"Meetings Suck: Turning One of the Most Loathed Elements of Business into One of the Most Valuable" by Cameron Herold is a practical guide that offers a fresh perspective on a widespread issue in the business world: ineffective meetings. Herold, an experienced business leader and entrepreneur, provides insights and actionable advice on how to transform meetings from unproductive and frustrating events into valuable and productive interactions.
"The Trusted Advisor" by David H. Maister, Charles H. Green, and Robert M. Galford provides profound insights into trust and leadership. The book articulates how trust is not just a component of successful leadership but the very foundation upon which effective leadership is built.
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink is a groundbreaking book that challenges traditional notions of motivation and presents a compelling case for a new approach to understanding what drives individuals in their personal and professional lives. Pink draws on extensive research from psychology, economics, and neuroscience to argue that autonomy, mastery, and purpose are the key factors that truly motivate people to excel.
The "HBR Guide to Performance Management" is a comprehensive and practical guide published by the Harvard Business Review, aimed at helping organisations and individuals enhance their performance management processes.
The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey is a seminal work that revolutionized the way people approach sports, particularly tennis, by focusing on the mental and psychological aspects of performance. Despite its title, this book goes far beyond tennis, offering profound insights into mastering any skill or endeavour through the power of self-awareness and mindfulness.
"Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies" is a groundbreaking book authored by Jim Collins and Jerry I. Porras, originally published in 1994 and updated in 2004. The book is a seminal work in the realm of business literature and explores the enduring success of iconic companies. Over the course of extensive research, the authors aim to uncover the common traits and principles that have contributed to the long-term success of these visionary organisations.