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.
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.
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni is a powerful book that explores the common pitfalls that hinder team performance and provides insights on how leaders can address these challenges. Through a compelling leadership fable, Lencioni sheds light on the five dysfunctions and offers practical advice for building cohesive and high-performing teams.
"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.
Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by General Stanley McChrystal is a groundbreaking book that offers profound insights into leadership, organisational structure, and adaptability in the modern world. General McChrystal draws from his extensive military experience, particularly during his tenure as commander of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), to illustrate how traditional hierarchies and command structures often fall short in addressing the complex and rapidly evolving challenges of the 21st century.
Hiring for Attitude: A Revolutionary Approach to Recruiting and Selecting People with Both Tremendous Skills and Superb Attitude by Mark Murphy introduces a unique approach to hiring that goes beyond skills and focuses on assessing candidates' attitudes and cultural fit. Murphy argues that hiring individuals with the right attitude is essential for long-term success and offers practical strategies for identifying and selecting candidates with the desired attitude.