Personnel and human resources Books

Book SynopsisIn this leadership book, renowned industry analyst Josh Bersin introduces a new way to think about organizational design, employee engagement, and employee development. Distilled from decades of research and management theory into seven practical yet profound management principles, Bersin outlines how business leaders can create enduring companies that thrive with improved customer satisfaction, employee retention, and business agility. Irresistible businesses grow faster, they’re more profitable, and they innovate and lead their markets. Most importantly, their employees, customers, and stakeholders are drawn to them like magnets. Leaders have an outsized impact on culture, engagement, and productivity. Irresistible helps leaders at all levels understand how to scale a business through a new organization model - the “network of teams.” Bersin's model emphasizes that effective companies operate as networks, not hierarchies. When focused leadership empowers small teams, the result is increased speed, agility, and traction - along with a sense of purpose, mission, and clarity of roles. Leaders of irresistible companies understand that by unleashing the power of the human spirit, their companies can go faster and farther than their competitors by empowering people and creating employee-centric cultures. If you can make your company – large or small -- irresistible, your employees will contribute, innovate, and grow more than you thought possible. Bersin shares eye-opening examples from his consulting work with HR and executive business teams around the world. Each chapter includes tips and discussion questions to bring these organizational behavior lessons to life. Inspiring yet highly pragmatic, this business book is a leader’s handbook for today’s unpredictable business world, where people and culture are more important than ever. Bersin's human resource management book challenges companies to rethink their current approach to organizational design, leadership development, and human resources strategy. A top business book for organizations large and small, Irresistible belongs on the bookshelf of every executive, supervisor, and entrepreneur.Trade Review“This book is a road map for creating more humane workplaces. Josh Bersin gives us unusually clear and compelling directions to make people the heart and soul of organizations.” —ADAM GRANT, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THINK AGAIN and host of the TED podcast WorkLife “A must-read primer for business leaders considering how and why to build a people-centered business. Irresistible is an essential book and an opportunity to learn from one of the best.” —ARIANNA HUFFINGTON, Founder and CEO, Thrive “For too long, businesses have been claiming that people are their most important resource. Irresistible offers an array of smart insights and shrewd advice to—finally!—turn that idea into action.” —DANIEL H. PINK, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Power of Regret, Drive, and To Sell Is Human “If you want the secrets of maintaining a workforce of fulfilled, engaged, and loyal teams, read this book—now.” —KATHLEEN HOGAN, Chief People Officer, Microsoft “Josh, with his reporter’s background and analyst’s instinct, is terrific at describing practices that affect people. The seven themes offer an outstanding view of emerging practices that will shape employee-focused organizations.” —DAVE ULRICH, Rensis Likert Professor, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan Partner, The RBL Group “I have been following Josh’s work for years and not long ago had the chance to teach executives alongside him. He has always taught me a great deal. And now I see some of that so beautifully encapsulated and extended in Irresistible. This is a book to absorb.” —RICH LYONS, Former Dean, Haas School of Business, and Chief Innovation and Entrepreneurship Officer, UC Berkeley “As organizations struggle to attract and retain talent, irresistible companies will be the only ones to prevail—and creating an irresistible company starts with unlocking your employees’ full potential.” —JILL POPELKA, President, SAP SuccessFactors “This book is an illustration of my strong belief that ‘great people make great companies.’ With his unique and vast experience, Josh is helping all leaders and HR teams turn company culture, management approaches, and work models into a competitive advantage.” —OLIVIER BLUM, Executive Vice President, Energy Management Business, Schneider Electric

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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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