Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson is a book about understanding different communication and behavioural styles, and how to communicate effectively with people who have different styles than your own. Erikson presents his ideas using the DISC model, which categorizes people into four different communication styles: Dominant, Influencing, Steady, and Conscientious.
The Promise of Sleep is a book by William C. Dement, a leading expert in sleep medicine, that explores the vital connection between health, happiness, and a good night's sleep. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the history of sleep research to the latest advances in sleep medicine and offers practical tips for improving sleep habits.
Paul McFedries' "Excel Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts: Your visual blueprint for creating dynamic spreadsheets" is a practical and visually oriented guide designed to help users harness the powerful features of Excel pivot tables and pivot charts. This book is part of the "Your visual blueprint" series, known for its step-by-step visual format that makes complex concepts accessible and easy to understand.
Beliefs: Pathways to Health and Well-Being by Robert Dilts is a comprehensive exploration of the power of beliefs in shaping our experiences and influencing our behaviours. Dilts, a renowned expert in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), provides readers with valuable insights, techniques, and strategies to examine and transform their belief systems, ultimately leading to enhanced health and well-being.
"Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" by Robert Cialdini is a classic book on the science of influence and persuasion. Cialdini draws on years of research in psychology, sociology, and communication to outline six key principles of persuasion that can be used to influence others in a variety of settings.
The Innovator's Mindset: Empower Learning, Unleash Talent, and Lead a Culture of Creativity by George Couros is a dynamic and insightful book that focuses on fostering a mindset of innovation in education, leadership, and personal growth. George Couros, an educator and thought leader, provides a compelling argument for cultivating an innovator's mindset and offers practical strategies for achieving this transformation.