples, stories and research, it isn’t always for the reasons [.]. Over the past few weeks, I have read Habit: The 95% of Behavior Marketers Ignore by Neale Martin.

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RapidStart Leadership

JULY 25, 2017

A book I just read provides a great framework to figure out when you need to change, and what strategic direction to head. But more importantly, it also provides several effective tools to help us drive change when the time comes, and that’s what made this book a winner for me. Here are two of my favorite examples.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 2, 2020

We bring you a list of books that women entrepreneurs must read to find the right balance between leadership and ownership of self. The books draw on self experiences, tackle stereotypes, fly in the face of patriarchy, give sensitive and empathetic advice, and an ability to see the lighter side of their struggles. by Ryan Holiday.

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