Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in May 2023 curated just for you. This book helps managers understand the postmodern worldview held by generation Z and younger millennials, how it influences their behaviour at work, and how they want to be led in the workplace.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2021. Whether it's the death of a friend, loss of a job, a bad break-up, or the isolation of Covid-19, those who manage to be where their feet are will grow, stretch and emerge stronger, smarter, and more prepared as we find peace and gratitude in the pause.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2021. Persuade : The 4-Step Process to Influence People and Decisions by Andres Lares and Jeff Cochran with Shaun Digan. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases not listed here.

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Great Results Team Building

JULY 19, 2023

And the most Effective Leaders follow a repeatable, step-by-step process for clarifying and solving the right problem, emphasizing the importance of writing down and agreeing on the problem, acknowledging distracting assumptions, listing possible causes through diverse perspectives, and gaining support for implementing the solution.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

A good book helps us to do just that. Here are ten books to help you get back into the world of work and make plans for an improved future: How Trust Works : The Science of How Relationships Are Built, Broken, and Repaired by Peter H. Same as Ever reverses the process, inviting us to identify the many things that never, ever change.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in April 2020. Many leaders see their roles as presiders/managers, with a primary focus on keeping results consistent with past performance and on budget. Rather, it's the apex of a certain thought process—a way to imagine the unimaginable and solve the unsolvable.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in February 2021. We surround ourselves with people who agree with our conclusions, when we should be gravitating toward those who challenge our thought process. Yet these “Power Moms” still struggle with balancing their management responsibilities with raising children.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 24, 2018

If I had received a thousand dollars from every change manager I have worked with over the past forty years who thought business would carry on as usual while a significant change was implemented, and was wrong, I would be a very wealthy man. Know that this will happen, and be prepared to manage it. There is no ‘business as usual’.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in December 2020. And how will this change the way we love, manage and learn from others? Don't miss out on other great new and future releases not listed here. The New Long Life : A Framework for Flourishing in a Changing World by Andrew J. Scott and Lynda Gratton.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 11, 2023

Can you relate to the phrase, overwhelmed working manager? Recently we received a question from a manager and this manager writes, “I am a working manager. Not that all managers aren’t working, but I have an enormous pile of my work besides having to lead my team.

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Leading Blog

JULY 6, 2021

Caught in the middle of all this were managers, the face of the organization to their teams. Over the past 15 months, managers spent a considerable amount of effort mediating and negotiating on behalf of their teams to their business and from their business to their teams. Virtual Presentation Skills.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in May 2021. In this empathetic and wise guide, executive coaches and gurus of gratitude Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton explore the causes of workplace stress and anxiety and the management practices that have proven successful in reducing tension and cultivating calm.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in May 2020. Perfectly Confident is the first book to bring together the best psychological and economic studies to explain exactly what confidence is, when it can be helpful, and when it can be destructive in our lives. Rigby, Sarah Elk, and Steven H.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January 2020. Teaching by Heart summarizes the author's key insights gained from more than forty years of teaching and managing. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases. Teaching by Heart : One Professor's Journey to Inspire by Thomas J.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in December 2019. The Innovator's Book : Rules for Rebels, Mavericks and Innovators (Concise Advice) by Dr Max Mckeown. Their management system, and it can do the same for you no matter what business you are in or what level.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2019

L EADERSHIP development is a lifelong process. 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. Often, as a leader, manager, doctor, teacher, or coach, it's central to your job. Blog Post ). Blog Post ). Blog Post ).

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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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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 25, 2023

“When employees struggle to process difficult news, they look to their leaders to respond in some way— both from the top of their organizations as well as from their own manager. Leaders and managers have to demonstrate that they care about the emotional well-being of all those impacted by the crisis,” he adds.

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Joseph Lalonde

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

A significant area of responsibility you’ll find yourself taking on board when running a business is managing its finances. Manage Your Books. It is an ongoing process that involves recording and classifying all the financial transactions in your business. Operate to a Budget. This is where an accountant comes into play.

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HR Digest

APRIL 11, 2024

From talent acquisition hacks to building a kickass company culture, these books will get you fired up to tackle the ever-evolving world of work. This list unveils the best HR books of 2024, packed with insights to help you navigate the hybrid model, understand the changing employee landscape, and future-proof your HR strategies.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 19, 2024

In recent years, salon owners have embraced the power of technology, moving beyond the traditional pen-and-paper appointment booking and inventory tracking systems. The Benefits of Salon Management Software Integrating management software in a salon environment brings a landslide of operational benefits.

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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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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 26, 2021

Pictured above are two books to add to your list for reading this month. In her book, author Esther K. Embrace continuous processes. Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. Focus on the outcomes. Create collaboration.

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QAspire

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I love working with authors to co-create meaning and serve great ideas visually in form of book/chapter sketchnote summaries. 2021 brought along the opportunity to work with Krish Shankar, Group Head of HR at Infosys to create chapter summaries in his book “ CATALYSE: Power-Up Your People Ecosystem ” that was recently released.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

M INTZBERG’S 20th book, Bedtime Stories for Managers , is a thought-provoking page-turner. (In The theme running through most is that managers/leaders need to get out from behind their desks and see the world from the perspective of their employees and customers. Management is not eating the eggs. Scrambled Eggs.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 15, 2019

Managing this tension is the key to success in growing and stable organizations—regardless of industry, size, years in business, or profit motive. Here are my five insights on how to manage chaordic tension: 1. This instrument measures one’s preferences for engaging the innovation process. This is where it gets interesting.

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QAspire

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I love working with authors to co-create meaning and serve great ideas visually in form of book/chapter sketchnote summaries. The book was very timely given that we are facing disruptions in the talent ecosystem and businesses are challenged to attract, retain and grow the best talent in a hyper-competitive landscape.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

This force is called creative destruction, which is the process where innovation and technology advancements are reshaping industries and business models. These transformations typically involve a profound change in how a business operates, encompassing people, process, and technology.

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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

Human Resource Management (HRM) is a broad term that encompasses human resources management, employee relations , compensation, benefits, training, performance evaluation, recruitment, selection, and other related activities. There are many human resources books , but they often focus on specific industries or companies.

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Eric Jacobson

JUNE 8, 2020

Pictured above are two books to add to your list for reading this month. In her book, author Esther K. Embrace continuous processes. Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. Focus on the outcomes. Create collaboration.

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Leadership Freak

MARCH 15, 2012

Organizations without processes never thrive. Effective and efficient processes create platforms that enable, enhance, and evaluate both individual and organizational performance. What’s your systematic process for achieving breakthroughs, living transparently, and solving problems, for example? Prevent distractions.

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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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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 9, 2019

Guest post from James Hlavacek: To improve innovation and growth, knowledge workers must be led, not managed. Request suggestions for how to improve processes, what customers are saying, and where communication breakdowns occur. has over 40 years of global experience as a businessman, strategy consultant, and management educator.

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Next Level Blog

JUNE 24, 2020

This week, I want to start with three basic physical routines that are essential to stress management – eating, moving and sleeping. Keep it real – As much as you can, avoid food that comes out of a box or a bag as it’s generally been processed to the point where much of the nutritional value is removed. Don’t like to shop or cook?

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

I am struggling with how to take our established Succession Process to the next level. We have been using the 9 box and Likely 5 process for a number of years, and I am trying to figure out what is next and how to freshen up the process. There was also a room full of talent management practitioners, so it was a lively dialog.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 5, 2024

Ralph is co-founder of the TKI Assessment and author of several game-changing books, including Mastering the Thomas Kilmann Conflict Instrument and Creating a Quantum Organization. Conflict as an Inevitable Aspect of Leadership (10:24) Kilmann’s perspective on conflict as an inevitable, natural process. Kilmann, Ph.D.,

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