My Book Recommendations
One of the thing I try to do daily is reading or listening to books.
The great part of that is that you learn from different perspectives.
This Book Recommendation overview includes all the books I really enjoyed and learned a lot from.
Let me know what you think about the books.
Enjoy reading or listening.
Jens
Reinventing Organizations by Frederic Laloux
Dive into the transformative world of "Reinventing Organizations" by Frederic Laloux, a must-read for leaders driving innovation. Discover practical insights, real-life case studies, and a forward-thinking approach to reshaping your organization for the future. Learn how principles of wholeness and self-management can revolutionize the workplace and position your company as a force for positive change
How to Win Friends and Influence People. By Dale Carnegie
Jens Heitland’s Book Recommendation. Discover key strategies for successful leadership in the digital age with our guide on 'How to Win Friends and Influence People.' Essential reading for modern leaders.
Built to Last - Successful Habits of Visionary Companies BY JIM COLLINS
Explore the enduring principles of successful organizations. "Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies". Understand the value of core ideology, long-term thinking, and building 'clockmakers'. Essential reading for innovators and leaders seeking to cultivate sustainable business success.
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity
Discover a transformative approach to longevity with Dr. Peter Attia, as featured in National Geographic's LIMITLESS. Overcome limitations of traditional medicine with proactive, personalized strategies for combating age-related diseases. Enhance not only lifespan but also physical, cognitive, and emotional health. With Outlive's practical advice, transcend your genetic predispositions to make each decade better than the last. An invaluable resource for leaders and innovators seeking insights into the science of longevity.
Skin in the game by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
"Skin in the Game" is a book by Nassim Nicholas Taleb that emphasizes the importance of personal accountability and risk-taking in decision-making. It argues that having a personal stake in the outcome of a decision leads to better decision-making and a more ethical society.
How to talk to anyone by Leil Lowndes
How to talk to anyone by Leil Lowndes
this book is packed with valuable insights and strategies for building strong, meaningful connections with others. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network with colleagues, or simply improve your social skills, How To Talk To Anyone has something for everyone.
Getting to yes by Roger Fisher & William Ury
Getting to yes by Roger Fisher & William Ury
This bestselling guide has been a go-to resource for millions of readers for over thirty years. It is based on key principles such as avoiding the temptation to bargain over positions, separating the people from the problem, and insisting on objective criteria.
Exponential Organizations by Salim Ismail
Exponential Organizations by Salim Ismail
Exponential Organization, a new breed of company that leverages technology and community to achieve explosive growth. This book was even chosen by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as one of Bloomberg's Best Books of 2015
Ditch Dare Do, by William Arruda & Deb Dib
Ditch Dare Do, by William Arruda & Deb Dib
This groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on how to align your personal identity with your career and effectively communicate your value to your employer and colleagues. The book is structured around three key principles: "ditch" the limiting beliefs and habits that hold you back, "dare" yourself to up your game and take risks, and "do" the necessary actions to achieve success.
Creativity, Inc. by ed Catmull
Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull
In Creativity, Inc., Catmull shares the ideals and techniques that have made Pixar such a creative and profitable company. The book offers insights into the inner workings of Pixar, including story meetings, postmortems, and the "Braintrust" sessions where new ideas are nurtured and developed. It is a valuable resource for managers looking to foster a culture of innovation within their organizations, as well as anyone who strives to be creative and original in their work. At its core, Creativity, Inc. is a celebration of the best in human potential and the power of creativity to inspire and transform.
The Effective Executive by Peter F. Drucker
The Effective Executive by Peter F. Drucker
To be an effective executive, it is important to not only possess intelligence, imagination, and knowledge, but also to develop the habits and skills that enable you to turn these attributes into results.
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
First published in 1959, David J Schwartz's classic teachings are as powerful today as they were then. Practical, empowering and hugely engaging, this book shows that the key to success is the way you think. Not only will this timeless classic inspire you, it will give you the tools to change your life for the better – starting right now.
The 4 Pillar Plan by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee
The 4 Pillar Plan by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee
Everyone has the opportunity to live and feel better and in his Sunday Times bestselling book, The 4 Pillar Plan, BBC One's Dr Rangan Chatterjee creates an easily accessible plan for taking control of your health and your life.
The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle
The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle
The Culture Code reveals the secrets of some of the best teams in the world - from Pixar to Google to US Navy SEALs - explaining the three skills such groups have mastered in order to generate trust and a willingness to collaborate. Combining cutting-edge science, on-the-ground insight and practical ideas for action, it offers a roadmap for creating an environment where innovation flourishes, problems get solved, and expectations are exceeded.
Trillion Dollar Coach by Eric Smidt, Jonathan Rosenberg & Alan Eagle
Trillion Dollar Coach by Eric Smidt, Jonathan Rosenberg & Alan Eagle
The team behind How Google Works returns with management lessons from legendary coach and business executive, Bill Campbell, whose mentoring of some of our most successful modern entrepreneurs has helped create well over a trillion dollars in market value
Life without limits by Chrissie Wellington
Life without limits by Chrissie Wellington
In 2007, Chrissie Wellington shocked the triathlon world by winning the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. As a newcomer to the sport and a complete unknown to the press, Chrissie's win shook up the sport. A LIFE WITHOUT LIMITS is the story of her rise to the top, a journey that has taken her around the world, from a childhood in England, to the mountains of Nepal, to the oceans of New Zealand, and the trails of Argentina, and first across the finish line.
Why we sleep by Matthew Walker
Why we sleep by Matthew Walker
I wish I read this book in my youth. A neuroscientist shows how a good night's sleep can make us cleverer, more attractive, slimmer, happier, healthier and ward off cancer . . . it’s an eye-opener and had a powerful effect on me.
Subscribed by Tien Tzuo
Subscribed by Tien Tzuo
Time for change! Netflix, Spotify, and Salesforce are just the tip of the iceberg for the subscription model. A real transformation and a real opportunity, this book is ostensibly about subscription models, but it's ultimately about the future of business.
The book you wished your parents had read by Phillippa Perry
The book you wish your parents had read
In this absorbing, clever and funny book, renowned psychotherapist Philippa Perry tells us what really matters and what behaviour it is important to avoid - the vital dos and don'ts of parenting.
The Trusted Advisor by David H. Maister
The trusted advisor
Bestselling author David Maister teams up with Charles H. Green and Robert M. Galford to bring us the essential tool for all consultants, negotiators, and advisors.