"Spin Selling" is a sales methodology developed by Neil Rackham in the 1980s. The methodology is based on extensive research into what distinguishes successful salespeople from less successful ones. Rackham and his team analysed over 35,000 sales calls across a wide range of industries and found that the most successful salespeople tended to ask more questions than their less successful counterparts.
"Everyone Included" by Helen May is a compelling exploration of the importance of inclusive education and its transformative power in shaping more equitable societies. May, drawing from her extensive background in education and inclusive practices, provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, challenges, and benefits of inclusive education.
Conversational Capacity: The Secret to Building Successful Teams That Perform When the Pressure Is On by Craig Weber is a thought-provoking book that explores the critical role of effective communication in high-pressure situations within organisations. Craig Weber argues that building conversational capacity—the ability to engage in open, balanced, and constructive conversations, especially in challenging circumstances—is essential for achieving team success, problem-solving, and maintaining high performance.
"Excel Formulas & Functions For Dummies" is a comprehensive guide designed to help readers unlock the full potential of Microsoft Excel's formula and function capabilities. Authored by Ken Bluttman and Peter G. Aitken, this book caters to users of all levels, from beginners to experienced Excel enthusiasts, providing clear explanations, practical examples, and useful tips for mastering Excel formulas and functions
Mindset: Changing the Way You Think to Fulfil Your Potential by Carol Dweck is a transformative book that explores the power of mindset in shaping our abilities, achievements, and personal growth. Dweck introduces the concept of a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset and demonstrates how adopting a growth mindset can lead to greater fulfilment and success in various areas of life.
To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink is a book that challenges the notion that sales is the domain of a select group of individuals with a specific set of skills. In fact, Pink argues that we are all in sales, as we spend a significant amount of our time trying to move others to our way of thinking, whether we are convincing our boss to give us a raise or persuading our children to clean their room.