Best books for HR professionals
Crucial Conversations
What is Crucial Conversations about?
“Crucial Conversations” delves into the art of communication in high-stress situations. It offers practical tools for handling difficult conversations effectively. Whether it's a disagreement with a colleague, a confrontation with a loved one, or a contentious debate with a boss, the authors provide strategies to navigate even the most challenging discussions.
Emotional Intelligence
What is Emotional Intelligence about?
“Emotional Intelligence” by Daniel Goleman is a fascinating book about how feelings are vital in our lives. It teaches us how understanding and controlling our emotions can help us build relationships and attain our goals.
Who Not How
What is Who Not How about?
Imagine a world where the question isn't "How can I do this?" but rather "Who can help me achieve this?". This is what the book “Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork” by Dan Sullivan reveals. Sullivan is a renowned entrepreneurial coach who introduces a paradigm shift to both business and life. The book challenges the traditional self-reliant approach and explains the benefits of collaboration and delegation.
The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace
What is The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace about?
Have you ever wondered how gratitude can change the atmosphere in the workplace? In the book “The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace,” Gary Chapman and Paul White explore how simple recognition can boost productivity. Read on to find out how implementing small steps into your daily routine can help create a favorable atmosphere for productive work and lead you to professional success.
Measure What Matters
What is Measure What Matters about?
The book “Measure What Matters” by John Doerr explores the concept of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) as a strategic and measurable approach to goal-setting. It delves into the components of OKRs, emphasizing clarity, accountability, and adaptability within organizations. You can learn to prioritize success with clear and crucial goals and embrace challenging things with a balanced approach.
The Culture Code
What is The Culture Code about?
“The Culture Code” by Daniel Coyle decodes the intricate world of organizational culture. The book reveals the essential elements that foster a thriving work environment. Delving deep into successful teams and organizations, Coyle unveils the core principles that drive cohesiveness, creativity, and success.
Radical Candor
What is Radical Candor about?
Are you a person who is struggling with leading a team or a leader who wants to get better at what you are doing? Then, you are lucky as “Radical Candor” will provide you with guidance about leading a team and shed light on the concept of Radical Candor. It can help you establish a culture of openness, direct communication, and trust in your team.
The Fearless Organization
What is The Fearless Organization about?
How do you create a workplace where people aren’t afraid to share ideas or admit mistakes? Amy Edmondson’s "The Fearless Organization" dives into the concept of psychological safety — a must-have for innovation and growth. Edmondson’s research reveals why employees often hold back and how leaders can cultivate an environment where risks are rewarded, not punished.
We Can’t Talk About That at Work!
What is We Can’t Talk About That at Work! about?
Discussions about sensitive topics take place in the workplace every day. Unfortunately, they can create division and discord among team members if not handled properly. However, there is a solution. Mary-Frances Winters' book We Can't Talk about That at Work! guides how to navigate these sensitive conversations to promote unity and understanding within the team.
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
What is The Five Dysfunctions of a Team about?
Experienced executives, hardworking staff, and a great business plan—and your team still doesn't show the needed results? There must be some kind of dysfunction, or maybe more than one. To find a solution, read “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni and make your team invincible!
Start with Why
What is Start with Why about?
“Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action” delves into the significance of understanding and articulating the “Why,” which is the core purpose and belief behind actions. It reveals how this understanding is crucial for compelling leadership and innovation and provides insights into how “Why” shapes the way leaders inspire and align their teams toward collective aspirations.
The No Asshole Rule
What is The No Asshole Rule about?
Nobody wants to work with a jerk. In his brutally honest book, "The No Asshole Rule," Robert Sutton outlines why toxic behavior costs companies millions and what to do about it. From spotting the warning signs of “asshole behavior” to creating a workplace where civility reigns, Sutton makes the case for zero tolerance toward bad vibes. Bonus: It includes a quiz to find out if you’re the problem.
The Ideal Team Player
What is The Ideal Team Player about?
"The Ideal Team Player" by Patrick M. Lencioni tells the story of Jeff Shanley, who is trying to figure out the top essential virtues for a team. The book provides a practical structure for creating ideal team players. The recommendations described will be useful for both managers and recruiters, as well as for team members themselves.
Dare to Lead
What is Dare to Lead about?
“Dare to Lead” is an outstanding book that provides an in-depth analysis of behavior patterns, values, and strategies for the growth of a courageous leader. The author, Brené Brown, draws on her extensive research and personal experiences to explore the concept of leadership, highlighting the importance of vulnerability, empathy, and authenticity.
Getting to Yes
What is Getting to Yes about?
Negotiations are used in almost every area of our lives, so it’s a crucial skill to master in the modern world. If you want to become a successful negotiator, “Getting to Yes” is a must-read for you.
The Talent Code
What is The Talent Code about?
What makes a person good at something? Many people believe that talent is innate, but in reality, it can be acquired. “The Talent Code” tells you what stands behind talent and gives insight into what it takes to become a master in any field.
Work Rules!
What is Work Rules! about?
What if your workplace could feel as innovative and inspiring as Google? In "Work Rules!," Laszlo Bock reveals surprising secrets, like why you should give employees more vacation days and why traditional performance reviews are a thing of the past. This isn't just a book for HR professionals. It’s a guide for anyone who wants to rethink leadership, unlock creativity, and make work feel more meaningful.
The Loudest Duck
What is The Loudest Duck about?
In The Loudest Duck, Laura Liswood argues that diversity isn't just a buzzword, but a tool that successful leaders use to their advantage. Drawing from the Chinese parable where the loudest duck gets shot, this book offers an alternate view of multicultural workplace. If you want to create a high-performing, merit-based work environment, read this book and advise it to your colleagues.
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