Workplace Culture

In Indistractable, Eyal reveals the hidden psychology driving us to distraction. He describes why solving the problem is not as simple as swearing off our devices: Abstinence is impractical and often makes us want more....

Written by comedians James Schloeffel and Charles Firth, this business self-help guide teaches listeners how to outmanoeuvre their colleagues and climb the corporate ladder with nothing more than an obnoxious LinkedIn profile, a pack of Post-it Notes and the phrase 'circle back'.

In Impact Players, New York Times best-selling author and researcher Liz Wiseman reveals the secrets of these stellar professionals who play the game at a higher level....

Drawing on his experience as a psychiatrist, business consultant, and coach, author Mark Goulston combines his background with the latest scientific research to help listeners turn the "impossible" and "unreachable" people in their lives into allies....

Many of us have been raised on the traditional notion of a three-stage approach to our working lives: education, followed by work and then retirement....

When it comes to recruiting, motivating, and creating great teams, Patty McCord says most companies have it all wrong....

An international business expert helps you understand and navigate cultural differences in this insightful and practical guide, perfect for both your work and personal life....

The book aims to demystify Lean methodologies and provide you with clear, actionable steps to foster a lean culture within your organization. I believe that by simplifying these concepts, Lean Made Simple can open minds to the transformative possibilities of Lean.

A fully revised and updated edition of the award-winning guide to staying relevant and competitive in the future of work....

Discover the secrets of upside-down management and doing the right thing with James Timpson's The Happy Index....

Bosses are maddening. Colleagues are profoundly irritating. And balancing family and work is daunting....

Gillespie explains how workplace psychopaths - from bosses to clients, colleagues and customers - see the world, and highlights their devastating impact on workplaces....

Vivid Vision is a revolutionary tool that will help owners, CEOs, and senior managers create inspirational, detailed, and actionable three-year mission statements for their companies....

A refreshing and unconventional take on the world of work.

A DDO is organized around the conviction that organizations will best prosper when they are more deeply aligned with people's strongest motive, which is to grow....

Filled with practical advice and lessons, and backed by extensive research by Gentry and others, this book lays out the art, science, and practice behind learning and leading as a first time manager....

This is the classic reference book for managers and students seeking a deeper understanding of the inter-relationship of organizational culture dynamics and leadership....

Tristan White's story started like many others. He had a dream to work in a job that inspired him. He didn't find that job, so he created it....

Look behind-the-scenes at the firm behind WordPress.com and the unique work culture that contributes to its phenomenal success, The Year Without Pants shares what every organization can learn from the world-changing ideas for the future of work at the heart of Automattic's success....

In Intentional Ambition, soul coach and visionary career consultant Rha Goddess reveals a proven blueprint, already used by hundreds of breakthrough changemakers, cultural visionaries, and social entrepreneurs, to radically and thrillingly reset your life by renegotiating your relationship to work.

If you read (or listen to) nothing else on trust, listen to these ten articles. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you build, maintain, and repair trust, both as a leader and as a company....

Celebrated workplace thought leader Elizabeth Lotardo delivers an engaging guide to owning and elevating your work experience. With tips, watchouts, and funny stories, Leading Yourself will give you the encouragement and tactics to up-level your career, even if you aren't in your dream job.

The original edition of Discipline Without Punishment introduced a positive approach for getting problem employees to meet - and often even exceed - job requirements....

It’s time to take your business to the next level....

In this timeless guide on maximizing teams to achieve outstanding business success, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Who’s Got Your Back, and Never Eat Alone distills his years of experience coaching teams at Fortune 500 companies and startup unicorns to optimize team performance.

Written by comedians James Schloeffel and Charles Firth, this business self-help guide teaches listeners how to outmanoeuvre their colleagues and climb the corporate ladder with nothing more than an obnoxious LinkedIn profile, a pack of Post-it Notes and the phrase 'circle back'. Spread over ten informative units, W*nkernomics covers essential workplace skills such as how to write a passive aggressive email, how to snow your colleagues with acronyms (HTSYCWA) and how to look like a genius in meetings when you don't know anything at all.

Toxic workplaces can be bad for your mental and physical health, and they're one of the leading causes of employee turnover. Navigating a Toxic Workplace for Dummies explores what causes work environments to turn sour, and what you can do about it.

With real-life examples and actionable advice, Paul Axtell shows you how to design meetings for results, lead them to achieve agendas that move projects forward, and even allow time for building the relationships that make working together in a remarkable way possible. Based on his award-winning efficiency training title Make Meetings Matter and updated for the virtual meeting experience, this book will revolutionize the meeting—moving it from that dreaded obligation to a powerful way to get things done in business and in life.

By addressing these critical aspects of DEI within the context of recent historical events, Boom to Backlash engages with a growing audience of business and political leaders, social media influencers, HR professionals, and individuals who want to understand and implement effective DEI strategies in a post-2020 world.

Employees today have a sea of options for where and how they work—if they're not getting what they want, they'll move on. And if the threat of having your high performers working for the competition isn't bad enough, departing employees can leave behind serious financial and emotional costs at your company. The HBR Guide to Retaining Your Best People offers concrete advice and tactics to keep high performers engaged and loyal to your organization.

In a world where workplaces are becoming increasingly diverse, Working for Better by Elaine Howard Ecklund and Denise Daniels offers a timely guide for Christians navigating the modern faith-at-work landscape. Drawing from over twenty years of research and personal insights, Working for Better presents a groundbreaking exploration of how to express Christian faith in professional settings without compromising beliefs or alienating others.

Packed with career and leadership development insights from Fortune 50 C-level executives that have empowered leaders and tech professionals alike—amplifying the voices of 15 million women working in tech across all industries and career stages. In this powerful first edition, Anna Radulovski shares timeless strategies gained from years of experience working with hundreds of executives and top companies like Amazon, Apple, EY, Disney, Mastercard, Mercedes-Benz, Microsoft, and many more.

What if the conflicts in our lives—from personal disagreements to workplace tensions to global divisions—all stem from the same root cause? The Anatomy of Peace shows how our biases and behaviors perpetuate cycles of conflict and, more importantly, how we can break free from these patterns to create lasting peace and meaningful change.

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, a thriving office culture isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for long-term success. Creating a Positive Office Culture is your essential beginner's guide to transforming your workplace into a space where collaboration, respect, and productivity flourish.

Las grandes ideas no solo surgen de los altos mandos — nacen ahí donde se realiza el trabajo de verdad. ¿Y si la clave de la innovación no se encuentra en las salas de juntas, sino en primera línea? Bottomup La irrupución al avance revela cómo liberar la comunicación ascendente puede generar ideas revolucionarias, empoderar a los empleados e impulsar la mejora continua, sin necesidad de presupuestos elevados ni estrategias complejas.

In Make Culture Your Edge, Dr. Chris McAlister draws on ancient wisdom and decades of leadership experience to reveal the invisible forces shaping every team’s results. He identifies the three tension points every team will face, the nine risk factors that threaten to derail your culture, and a simple formula every leader can use to build a healthy, effective culture.

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, the office environment plays a pivotal role in shaping productivity, creativity, and employee well-being. Optimizing The Office: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhancing Workplace Efficiency and Employee Engagement and Mental Health Through Thoughtful Office Design is your ultimate roadmap to transforming ordinary workspaces into dynamic, inspiring, and health-conscious environments.

Businesses rise, fall, or stall based on their level of leadership. Businesses that invest the time, energy, and resources to develop leaders enjoy a competitive edge—and by developing leaders who can develop other leaders, unleash the power of rapid and sustainable growth. By developing people with the skills to put team members and customers in the best position to succeed, they ensure their own success.

Be a spark that generates a stronger sense of belonging in your workplace! Many employees feel powerless to reconnect and engage with “work BFFs” who are disconnected and disengaged. They don’t know what to do, or may think there’s nothing they can do because they’re not a leader. What can they do? The answer: a lot! Belonging is built with human interactions that convey, “I see you, I respect you.”

Want to know what REALLY goes into corporate hiring and firing decisions? Promotions and disciplinary actions? The resolution of bizarre, comic and tragic worker issues? In this revealing and entertaining book of bite-sized stories, you'll learn of formidable situations resolved by seasoned leaders and their HR partners in the U.S. and abroad. You’ll enjoy a unique view of the drama and mischief taking place inside HR. Most often it is a grind; sometimes things get downright wacky. It's time to hear the stories your colleagues in Human Resources wanted to share but couldn’t...until now.