The Culture Map: Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business by Erin Meyer is a thought-provoking book that explores the complexities of cross-cultural communication and provides a framework for understanding cultural differences in the business world. Drawing on extensive research and personal experiences, Meyer presents a practical guide to navigating the cultural nuances that shape our interactions and influence our success in a globalised marketplace.
"Project Stakeholder Management" by Pernille Eskerod and Anna Lund Jepsen is a comprehensive guide that focuses on the importance of stakeholder management in project success. The book provides a detailed exploration of stakeholder theory and its practical application in project management, offering strategies, tools, and techniques for identifying, analysing, and engaging stakeholders effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
The Squiggly Career by Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis is a thought-provoking and insightful guide that challenges traditional notions of career paths and encourages readers to embrace a more dynamic and flexible approach to work in our rapidly changing world. The book presents a refreshing perspective on careers, urging individuals to navigate their professional lives with agility, curiosity, and resilience.
Managing Up: How to Forge an Effective Relationship with Those Above You by Rosanne Badowski is a comprehensive guide that offers practical advice and strategies for building strong relationships with superiors. Drawing on her extensive experience as an executive assistant to former General Electric CEO Jack Welch, Badowski provides valuable insights on managing upwards and leveraging that relationship for personal and professional growth.
"Microsoft PowerPoint: The Most Updated Crash Course" by James Holler is an in-depth guide designed to help users master Microsoft PowerPoint quickly and efficiently. This book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of PowerPoint’s features, enabling readers to create engaging and professional presentations. Holler’s approach is structured to accommodate both beginners and more experienced users, making it a versatile resource for a wide audience.
"Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges" is a self-help book by social psychologist Amy Cuddy that explores the concept of "presence" and how it can help us overcome self-doubt and perform at our best in high-pressure situations. The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of developing presence.