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After recently finishing the #CSPLDP I wanted to share some the amazing #leadership books that have been recommended to me over the past year @thecsp @ConnectOxford
See my 10 recommended books below:
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey
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‘Begin with the end in mind’ and ‘seek first to understand before being understood’ are habits from this book which have become synonymous with my leadership journey. Must read!
amazon.co.uk/dp/B00GOZV3TM/…
How To Win Friends and Influence People - Dale Carnegie
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Originally published in 1937 this is a classic if you want to learn how to build emotional connections and develop the softer side of leadership.
amazon.co.uk/dp/B0044XUINS/…
Who Moved My Cheese - Dr Spencer Johnson
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Leadership often involves managing change and this short book offers a story to re-conceptualise the response different people have to change. Worth a read if you are leading people through change
amazon.co.uk/dp/B004NBZFWA/…
Legacy - James Kerr
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A fascinating read for sporting fans. The author of this book had access to the New Zealand rugby team and discusses the lessons he learnt about culture and leadership that can be transferred into the work environment
amazon.co.uk/dp/B00AN2KTKQ/…
That’s Not How We Do It Here! - John Kotter @JohnPKotter
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This book features a story about meerkats who are forced to change following a new threat. Great example of how moving from hero to distributed leadership is key for survival.
amazon.co.uk/dp/B01ESELZMU/…
Black Box Thinking - @matthewsyed
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This book contrasts the approach to failures of the aviation and healthcare industries. This will change the way you approach and manage errors
amazon.co.uk/Black-Box-Thin…
Emotional Intelligence - @DanielGolemanEI
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Emotional intelligence (EQ) is seen as one of the leading determinants of success. Read this to improve your EQ, specially self awareness, impulse control, motivation, empathy and persistence
amazon.co.uk/Emotional-Inte…
Leadership on the line - Heifetz & Linsky
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Leadership can bring big rewards however it can also be a dangerous position. This is the survival guide for leaders which includes tools to avoid getting burnt
amazon.co.uk/Leadership-Lin…
The Leaders Guide to Influence - Brent & Dent
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To be influential every leader needs to foster good relationships. This book includes theory and a range of practical activities to help step up your people skills and working relationships.
amazon.co.uk/dp/B00ABHB9IE/…
Gift of the Gab - David Crystal @davcr
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Every leader needs to be able to communicate their vision. This book discusses eloquence and how to become eloquent through the use of examples including Barack Obama.
amazon.co.uk/Gift-Gab-How-E…
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