The books we think every leader should be reading this summer!
When we think of must-read leadership books, we look for books jam-packed with relevant content, innovative practices and ideas, practical advice, and real-world examples. This hand-picked list of books offers a book for leaders to grow in multiple different areas and capacities. Pick and choose a book specific to your goals this summer or dive right in to find a well-rounded collection of inspirational and noteworthy business books.
Without further ado, 5 leadership books to add to your summer reading list:
A step-by-step guide to the “people management” concepts behind one of the greatest success stories in American business.
Using the book's title philosophy of, "pushing up people," this book focuses on people's hearts and willpower. Williams shares a real-life example of how former teachers, policemen, firemen and coaches built a company and ultimately helped change the lives of countless families. Pick up this summer read if you are looking for a book with an emphasis on mentoring and coaching.
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No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving... every day.
James Clear is one of the world's leading experts on habit formation. This well-loved leadership favorite provides practical strategies for forming good habits, breaking bad habits, and setting up systems that lead to successful results. Grab a copy of this book if you are looking for practical advice on behaviors that can be applied to both work and life.
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The guide to shortening your execution cycle down from one year to twelve weeks.
The 12 Week Year provides a practical guide to goal-setting, set in the context of annual goals and plans, by dividing your calendar into 12 week increments. This redefined schedule helps create urgency, combats complacency, and allows individuals to spend increased clarity and focus on individual goals. If you are looking to improve your productivity and improve your organizational skills, this book is a must-read!
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Drawing on a wide range of real-life stories, Sinek weaves together a clear vision of what it truly takes to lead and inspire.
Sinek's popular book is built around the simple and fundamental question of, "why?" Start With Why answers a variety of crucial business questions while addressing the success of leaders with great influence who understood their why and leveraged it to grow their business. This is a pivotal and influential book for any leader looking for a framework to build, grow, and inspire others.
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In Think and Grow Rich, Hill draws on stories of Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and other millionaires of his generation to illustrate his principles.
A classic leadership book published following the Great Depression, the philosophy of positive thinking behind Think and Grow Rich has withstood the generations. Hill shares practical principles and plans to help change thoughts into reality through visualization, goals, planning, and by creating a Master Mind group. This book is perfect for the leader who is seeking out true and lasting future success.
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