The 7 Books I Have Endorsed So Far This Year

Explore the purpose of work and its value in our lives: Christopher Wong Michaelson & Jennifer Tosti-Kharas , Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work

• Christopher Wong Michaelson and Jennifer Tosti-Kharas have masterfully tackled the crucial question of finding purpose and meaning through work. In a world where the nature of work is evolving rapidly, Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work provides essential insights from both personal experiences and academic expertise. This book is available now, and is a valuable compass for anyone seeking purpose in their professional journey.

Inspire hearts and connect with the souls of those you lead: Chris Deaver and Ian Clawson , Brave Together: Lead by Design, Spark Creativity, and Shape the Future with the Power of Co-Creation

• Rounding out my summer reading list on frontline leadership is Brave Together . The leadership we need in the future is not about command and control or maximizing shareholder value. It’s about inspiring hearts, unleashing human magic, and building purposeful organizations together. If, like I do, you believe this, you MUST read Brave Together as you will find a helpful guide on this journey. Thank you, Chris and Ian, for giving us such a precious companion! Brave Together is available now.

Drive meaningful and lasting change on the frontlines: Siobhan McHale , The Hive Mind at Work: Harnessing the Power of Group Intelligence to Create Meaningful and Lasting Change

• Available on September 3, The Hive Mind at Work is a beacon of wisdom in navigating today's turbulent business landscape. McHale introduces a revolutionary model—Group Intelligence. Her insights are game-changing, offering a profound alternative to traditional change management. With a keen blend of teamwork, purpose, and resilience, the hive mindset captures the essence of what makes an organization thrive amidst uncertainty.

Close the leadership gender gap: Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj , Anne-Valérie Corboz , and Delphine Mourot-Haxaire , Take the Lead: How Women Leaders are Driving Success through Innovation

• This book is a beacon of inspiration for female leaders in the business world in a time when the gender gap remains frustratingly persistent. Backed by rigorous research and insights from women leaders on six continents, this book offers practical advice to succeed in uncertain circumstances through creativity and self-reflection. Take the Lead equips you with the tools to innovate, seize opportunities, and ascend the corporate ladder with confidence. An invaluable guide for aspiring leaders! Take the Lead is available now.

Uncover your company’s hidden strengths: Feng Zhu and Bonnie Cao , Smart Rivals: How Innovative Companies Play Games That Tech Giants Can't Win

• In Smart Rivals , coming soon on August 20, Feng Zhu and Bonnie Cao masterfully capture what it takes for innovative companies to thrive in a marketplace dominated by tech giants. Their strategic frameworks and real-world examples are a treasure trove for any organization aiming to survive and thrive despite the odds. Whether you're an established player being disrupted or are yourself a startup, Zhu and Cao provide crucial insights into how companies can tap into their people, purpose, and strengths to outwit seemingly unstoppable competition.

Navigate organizational change: Talila Millman , The TRIUMPH Framework: 7 Steps to Leading Organizational Transformation

• Talila Millman has delivered a thoughtful framework for organizational change in her latest book, The TRIUMPH Framework . In it, Tara offers a structured approach to understanding core issues, diagnosing root causes, aligning stakeholders, and driving improvements across an organization. While major overhauls of a business can be daunting, Millman's insights and practical guidance make the path more manageable.

Avoid becoming irrelevant in an era of accelerating change: Steve Dennis , Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption

• Leaders Leap is a timely examination of the pitfalls leaders encounter during business transformations. Going beyond strategy, Steve Dennis pinpoints how ego, vulnerability, ignorance, and fear hinder bold action and rapid progress. Updating classic business concepts for the digital age, this book offers a concise roadmap for success amidst our current age of disruption. It's a must-read for leaders looking to transform their companies and leap into the future. Leaders Leap is available now.