I recommend these books because I’ve read them and have found them useful in my own life and work. If you come to my office, you’ll find them on my bookshelf – well thumbed, highlighted and bookmarked to the good bits. Books are curated by topic and include brief summaries to help you choose well what to read next. Choose a topic, click the link, start reading. I’m always adding more books as I read them, so make sure you come back regularly to see what’s new.
Leadership isn’t something fixed; it shifts as the world and our challenges change. Leading well is more than just telling people what to do – it calls for purposeful attention, emotional intelligence, flexibility, vulnerability, curiosity and more. These 5 books will give you solid frameworks and time-tested practical wisdom to help you lift your leadership game. Use these ideas to create your own personalised leadership framework.
Dealing with emotions is important because it directly impacts our well-being and how we navigate the world. It’s essential for mental health, healthy relationships, good decision-making, resilience, and personal development. Here are some of the best books around on how to do it well.
Handling conflict well stops small issues from turning into bigger problems, helps people communicate better, and makes teamwork smoother. It also boosts emotional intelligence by getting us to be more aware of our feelings and those of others. When we handle conflict well, it builds trust, encourages growth, and keeps stress levels down, creating a more positive environment for everyone involved. These books will give you everything you need.
Your mindset is your own unique lens on life – the assumptions and expectations you hold about yourself and the world around you. It’s how you make sense of everything that happens and decide what is or isn’t meaningful for you. These books will help you create a mindset for better results, more resilience, and a more fulfilling life.
There is a refreshing alternative to hustle culture: a more sustainable way to get meaningful work done without sacrificing your health, your sanity or connections with people you love. Grounded in the reality of human limits, this series of books encourage a calmer, more intentional approach to productivity that will help you focus on what truly matters in a way that won’t compromise your social, emotional or physical wellbeing.