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.
Conversational Capacity: The Secret to Building Successful Teams That Perform When the Pressure Is On by Craig Weber is a thought-provoking book that explores the critical role of effective communication in high-pressure situations within organisations. Craig Weber argues that building conversational capacity—the ability to engage in open, balanced, and constructive conversations, especially in challenging circumstances—is essential for achieving team success, problem-solving, and maintaining high performance.
Delegate: Learn How to Let Go with Confidence and Get More Done by Kate Keenan is a practical guide that offers insights and strategies for effective delegation. Recognising that many individuals struggle to delegate tasks due to a fear of losing control or a lack of trust in others, Keenan provides step-by-step advice to overcome these barriers and leverage delegation as a tool for increased productivity and personal growth.
Team Genius: The New Science of High-Performing Organisations by Rich Karlgaard and Michael S. Malone is a thought-provoking exploration of the science and psychology behind high-performing teams and organisations. Drawing on extensive research, real-world examples, and engaging anecdotes, the book provides valuable insights into what makes teams truly exceptional and how leaders can foster environments that encourage innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
"The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything" by Stephen M.R. Covey is a transformative book that explores the profound impact trust has on personal and organisational success. Drawing from the principles of his father's renowned work, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," Covey delves into the concept of trust and provides a comprehensive framework for understanding, building, and repairing it.
In "Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead," Sheryl Sandberg, the COO of Facebook, offers insights and advice on how women can succeed in the workplace. The book is based on Sandberg's own experiences as a woman in a leadership position and includes research on gender and leadership in the workplace.