What I'm Reading

I am constantly reading and listening to audiobooks around leadership and life and wanted to share a recent list of books I have found interesting.  I share these resources and my learnings with my clients.  The list will be updated regularly so check back every so often and get in touch with suggestions.

Culture Code

Culture Code

Emotional Intelligence & Team/ Culture Building

How to build an effective culture to have successful teams

Perfect for...new team leaders and executives looking to create an enabling environment.

Five Dysfunctions

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable

Emotional Intelligence & Team/ Culture Building

Practical strategies you can implement immediately to change team dynamics

Perfect for...new team leaders and executives looking to create an enabling environment.

MeasureWhatMatters

Measure What Matters

Strategic Planning & Goal Setting

How to select and implement Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)

Perfect for...executives and top-level managers that set and decide on a strategy.

Braving the Wilderness

The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone: Braving the Wilderness

Self Awareness, Emotional Intelligence & Culture Building

Challenges assumptions about creating a sense of belonging and where you fit in

Perfect for....leaders and anyone looking for an approach to gain confidence

No Hard Feelings

No Hard Feelings

Self Awareness & Emotional Intelligence

Feelings do have a place in the workplace.  This book will guide you to how to leverage them

Perfect for...all managers and leaders who are looking to be their best selves at work and enjoy well thought out illustrations.

The Making of a Manager

The Making of a Manager

Leadership Skills & Self Awareness

A comprehensive guide for those making the transition into management.

Perfect for...new and young managers looking for an edge.

Rise- 3 Practical Steps for Advancing Your Career

RISE: 3 Practical Steps For Advancing Your Career, Standing Out as a Leader, and Liking Your Life

Career Development, Networking, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Care

Learn the difference between getting ahead and working hard.  This book is full of actional tips you can implement right away.

Perfect for...leaders, new and old employees looking to advance their career and be successful without compromising their sanity and health

Energy Leadership

Energy Leadership: Transforming Your Workplace and Your Life From the Core

Leadership Skills,  Self Awareness, Self-Care, & Emotional Intelligence

Learn the seven levels of energy and four energy blocks.  

The book provides practical steps you can take to leverage your energy and help shift the energy levels of others

Perfect for......leaders looking for an alternative approach to maximizing their performance, building self-awareness and engaging with their team

The Leadership Gap

The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You and Your Greatness

Emotional Intelligence & Team/ Culture Building, Leadership Skills,  Self Awareness & Emotional Intelligence

Super easy to read, understand and apply.

Each type has its own strengths and weaknesses. Learn how to quickly identify qualities that can make you a more effective leader

Perfect for...leaders looking to bridge their gaps and leverage their strengths.

Dare to Lead-

Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts

Leadership Skills, Self Awareness & Emotional Intelligence

Great stories that are relatable. When reading you will have multiple ‘AHA’ moments.

Perfect for...leaders who want a framework to implement and the language to better connect with themselves and their teams

Powerful- Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility

Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility 

Leadership Skills

Great examples of how building an amazing culture involves modeling and commitment.

Perfect for...leaders looking to learn best practices from the innovative company Netflix

The Power of Habit

The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business 

Self Awareness, Routine and Habit Building

The book has great stories that illustrate how habits are built and can be rebuilt.

Perfect for...anyone looking to change their behaviors

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