The Burnout Society by Byung-Chul Han is a thought-provoking and insightful book that explores the phenomenon of burnout in contemporary society. Han argues that the prevalent culture of achievement, productivity, and constant self-optimisation has led to a state of exhaustion and burnout that permeates all aspects of life.
The Power of Mindful Learning by Ellen J. Langer offers valuable insights for leadership by introducing a transformative approach to learning that is deeply rooted in mindfulness and open-mindedness. Dr. Ellen Langer, a respected psychologist and Harvard University professor, underscores how these principles can enhance leadership skills and decision-making processes.
"The Diversity Bonus: How Great Teams Pay Off in the Knowledge Economy" by Scott E. Page explores the profound impact that diversity can have on team performance, particularly in complex problem-solving and innovation. Drawing on a combination of rigorous research, mathematical models, and practical examples, Page argues that diverse teams are more likely to outperform homogeneous ones, especially in knowledge-intensive environments.
"The Customer Success Professional's Handbook: How to Thrive in One of the World's Fastest Growing Careers" by Ashvin Vaidyanathan and Ruben Rabago is a practical guide for anyone looking to start or advance their career in customer success management. The book covers a range of topics, from customer success strategy to customer success operations, providing actionable insights and advice for customer success professionals at all levels.
In "The Power of Body Language: How to Succeed in Every Business and Social Encounter," author Tonya Reiman explores the role of nonverbal communication in our interactions with others. Reiman argues that our body language can have a significant impact on how we are perceived by others and can be used to our advantage in both business and social situations.
"The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever" by Michael Bungay Stanier is a practical guide to coaching that emphasizes the importance of asking powerful questions and listening deeply. The author provides a set of seven essential coaching questions that can be used in a variety of coaching situations to help explore goals and achieve results.