Bounce: Mozart, Federer, Picasso, Beckham, and the Science of Success by Matthew Syed is a captivating exploration of the science of success, particularly focusing on the role of talent, practice, and resilience in achieving greatness. Syed, a former British table tennis champion and sports journalist, draws from a wide range of fields, including sports, music, and art, to challenge the common belief that success is primarily attributed to innate talent.
"The Service Culture Handbook: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Employees Obsessed with Customer Service" by Jeff Toister is a practical guide for creating a customer-focused culture within an organisation. The book offers a range of tools and techniques for improving communication, setting service expectations, and building a team of customer service champions.
"High-Profit Prospecting: Powerful Strategies to Find the Best Leads and Drive Breakthrough Sales Results" by Mark Hunter is a compelling guide that delves into the art and science of prospecting to enhance sales performance and drive profitability. Published in 2016, Hunter, known as "The Sales Hunter," leverages his extensive experience in sales to provide actionable insights and strategies for sales professionals seeking to optimise their prospecting efforts.
Ben Lamorte's "OKR Objectives and Key Results: Driving Focus, Alignment, and Engagement with OKRs" is a comprehensive exploration into the world of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), offering readers a roadmap to harnessing the power of this goal-setting framework for organisational success. Lamorte's work stands out as a valuable guide for both beginners and seasoned practitioners seeking to understand, implement, and optimise OKRs in their respective domains.
Own Your Greatness: Overcome Impostor Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life by Lisa Orbé-Austin and Richard Orbé-Austin is a transformative book that provides insights, strategies, and practical tools to help individuals overcome imposter syndrome and unleash their full potential. Drawing from their expertise as psychologists and executive coaches, the authors offer a comprehensive approach to address the psychological barriers that hold people back from embracing their greatness.
Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High, written by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler, is a powerful guide to improving communication in high-stakes situations. The book provides practical strategies to navigate sensitive discussions where emotions run high, opinions vary, and the outcomes are significant. It aims to help individuals handle challenging conversations with confidence, ensuring that relationships are strengthened, and positive outcomes are achieved.