Management: leadership and motivation Books

Book SynopsisIn every industry, there are companies that take off. They effortlessly hire talented people, attract loyal customers, create cool products and make lots of money. These companies seem to stand out and scale up quickly with support from investors, partners and the media. Sadly, most companies don't perform this way. Most entrepreneurs aren't building anything of value. They work hard, make sacrifices, struggle, dream, plan and strive, but in the end, it doesn't pay off. This book sets out a method for building a business that becomes a valuable asset. It focuses you on transforming your organisation into something scalable, digital, fun and capable of making an impact. It's time to, stand out, scale up and build a business that has a life of its own. Start now by reading this book.

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Book SynopsisThis book by leadership and sustainability experts Giles Hutchins and Laura Storm provides an exciting and comprehensive framework for building regenerative life-affirming businesses. It offers a multitude of business cases, fascinating examples from nature’s living systems, insights from the front-line pioneers and tools and techniques for leaders to succeed and thrive in the 21st century.Regenerative Leadership draws inspiration from pioneering thinking within biomimicry, circular economy, adult developmental psychology, anthropology, biophilia, sociology, complexity theory and next-stage leadership development. It connects the dots between these fields through a powerful framework that enables leadership to become regenerative: in harmony with life, building thriving, prosperous organizations amid transformational times. The book is a combination of theoretical frameworks, case studies, tools & practices: Everything the leader needs to be successful in the 21st century.Regenerative Leadership – what’s it all about?While the future is uncertain, we clearly see an upward trend towards sustainable conscious business. And this is more than just a trend – we’re witnessing a new kind of organization emerging.An organization which is able to rapidly sense and respond to the ever-changing business climate by innovating how and why it creates and delivers value, and the way it engages internally and externally with its ecosystem of employees, customers, suppliers, resources, investors, society and environment.This new kind of organization is the organization-as-living-system that is designed on the Logic of Life: life-affirming businesses that thrive from the inside out, by cultivating conditions conducive for life, internally and externally. These organizations nurture flourishing cultures while focusing on products and services that enhance society and the environment.Regenerative organizations will be tomorrow’s success stories. Giles Hutchins is Chairman of The Future Fit Leadership Academy, keynote speaker, executive coach and author of three critically acclaimed business books, previously Director at KPMG and Global Head of Sustainability Solutions for Atos Origin. He is co-founding partner of Regenerators.Laura Storm has spent her entire career working in the intersection between business, leadership, sustainability, climate change policy and innovation. She has started and led multiple international organizations focused on the global transformation to sustainability - including Copenhagen Climate Council, World Business Summit on Climate Change and Sustainia. She has been awarded the title 'Worldchanger' by Greenbiz, is a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and Sustainability Expert, sits on many boards and is founder of Regenerators.

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Book SynopsisThe book is divided into four parts: (1) foundations of qualitative research methods consisting of a chapter summarizing the various qualitative paradigms and a research methods chapter illuminating various design features such as data collection and analysis, qualitative standards and ethics; (2) frequently used qualitative methods in the study of leadership designs; (3) underutilized qualitative methods; (4) three commissioned empirical studies illustrating content analysis, narrative analysis, and mixed methods study using content analysis and case study. The book also includes a chapter on the use non-textual, image-based sources of data for qualitative leadership research. Each of the methods chapters contains a number of leadership studies that have employed a given method such as case study, interviewing or phenomenology.The book is intended for students of leadership ranging from graduate students to seasoned leadership scholars. It was written with leadership practitioners in mind who wish to broaden their understanding of new developments in leadership research.Trade ReviewIn this book, author Karin Klenke presents readers with the second edition of her comprehensive examination of the theory and process of conducting qualitative research in the field of leadership studies. The author covers qualitative research theory and methodology, the major qualitative traditions in leadership research, phenomenology and narrative analysis, and many other related subjects. The text also includes chapters written by leadership training experts Suzanne Martin and J. Randall Wallace. The author is with the Leadership Development Institute International in Midlothian, Virginia. -- Annotation ©2016 * (protoview.com) *Table of ContentsPreface PART I: FOUNDATIONS OF QUALITATIVE RESEARCH 1. Philosophical Foundations: Qualitative Research as Paradigm 2. Qualitative Research as Method PART II: MAJOR QUALITATIVE TRADITIONS IN LEADERSHIP RESEARCH 3. Case Studies in Leadership Research 4. Content Analysis in Leadership Research 5. Qualitative Interviewing in Leadership Research 6. Mixed Methods (mms) in Leadership Research PART III: UNDERUTILIZED QUALITATIVE METHODS IN LEADERSHIP STUDIES 7. Grounded Theory and Ethnography 8. Phenomenology and Narrative Analysis 9. Beyond Words: Sights and Sounds in Qualitative Leadership Research PART IV: EMPIRICAL QUALITATIVE LEADERSHIP STUDIES 10. Content Analysis of the Writings of Mary Parker Follett - Suzanne Martin 11. Leadership in At-Risk Communities – J. Randall Wallace 12. Epilogue

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Book SynopsisThis book about bad bosses has been meticulously researched by David Smith with interviews of over 200 CEOs and other leaders. He has discovered the top 10 leadership pitfalls which irritate followers most. These bad habits decrease morale and hinder productivity in the workforce. Such traits need to be removed from a business and replaced by good leadership habits.

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Book SynopsisA collection of fascinating conversations with business leaders, politicians, entrepreneurs and cultural icons: now fully updated with new interviews including Shaquille O'Neal, Matthew McConaughey, Tim Peake, Brian Eno, Daniel Kahneman, Jessica Ennis-Hill and many more. We often talk of war and conflict, the economy, culture and revolutions as if they are something other than us. But all these things are a product of us – of our ideas, our dreams and our fears. We live in extraordinary times, and the changes we’re experiencing now, in these first decades of the twenty-first century, feel particularly poignant as decisions are made that will inform our existence for years to come. What started out as a personal interest in the mechanisms that shape our views of the world and a passion for understanding has grown into a phenomenal compilation of once-in-a-lifetime conversations. In this incredible collection, Shah shares some of his most emotive and insightful interviews to date.

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Book SynopsisLevel 3 Team Leader / Supervisor has been designed and written to support those studying for the Level 3 Team Leader / Supervisor Apprenticeship or the ILM and CMI Level 3 Diplomas and Certificates and other Leadership and Management qualifications. The book covers the theories and hypotheses covered in the syllabus of the qualifications and explains them in a plain and straightforward manner. This book is designed to match the modules of study in the apprenticeship standard and therefore make selective study very straightforward. It is also intended that this book will become a valuable point of reference not only whilst studying for a qualification, but also afterwards, with many areas of support and guidance appropriate and relevant to a career in Leadership and Management after the qualification has been achieved.

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Book SynopsisThe author explains why business leaders should not apply a model for leadership and delivery generally across an organisation

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Book SynopsisAn embodied approach to developing women leaders which invites us to re-write our interpretation of power, from the prevailing ‘power over’ to ‘power with’ developing a felt sense that the whole is greater than any one individual. This is the pathway to creating organisations that work for everyone. The book integrates different perspectives and theoretical frames with the author’s own experience of working with women leaders in organisations combined with action research. It sets out how women are able to dismantle the internal barriers that maintain the status quo and become a powerful force for change. The book gives voice to some incredible women who bravely step out of the shadows to let themselves be seen. They each share honest and often moving accounts of how they have reclaimed themselves as women and now embody a strong leadership presence. These stories weave together to inspire, provoke and empower. Individual and collective transformation are interdependent and inseparable. When women come together and support one another it is possible to transcend the norms and social forces and shift the prevailing culture. We can create more inclusive cultures where everyone, women and men, can participate and contribute to the benefit of all. It’s time to rewrite our interpretation of power, it's time to make a difference.

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Book SynopsisTransformative change begins with those who seek to lead it and who are awake to who they are, their relationships and the wider organisation. As we lead and partner organisations, the powerful instrument we have is the person we are. Simply put who we are is how we lead. Connecting the individual journey with the collective journey is what allows organisations transformation to unfold and sustainable to change to become possible. Embodying Authenticity explores the theory and practice of an integrated somatic methodology and how this unique approach supports individual and collective transformation which are interdependent and inseparable. In somatics the person we are and the body we have are inextricably linked, when we connect with the vast intelligence of the body powerful change is available. This book is for people who are leading and participating in transformative change in their work and in their lives; be that in the capacity of a leader, executive, business partner, consultant of coach. It is an enquiry into human leadership, into who we are being, rather than what we are doing. It explores how through the cultivation of the self, we continually move towards our authentic way of being, creating meaning and purpose in our lives and the lives of those we work with.

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Book Synopsis'A must-read to take your team to the next level' - Marshall Goldsmith 'A compelling roadmap' Daniel H. Pink AN EXPERT GUIDE TO TRANSFORMING YOUR TEAMWORK AND RESULTS, ONE SMALL STEP AT A TIME WINNER OF BOOKPAL'S OUTSTANDING WORKS OF LITERATURE: MANAGEMENT AND CULTURE Habits are crucial for personal productivity. But we rarely work alone: achieving our goals depends on how well we work with others. And teams have their own habits that can accelerate - or block - success. In this essential handbook, productivity and teamwork expert Charlie Gilkey shows how to cultivate, implement and maintain the small habits that lead to big results for any team. From the Team Habits quiz, where you can identify the habits you need to build (or break) to a roadmap for putting them into practice, this book is full of clear, simple actions to: - run more productive meetings - eliminate pointless emails - make better, swifter decisions - create a stellar culture of belonging Team Habits is the difference between teamwork that feels like a struggle and collaboration that empowers everyone to deliver their best.Trade ReviewA practical, ethical and actionable roadmap for scaling your business with a team. ... This is the modern business handbook that should sit on every founder's desk. -- Pamela Slim, author * Body of Work *Team Habits isn't filled with a lot of "filler" and theory, instead it is filled with information and ideas you can take action on. -- Jeremie Miller, Executive Director of RAFT (Resilience for Advocates through Foundational Training)A compelling roadmap that can help any group find a path to higher performance. By addressing the small but critical behaviors that shape our daily interactions, this book equips leaders to cultivate an environment of productivity and purpose. -- Daniel H. Pink, bestselling author * The Power of Regret *Will help you get away from the craziness of "who's doing what" to the calmness of a team working together to get the most important things handled." -- John Jantsch, author * Duct Tape Marketing *Charlie Gilkey masterfully uncovers the pivotal role habits play in shaping exceptional teams. From bolstering communication and productivity, to fostering a thriving culture and employee morale, this book offers a comprehensive blueprint for building teams that succeed. Whether you're a new manager or an experienced leader, Team Habits is a must-read to take your team to the next level. -- Dr. Marshall GoldsmithPacked with practical, actionable insights, tools and strategies, with a unique focus on habits that build belonging and fuel performance, Gilkey has created an essential reference for those who aspire to collective greatness. -- Jonathan Fields, bestselling author * Sparked *This is a must for anyone leading a team at a time when we are re-inventing the rules of work. -- Jennifer Brown, bestselling author * How to be an Inclusive Leader *A fascinating read. It's not just another book on teamwork but a book that teaches you how to create a team that is not only successful but one where everyone feels like they belong ... This should be an essential read for all teams * BookPal Outstanding Works of Literature Judges *Praise for Start Finishing 'A game changer, a modern-day classic -- Seth Godin, NYT bestselling author * This Is Marketing *Terrific -- Daniel H. Pink, author * Drive *A masterclass in getting unstuck -- Jonathan Fields, bestselling author * How to Live a Good Life *A brilliant handbook for professional excellence... Equal parts productivity guru, drill sergeant, and best pal, Charlie gives you exactly what you need to do your work with joy, with commitment, and, most of all, to completion. -- Susan Piver, founder of the Open Heart ProjectAn instruction manual to stop fixating on the things you can't change while overlooking the stuff you can -- Captain D. Michael Abrashoff, bestselling author * It’s Your Ship *

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Book SynopsisPutting accountability at the heart of any business can be transformational. This step-by-step guide shows you why and how to achieve lasting cultural change.Trade Review“This pocket-size book breaks down something incredibly complicated into simple steps that are easy for anyone to follow. It is so easy that you are left wondering why you aren’t doing this already – but therein lies the magic of Carolyn’s work, she has the art of making something very hard very do-able. I will definitely be buying this book for my team to ensure we drive the culture of accountability by adopting this approach.” Caroline Barth, Chief Human Resources Officer at Lonza; “Accountability is critical to the functioning of any business. Carolyn Taylor has spent years developing a road-map that allows you to create a scalable system of accountability. Packed with useful tips and advice, this is a must-read book for anyone who is involved in the business of making or keeping promises.” Siobhan McHale, author of ‘The Insider's Guide to Culture Change’; “Carolyn’s unique approach in driving individual and collective accountability helped me and my team discover new levels of ambition and outpace the speed of change in the US healthcare environment.” Fabrice Chouraqui, CEO at Cellarity, ex-President Novartis Pharmaceuticals US

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Book SynopsisThe first book in Bob Gorzynski's acclaimed strategic thinking trilogy. The Strategic Mind provides a framework for developing a deeper, more holistic form of thinking using seven core disciplines. Packed with examples and case studies, the book provides both theoretical insight and practical guidance for the 21st-century manager.

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