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Zero to One: Notes on Startups or How to Build the Future

"Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future" is a book by entrepreneur and investor Peter Thiel, in which he outlines his perspective on what it takes to create a successful startup. Thiel argues that the most valuable businesses are those that create something truly new - going from "zero to one" - rather than simply improving on what already exists. 

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5 minutes

Perfect Phrases for Performance Reviews: Hundreds of Ready-to-Use Phrases That Describe Your Employees' Performance

"Perfect Phrases for Performance Reviews: Hundreds of Ready-to-Use Phrases That Describe Your Employees' Performance" by Douglas Max and Robert Bacal is a valuable resource designed to assist managers in conducting effective and constructive performance reviews. This book is a practical guide filled with ready-to-use phrases to help managers articulate feedback, both positive and constructive, during the performance review process.

Mentoring 101: What Every Leader Needs to Know

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.

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4 minutes

Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win

Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin is a transformative book that draws on the authors' experiences as Navy SEAL officers to provide powerful lessons on leadership. Through captivating anecdotes and practical insights, Willink and Babin outline the principles of extreme ownership and demonstrate how they can be applied in any leadership role.

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5 minutes

Primal Leadership: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Intelligence

Primal Leadership: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, and Annie McKee explores the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in effective leadership. Drawing on extensive research and practical insights, the authors demonstrate how emotional intelligence influences leaders' ability to inspire, motivate, and create positive work environments.

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5 minutes

The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything

"The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything" by Stephen M.R. Covey is a transformative book that explores the profound impact trust has on personal and organisational success. Drawing from the principles of his father's renowned work, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," Covey delves into the concept of trust and provides a comprehensive framework for understanding, building, and repairing it.

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4 minutes