"What Every Body Is Saying: An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide to Speed-Reading People" by Joe Navarro is a book that explores the world of nonverbal communication. As a former FBI agent and expert in nonverbal communication, Navarro offers a unique perspective on how to read and interpret body language.
"Perfect Phrases for Performance Reviews: Hundreds of Ready-to-Use Phrases That Describe Your Employees' Performance" by Douglas Max and Robert Bacal is a valuable resource designed to assist managers in conducting effective and constructive performance reviews. This book is a practical guide filled with ready-to-use phrases to help managers articulate feedback, both positive and constructive, during the performance review process.
Meeting Architecture: A Manifesto by Maarten Vanneste is a revolutionary guide for designing meetings that are highly engaging, efficient, and productive. Vanneste introduces a comprehensive methodology known as Meeting Architecture that focuses on the design and structure of meetings rather than the content or topics discussed. The book’s main premise is that meetings, whether in business or other contexts, are often poorly structured and waste valuable time. By applying meeting design principles, Vanneste argues, meetings can be transformed into meaningful experiences that lead to effective decision-making, enhanced collaboration, and a clear focus on outcomes.
"Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose" is a book written by Tony Hsieh, the former CEO of Zappos, an online shoe and clothing retailer. In the book, Hsieh shares his personal and professional journey, including his experience building Zappos into a billion-dollar business that is widely recognized for its exceptional customer service and unique company culture.
Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin is a transformative book that draws on the authors' experiences as Navy SEAL officers to provide powerful lessons on leadership. Through captivating anecdotes and practical insights, Willink and Babin outline the principles of extreme ownership and demonstrate how they can be applied in any leadership role.
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.