Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2013

Here''s a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in May. All titles are at least 40% off the list price and are available only in limited quantities. * * * “You cannot open a book without learning something.” — Confucius. Ten Virtues of Outstanding Leaders : Leadership and Character by Al Gini and Ronald M.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2013

Here''s a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June. How to Change Minds : The Art of Influence without Manipulation by Rob Jolles. Icons and Idiots : Straight Talk on Leadership by Bob Lutz. The Great Degeneration : How Institutions Decay and Economies Die by Niall Ferguson.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2013

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in March. Fear Your Strengths : What You Are Best at Could Be Your Biggest Problem by Robert E. Kaplan and Robert B. Reinventing You: Define Your Brand, Imagine Your Future by Dorie Clark.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2013

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in March. Fred 2.0 : New Ideas on How to Keep Delivering Extraordinary Results by Mark Sanborn. Leadership and the Art of Struggle : How Great Leaders Grow Through Challenge and Adversity by Steven Snyder.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2013

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January. Infectious : How to Connect Deeply and Unleash the Energetic Leader Within by Achim Nowak. Real Influence : Persuade Without Pushing and Gain Without Giving In by Mark Goulston and John Ullmen. Admired : 21 Ways to Double Your Value by Mark C. Thompson and Bonita S.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in February. Leadership Conversations : Challenging High Potential Managers to Become Great Leaders by Alan S. Berson and Richard G. Playing to Win : How Strategy Really Works by A.G. Lafley and Roger L.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2013

Here are a selection of tweets from October 2013 that you might have missed: 20 Tools for Coaching and Teaching by @edbatista. 7 Unconventional Reasons Why You Absolutely Should Be Reading Books. Respond vs React by Jon Mertz @ThinDifference. The Language Of Leadership by @lollydaskal. From George Shultz : "Issues on My Mind".

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Leading Blog

APRIL 30, 2013

Here are a selection of tweets from April 2013 that you might have missed: Ariens CEO outlines Seven Skills of a Lean Leader. KristaKotrla: Intriguing list! >> 6 Non-Business Books That Will Make You Smarter by @jeff_haden. How Do You Show Up As A Leader In Your Organization? by @TanveerNaseer. Do you know how to avoid it?

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First Friday Book Synopsis

DECEMBER 9, 2013

We are beginning to see lists of the best books, and separate lists for the best business books, of 2013. I am including, at the end of this post, the complete list of business books I selected this year for my synopses at the First Friday […]. Let me enter this discussion. My list is short.

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CO2

JULY 21, 2013

Minneapolis Book Events: A Business Book Bonanza of Minnesota Based Authors. This month, Minneapolis Book Events will be featuring 5 local authors, each sharing short snippets of their books and allowing time for book signings (and buying). by Gary Cohen. Up next: Wednesday, July 24, 4:30 – 6pm.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 26, 2012

Coming in 2013. Coming in 2013. Here’s a quick look at a few of the initiatives underway for 2013: New Posts on Mondays. I hope to post several guest posts in 2013 from some incredible leaders and writers. All the best for 2013! jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Thoughts for the Everyday Leader.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

DECEMBER 14, 2013

If you like books, I think you will want to browse through this article on the Bloomberg site: Buffett, Slim, Greenspan, Tyson Pick Best Books of 2013 by Simon Kennedy. They asked a bunch of folks – you know, “influencers” – to name their favoirite books of 2013. Here are the opening paragraphs of the […].

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First Friday Book Synopsis

MAY 20, 2013

Here’s the New York Times Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers for May, 2013. In Dallas, Karl Krayer and I have presented our synopses of business books every month (two each month) since April, 1998. Randy''s blog entries'

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 7, 2013

Welcome to The January 2013 Leadership Development Carnival: Best of 2012 Edition! I chose this post not just because it elicited strong interest from readers in many countries, but because it may help foster personal reflection and inquiry at the start of 2013. The book is not closed o n Malala. Neal Burgis , Ph.D.

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QAspire

JANUARY 15, 2014

Looking back at 2013 fills me with gratitude. I did a lot of writing here and elsewhere, participated in some enlightening conversations with folks in-person and virtually, signed a new book deal (details soon), contributed photograph clicked by me on a book cover and did speaking at various respected forums. 60 Pointers.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Here, in no particular order, are my top (favorite) books for leaders that were published in 2013. Best Leadership Books Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Leadership Books Management' Each provides timely, practical and valuable tips, techniques and tools for how to become a more effective leader.

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 24, 2014

A few months ago, I shared my list of my favorite leadership and business books published in 2013. AMA Business Boot Camp The way of the SEAL Becoming a Better Boss Leadership Conversations And, my favorite 2012 in case you haven''t read this book: Lead with a Story. Ethical Leadership Unlimited Sales Success Manager 3.0

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Coaching Tip

DECEMBER 21, 2013

Source: Bloomberg BusinessWeek, December 19, 2013. It’s hard to believe that at the end of 2013 we still see more than a few all-male corporate boards and leadership teams.” Catalyst Take on Women Leaders in 2013. Catalyst’s research and insights reveal a strong business and financial case for advancing women to leadership.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

FEBRUARY 9, 2013

Here’s the February, 2013 Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers list from The New York Times. I regularly mention that I prefer this list of best sellers over others because it is a “once-a-month” list, thus a little more “reliable” in focusing on books that have lasting appeal. And, as I always remind you, and as [.].

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First Friday Book Synopsis

JANUARY 18, 2013

The New York Times has come out with its first Best Sellers List for 2013 for Hardcover Business Books. At the top of the list is Tap Dancing to Work, “A collection of updated Fortune magazine articles on Warren Buffett, published between 1966 and 2012.” A few “long-timers” are on the list: The Power of [.].

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 6, 2015

In a few months I'll post my top (favorite) books for leaders that were published in this year. In the meantime, here again is my list of my eight favorites from the year 2013. In no particular order, these are my picks -- each provides timely, practical and valuable tips, techniques and tools for how to become a more effective leader.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

JULY 6, 2013

Here is the New York Times list of Best Sellers for Hardcover Business Books for July, 2013. I presented my synopsis of this book at the April, 2013 First Friday Book Synopsis. (You You can purchase my synopsis of this book, and many others, at our companion web […]. Randy''s blog entries'

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APRIL 13, 2013

Here’s the March, 2013 New York Times Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers list. The Tim Ferris book, The 4-Hour Workweek, is back on. This book came out in December, 2009, so it has “endured.” Somehow, this slipped past me, so I am late in posting it. Sorry about that. A couple of observations. In addition, Steve [.].

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First Friday Book Synopsis

APRIL 21, 2013

Here’s the April, 2013 New York Times Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers List. At the First Friday Book Synopsis, our monthly gathering in Dallas, we present synopses of two business books a month. As expected, Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg made its debut at #1. After May, we will have presented #s 1, 6, 9, [.].

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First Friday Book Synopsis

JUNE 3, 2013

Here’s the June, 2013 list of Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers from the New York Times. Here in Dallas, I know of 2 “Lean In” groups meeting, and I presented my synopsis of this book last week to a gathering of 80 […]. A few observations. First, notice that Lean In is still at number one. Randy''s blog entries'

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Joseph Lalonde

JANUARY 6, 2014

There’s been must-read fiction books that I’ve devoured. And business books that have given me new insights. With the new year just kicking into gear, I thought it would be a perfect time to share my list of books you should add to your reading list this year. So many books only skim the surface.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

AUGUST 3, 2013

– Here’s the August, 2013 New York Times Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers List. Lean In is still at #1 – Again! But first, let’s talk about such lists. As I have written often, I am more of a fan of this list than any other. A “month” check in sales is more reliable than […]. Randy''s blog entries'

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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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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2016

Posner have written a new book that examines a fundamental question: How do people learn leadership? The book offers a concrete framework to help individuals of all levels, functions, and backgrounds take charge of their own leadership development and become the best leaders they can be. Related Interest: Best Leadership Books of 2015.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Here is the September, 2013 New York Times Hardcover Business Books Best Sellers List – Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg is still at #1. It may be time to call Lean In something close to a once-in-a-decade (once in a lifetime?) Lean In continues to stand at the #1 spot. I remember no other […]. Randy''s blog entries'

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2015

From Everybody Matters which helps us to look at those we lead as family to Becoming Steve Jobs that looks at the development of a leader as a life-long process, the following books help us to do just that. Leadership BS is an important book because it is a dose of reality. Related Interest: Best Leadership Books of 2014.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 22, 2020

In the years since The Secret originally appeared on bookstore shelves, over 500 thousand copies have been sold to leaders and learners around the world, and several additional books have been published in this leadership series, including The Secret of Teams (2011), Great Leaders GROW (2012), and The Heart of Leadership (2013).

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First Friday Book Synopsis

DECEMBER 1, 2013

The New York Times recently published its list of 100 Notable Books for 2013 — The year’s notable fiction, poetry and nonfiction, selected by the editors of The New York Times Book Review. I always love to see this list. I also hate to see this list. I love it because it points me to […]. Randy''s blog entries'

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First Friday Book Synopsis

MARCH 10, 2013

{On April 5, 2013, we will celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the First Friday Book Synopsis, and begin our 16th year. During March, I will post a blog post per day remembering key insights from some of the books I have presented over the 15 years of the First Friday Book Synopsis. We have met [.].

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 1, 2013

Welcome to the April 1st, 2013 Leadership Development Carnival! Advice on listening from Greg Blencoe's book, The Supermanager”. I’ve never been a fan of practical jokes, so April fool’s Day is one of my least favorite days of the year. The evidence on what makes us more likely to be good citizens at work”.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

2013 Distinguished Achievement Awards Shortlists – Thinkers 50 Best Book Award Shortlist The award winner will be announced in London at their Gala, November 11, 2013. Here’s the shortlist of books. Well, the first “list” of the year has appeared. And it is a good one. Randy''s blog entries'

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First Friday Book Synopsis

MARCH 18, 2013

{On April 5, 2013, we will celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the First Friday Book Synopsis, and begin our 16th year. During March, I will post a blog post per day remembering key insights from some of the books I have presented over the 15 years of the First Friday Book Synopsis. We have met [.].

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