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How to Know a Person by David Brooks is a profoundly reflective exploration of what it means to connect with others on a meaningful level. For leaders, it offers tools and perspectives to deepen workplace relationships, build empathy, and navigate conversations with authenticity.
I've been obsessed with Tim Ferris for years. I consume all of his podcasts and books. Most recently, I re-read The 4-Hour Chef. It is far more than a cookbook; it's a masterclass on accelerated learning.
Speak: So Your Audience Will Listen by Robin Kermode is the best book I've read on Public Speaking. Why I like it so much is that it's focused on practical exercises. Improving your confidence, clarity and content of your talk.
The Laws of Connection by David Robson is for leaders who need to build real workplace relationships. Science-backed strategies for connection when isolation is the default.
The Friction Project helps leaders find the hidden forces that slow work and burn out teams — and when to add friction on purpose. A practical guide to making the right work flow.
The Intelligence Trap by David Robson offers a fascinating examination of why intelligent people often make poor decisions and how leaders can avoid falling into similar traps. It exposes the mental pitfalls of intelligence, providing tools to think more clearly, make better decisions, and foster wiser teams.
Start with Why by Simon Sinek is an essential read for any leader who wants to inspire and build a loyal team. He offers a powerful framework for understanding why some individuals and organisations are more innovative, influential, and profitable than others, even in competitive markets.
"The Squiggly Career" by Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis is essential for any leader wanting to break free from traditional, linear career paths and embrace a more flexible, dynamic approach to professional growth.
I just left a comfy corporate job to start a business! Yikes!

I was terrified to make a change.

These career change books were the catalyst to making it happen.
We’re All Mad Here by Claire Eastham is a must-read for leaders who want to understand the realities of anxiety in the workplace and how to create a more inclusive, supportive environment for their teams.
If you're a leader, "Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most" by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila Heen is a must-read.
You might think Key Person of Influence is only for people who want to start their own business. I was surprised to learn that it has valuable lessons on how to become a more influential leader at work.