The Growth Paradox
It may seem ironic, but the organization that's good at solving today's challenges will create a new and bigger set of challenges for tomorrow. Why? Because success leads to the need for more: more capital, more leadership, more systems...
Gary Harpst, Execution Revolution, Pgs. 39-40
Erika Andersen: Being Strategic: Plan for Success; Out-think Your Competitors; Stay Ahead of Change
I use her phrase "reasonable aspirations" in nearly all of my blogtalk radio interviews. And I regularly turn to the insights and systematic approach to planning for your success she shares in this book. No. I haven't read it all. But, I will; I'm still savoring it. (*****)
Steve Farber: Greater Than Yourself: The Ultimate Lesson of True Leadership
This is a great book. Actually, it's another in a series from Steve Farber. Each of them I read from beginning to end. That may not sound like much, but it's a significant compliment from me as I rarely read a business book through to the end. This one I kept wanting to read more, read it faster. I'll revisit it again soon. You will, too. (*****)
Matthew E. May: In Pursuit of Elegance: Why the Best Ideas Have Something Missing
Matthew writes a compelling explanation of...why the best ideas have something missing. He weaves in quantum mechanics, general theory of relativity, case studies from current brands, brain physiology, and more. A fascinating delight to read. (*****)
Kerry Patterson: Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High
I came with low expectations. I was severely disappointed. It's a great book. This is a well-written, timely, book with tips and reminders and steps to take with each page you read. Real-world examples, real-world steps, to create real, meaningful conversations when the stakes are high. (*****)
Gregg Fraley: Jack's Notebook: A business novel about creative problem solving
I read this book completel, too. That should say enough. Even more, I plan to read it again this month. It's a great story whose purpose is to share useful, practical, tips and steps you can take to more effectively and more creatively solve challenges. (*****)
Evan Rosen: The Culture of Collaboration
This book is a doorway to one of the leading authors, experts, in the Culture of Collaboration we hear so much about. He understands the tools, their use and their impact in organizations big and small. (*****)
Stephen Denning: The Leader's Guide to Storytelling: Mastering the Art and Discipline of Business Narrative
A delight and a surprise. Practical, useful, tips and resources any leader can use immediately to craft an inspiring narrative for your organization. I find the book's value and enjoyment increases as a I turn each page. That's very rare in business books. (*****)
Nick Morgan: Trust Me: Four Steps to Authenticity and Charisma
Useful, real-world advice, for leaders to improve their speaking and presentation skills. It's offered by a world-class trainer/coach/consultant/guru who's helped hundreds of business leader become compelling speakers. I find the sub-title misleading. It implies 'tricks'. That's so not the case for what this book offers anyone seeking to improve their critical speaking and presentation skills. Buy the book, hire the coach. Be successful. (****)
Clay Shirky: Here Comes Everybody: The Power of Organizing Without Organizations
Ok. I am a year behind in reading this book. I regret this more and more with each page I read. It's very well-written, uses excellent profiles to illustrate the point of his book...very clearly. (*****)
David Pogue: The World According to Twitter
It's an entertaining, well-organized, insightful, even inspiring crowdsourcing of the World According to Twitter. (****)
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