To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink is a book that challenges the notion that sales is the domain of a select group of individuals with a specific set of skills. In fact, Pink argues that we are all in sales, as we spend a significant amount of our time trying to move others to our way of thinking, whether we are convincing our boss to give us a raise or persuading our children to clean their room.
"How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie is a classic self-help book that was first published in 1936. It remains a best-seller today because it contains timeless advice on how to improve interpersonal skills and build stronger relationships, both in personal and professional life.
Russ Harris’s The Confidence Gap: A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt is a practical book that challenges traditional ideas about confidence. Instead of waiting to feel confident before taking action, Harris argues that true confidence comes from taking action despite fear and self-doubt. Using principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the book provides psychological tools to help readers break free from anxiety, self-doubt, and avoidance behaviours.
"Remote: Office Not Required" by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson is a book that explores the benefits and challenges of remote work and provides practical guidance for building a successful remote team and culture. The authors are the founders of Basecamp, a software company that has been fully remote since its inception.
"Conversational Intelligence: How Great Leaders Build Trust & Get Extraordinary Results" by Judith E. Glaser is a pioneering book that delves into the neuroscience of conversations and their profound impact on leadership, trust-building, and achieving exceptional results. Judith Glaser, an expert in the field of conversational intelligence, provides valuable insights into how leaders can harness the power of conversations to foster trust, collaboration, and high-performance within their organisations.
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.