Send: Why People Email So Badly and How to Do It Better by David Shipley and Will Schwalbe is a thought-provoking book that explores the common pitfalls and challenges of email communication. The authors shed light on why people often struggle to effectively convey their messages through email and provide practical advice on how to improve this essential form of communication.
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.
"Winning with People: Discover the People Principles That Work for You Every Time" by John C. Maxwell is a profound exploration of interpersonal relationships and the principles that underpin successful interactions with others. Maxwell, a renowned leadership expert, distils decades of experience and wisdom into practical advice that helps readers build stronger connections, communicate effectively, and influence others positively.
"High-Profit Prospecting: Powerful Strategies to Find the Best Leads and Drive Breakthrough Sales Results" by Mark Hunter is a compelling guide that delves into the art and science of prospecting to enhance sales performance and drive profitability. Published in 2016, Hunter, known as "The Sales Hunter," leverages his extensive experience in sales to provide actionable insights and strategies for sales professionals seeking to optimise their prospecting efforts.
Nathaniel Branden’s The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem is a foundational book on understanding, developing, and maintaining self-esteem. Branden, a psychotherapist and pioneer in the study of self-esteem, defines it as "the reputation we acquire with ourselves." He argues that self-esteem is essential for psychological well-being, success, and fulfilment. The book outlines six fundamental pillars that support healthy self-esteem and provides practical exercises to help integrate them into daily life.
"The Adult Safeguarding Practice Handbook" by Kate Spreadbury serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals working in the field of adult safeguarding. The book provides practical advice, tools, and resources to support effective safeguarding practices and protect vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect.