In "Data and Goliath: The Hidden Battles to Collect Your Data and Control Your World," author Bruce Schneier explores the ways in which governments and corporations are collecting and using data, and provides practical advice on how individuals can protect their privacy and security online.
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.
"The Leadership Pipeline: How to Build the Leadership-Powered Company", co-authored by Ram Charan, Stephen Drotter, and James Noel, was originally published in 2001. This seminal work offers a comprehensive and insightful framework for developing and managing leadership talent within organisations. It provides a structured approach to identifying, nurturing, and promoting leaders at different levels, from front-line managers to top executives.
"Fanatical Prospecting: The Ultimate Guide to Opening Sales Conversations and Filling the Pipeline by Leveraging Social Selling, Telephone, Email, Text, and Cold Calling" by Jeb Blount is a comprehensive and actionable guide that addresses the critical aspect of prospecting in the sales process. Blount, a renowned sales expert, shares insights and strategies to help sales professionals fill their pipelines with high-quality leads and consistently open valuable sales conversations.
When Cultures Collide: Leading Across Cultures by Richard Lewis is an insightful and comprehensive book that delves into the complexities of cross-cultural communication and leadership. Drawing upon his extensive experience as a linguist and international business consultant, Lewis provides a framework to understand cultural differences and offers practical strategies for effective leadership in diverse cultural contexts.
Mentoring 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know by John C. Maxwell is a practical guide that explores the art and science of mentoring. John Maxwell, a renowned leadership expert and author, draws from his extensive experience to provide valuable insights and actionable strategies for effective mentoring.