Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
Just Ask Leadership
Why Great Managers Always Ask the Right Questions
Gary B. Cohen
The book emphasizes the power of inquiry over command in leadership, advocating that managers can drive better performance and engagement by asking insightful questions to guide and empower their teams. It provides strategies and examples for leaders to cultivate a questioning mindset that fosters collaboration, innovation, and effective decision-making.
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Purpose
The Starting Point of Great Companies
Nikos Mourkogiannis
The book explores the concept that a clear, noble purpose is the foundation for the success of any great company, arguing that purpose-driven businesses outperform their competitors and achieve lasting significance. It provides insights into how leaders can identify and implement a compelling purpose, using case studies and practical advice to guide organizations towards sustainable growth and ethical excellence.
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Top Notch Executive Resumes
Creating Flawless Resumes for Managers, Executives, and CEOs
Katharine Hansen
The book provides comprehensive guidance on crafting high-impact resumes tailored for high-level professionals, including strategies for showcasing leadership skills and achievements. It includes samples of executive resumes, tips on branding, and advice on handling complex career scenarios.
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Manage Your Project Portfolio
Increase Your Capacity and Finish More Projects
Johanna Rothman
The book provides strategies and practical methods for prioritizing and managing a diverse range of projects within an organization, helping leaders balance resources and align projects with business goals. It offers insights on decision-making processes, visualizing project progress, and adapting to change to maximize productivity and project completion rates.
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Stories for Work
The Essential Guide to Business Storytelling
Gabrielle Dolan
The book provides insights and practical advice on how to effectively use storytelling in a business context to engage, persuade, and inspire audiences. It includes a variety of real-world examples and techniques to help professionals craft and deliver compelling stories that resonate with stakeholders and enhance communication.
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Breaking Borders
A Remarkable Story of Adventure, Family, and Career Success That Defied All Expectations
Kate Isler
The book chronicles the journey of a woman who, alongside her family, embarks on international adventures, breaking through cultural and professional barriers. It details her experiences in the corporate world, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she faced while achieving career success against the odds.
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Practically Radical
Not-So-Crazy Ways to Transform Your Company, Shake Up Your Industry, and Challenge Yourself
William C. Taylor
The book presents innovative strategies and real-world examples for business leaders seeking to revitalize their organizations and redefine their markets. It emphasizes the importance of creativity, leadership, and unconventional thinking in achieving transformative success.
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Brand Relevance
Making Competitors Irrelevant
David A. Aaker
The book discusses strategies for companies to create and dominate new categories or subcategories, making competitors irrelevant by establishing brand relevance rather than relying on brand preference. It emphasizes innovation, understanding customer segments, creating barriers to competition, and maintaining relevance through continuous renewal.
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Disruptive Marketing
What Growth Hackers, Data Punks, and Other Hybrid Thinkers Can Teach Us About Navigating the New Normal
Geoffrey Colon
The book explores the transformation of marketing in the digital age, advocating for innovative strategies that blend technology, data analysis, and creative risk-taking to break through the noise and engage customers. It provides insights into the mindset of modern marketers who leverage unconventional tactics and agile methodologies to drive growth and adapt to the rapidly changing business landscape.
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Rock the Boat
Embrace Change, Encourage Innovation, and Be a Successful Leader
Danelle Barrett
The book provides insights and strategies for leaders to navigate change effectively, fostering innovation and adaptability within their organizations. It emphasizes the importance of embracing disruption, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, and leading teams with resilience and vision.
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