Employee Engagement 2.0: How to Motivate Your Team for High Performance by Kevin Kruse is a comprehensive guide that offers practical strategies for leaders to drive employee engagement and foster a high-performance work culture. Kruse draws from extensive research and interviews with top leaders to provide actionable insights on how to create an environment that motivates employees and maximises their potential.
John P. Kotter's book "Leading Change" is a seminal work in the field of change management, offering a comprehensive framework and invaluable insights for leaders tasked with guiding their organisations through significant transformations. Published in 1996 and expanded upon in later editions, this book remains a foundational resource for leaders seeking to understand the challenges of change and implement effective strategies to lead successful transformations.
"Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln: 21 Powerful Secrets of History's Greatest Speakers" by James C. Humes is a book that offers practical tips and advice on public speaking. The book draws inspiration from some of history's most famous and effective speakers, such as Winston Churchill and Abraham Lincoln. Humes identifies 21 key strategies for delivering powerful and memorable speeches and presentations.
"The Straightforward Guide to Adult Safeguarding" by Deborah Barnett is a comprehensive resource designed to provide clear and practical guidance for professionals working in the field of adult safeguarding. Barnett offers an accessible overview of the key concepts, principles, and practices involved in safeguarding vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect.
The Five Voices: How to Communicate Effectively with Everyone You Lead by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram is a dynamic book that provides a unique framework for understanding and improving communication within leadership teams and organisations. Based on the concept of five distinct leadership voices, this book helps leaders identify their own communication styles and those of their team members, ultimately fostering better collaboration, decision-making, and organisational success.
Manage Up!: The Ultimate Guide to Managing Your Manager by Jacqueline Ross is a comprehensive guide that provides practical strategies for successfully managing the relationship with your manager and maximising your professional growth. Drawing on her extensive experience in leadership development and coaching, Ross offers valuable insights, tips, and techniques for building a productive and collaborative partnership with your manager.