Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
Leading from the Middle
A Playbook for Managers to Influence Up, Down, and Across the Organization
Scott Mautz
The book provides practical strategies and insights for middle managers to effectively lead and influence their teams, superiors, and cross-functional partners. It offers tools and techniques to navigate organizational dynamics, drive change, and create impact from a non-top-tier leadership position.
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Extraordinary Influence
How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Others
Tim Irwin
The book provides insights into the impact of leaders on their team's performance, emphasizing the importance of affirmation and constructive feedback in fostering an environment where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential. It offers practical strategies for leaders to enhance their influence by understanding and nurturing the core needs of their employees, leading to a more engaged and productive workforce.
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Likeable Social Media
How To Delight Your Customers, Create an Irresistible Brand, & Be Generally Amazing On All Social Networks That Matter
Dave Kerpen|Michelle Greenbaum|Rob Berk
The book provides strategies and actionable advice for businesses to enhance their social media presence, engage with customers effectively, and build a strong, likable brand online. It covers various social networks and offers tips on content creation, customer service, and leveraging social media trends to maintain relevance and foster positive customer relationships.
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Kill the Company
End the Status Quo, Start an Innovation Revolution
Lisa Bodell
The book challenges traditional corporate practices, advocating for radical change to foster innovation by eliminating complacency and bureaucratic processes that stifle growth. It provides practical tools and exercises for teams to rethink strategies, streamline operations, and encourage creative thinking to drive a culture of efficiency and transformation.
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Irresistible
The Seven Secrets of the World's Most Enduring, Employee-Focused Organizations
Josh Bersin
The book explores the key practices and principles that distinguish successful organizations in their ability to attract, retain, and engage employees. It provides insights into creating a compelling and supportive workplace culture that fosters employee well-being, productivity, and loyalty.
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Winning with Data
Transform Your Culture, Empower Your People, and Shape the Future
Tomasz Tunguz|Frank Bien
The book explores the transformative power of data within organizations, advocating for a cultural shift towards data-driven decision-making. It provides insights and practical advice on how to leverage data to empower employees, improve processes, and drive innovation for future success.
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Rethinking Competitive Advantage
New Rules for the Digital Age
Ram Charan
The book provides insights into how companies can build and sustain competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving digital landscape, emphasizing the importance of data, customer-centricity, and agile innovation. It outlines strategies for adapting to digital disruption, leveraging network effects, and harnessing the power of platforms and ecosystems to outperform traditional business models.
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Big Weed
An Entrepreneur's High-Stakes Adventures in the Budding Legal Marijuana Business
Christian Hageseth|Joseph D'Agnese
The book chronicles the journey of entrepreneur Christian Hageseth as he navigates the burgeoning legal cannabis industry, detailing the challenges and opportunities he encounters while building his marijuana business. It provides insights into the complexities of the market, legislative hurdles, and the evolving landscape of the legal marijuana sector from the perspective of an industry insider.
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Why Startups Fail
A New Roadmap for Entrepreneurial Success
Tom Eisenmann
The book analyzes common patterns and reasons behind startup failures, drawing from real-world case studies and research. It provides entrepreneurs with actionable insights and strategies to avoid pitfalls and build a successful business by focusing on issues such as market fit, leadership challenges, and financial management.
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The Boutique
How To Start, Scale, And Sell A Professional Services Firm
Greg Alexander
The book provides a comprehensive guide for entrepreneurs on establishing, growing, and eventually selling a professional services firm, covering strategies for different stages of business development. It includes practical advice on topics such as client acquisition, service delivery, team building, and exit planning to maximize the firm's value.
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