"Data Analysis in Microsoft Excel: Deliver Awesome Analytics" authored by Alex Holloway is a comprehensive guide aimed at empowering users to perform effective data analysis using Microsoft Excel. Holloway's book is structured to cater to users of all skill levels, providing a systematic approach to mastering Excel's data analysis capabilities and delivering impactful insights.
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.
“Managing for Stakeholders: Survival, Reputation, and Success" by R. Edward Freeman, Jeffrey S. Harrison, and Andrew C. Wicks is a comprehensive examination of stakeholder theory and its application in modern business. The book argues that organisations should prioritise the interests of all stakeholders—not just shareholders—to achieve long-term success and sustainability. This approach, known as stakeholder management, involves identifying, understanding, and balancing the needs and concerns of various groups that are affected by or can affect the organisation.
"5 Star Service: How to Deliver Exceptional Customer Service" by Michael Heppell is a comprehensive guide that explores the principles and strategies behind providing outstanding customer service. Heppell's book goes beyond the basics, aiming to empower individuals and organisations to elevate their customer service practices to a level that not only meets but exceeds customer expectations.
The Assertiveness Workbook: How to Express Your Ideas and Stand Up for Yourself at Work and in Relationships by Randy J. Paterson is a practical and comprehensive guide designed to help individuals develop assertiveness skills in various aspects of their lives. With a focus on both work and personal relationships, this workbook offers valuable insights, exercises, and strategies to empower readers to communicate their needs effectively while maintaining healthy boundaries.
Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions by Dan Ariely is a captivating exploration of the irrational behaviours that influence our decision-making processes. Drawing on numerous experiments and research studies, Ariely reveals the hidden factors that drive our choices and challenges the assumption of human rationality in economic decision-making.