Worthy Reads to Deepen Connection in Leadership & Life
Catherine Ducharme CLC, PCC
Founder + Principal ? Certified Leadership Coach ? Speaker ? Writer
Connection is a deeply held value of mine and a cornerstone of leadership and life. These three books, each in their unique way, explore how we can deepen our understanding, relationships, and focus in an increasingly disconnected world.
The Empathy Dilemma by Maria Ross: Explores empathy as a leadership superpower while revealing its complexities, including how it can be misused or misunderstood. Maria Ross emphasizes the need to balance empathy with boundaries to foster trust, innovation, and sustainable performance. As part of the book launch, I enjoyed hosting Maria on a LinkedIn Live event called Leading with Heart and Results. Watch here.
How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen?by David Brooks: Brooks delves into the art of understanding others, emphasizing how relationships thrive through genuine connection. Central to the book is the contrast between Illuminators, who make people feel valued and seen, and Diminishers, who leave others feeling small or overlooked. By adopting the practices of Illuminators—listening deeply, showing curiosity, and being fully present—leaders can build transformative relationships.
Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention by Johann Hari: Investigates how societal and technological forces erode attention. Hari shares strategies to reclaim focus, nurture creativity, and build meaningful connections, reminding us of the power of sustained attention in a distracted world. Hari also highlights organizations and movements working to reclaim focus, offering readers actionable ways to contribute to broader efforts against distraction and disconnection.
Brand Storyteller | Communications Strategy and Execution
2 个月Thanks for sharing. I've just bookmarked this to put on my reading list.
Business Coach | Author & Content Creator
2 个月You know I love a good list of books! My wife recommended How to Know A Person and I'm looking forward to diving into it. Thank you!
Passionate to help people move from their present to what is possible!
2 个月Thanks for introducing me to The Empathy Dilemma. I’m now looking forward to checking these two other books out too.
Empathetic Brands and Leaders WIN ?? TEDxSpeaker | Keynotes, Workshops, Leadership Training, Brand Advisory | Author & Podcast Host, The Empathy Edge
2 个月Thank you so much Catherine and I'm honored my book made your list this year! As you know, my mission is to help forward thinking leaders and teams embrace empathy to boost performance and achieve radical success. Having your endorsement means the world. Thank you!
Partner / Recruitment Director: We Help Companies Recruit Marketing, Communications & Creative Talent
2 个月Thanks for the recommendations Catherine!