Drive written by Dan Pink

Brilliant book about what really motivates people.

Scarcity by Sendhill Mullainthan and Eldar Shafir

This book will help you understand how we react to scarcity of resources, such as money and time. It is a fascinating read and one that will change the way you think about time management forever.

Nine Lies About Work written by Marcus Buckingham

A great practical guide to the nine “biggest” lies that for years people have thought to be the truth about what individuals think and feel about the workplace. This book will help the reader completely re-evaluate their approach to leadership and management.

Defy by Dr Sunita Sah

This is a really interesting book that helps you reset your approach to defiance. It helps you understand why compliance is often our “go to” response and how it is ok to defy on occasions, in fact important to defy on occasions. It helps the you understand the difference between defiance and disobedience and how defiance can lead to positive change.

The Making of a Manager written by Julie Zhuo

This is the best book I’ve read for someone making the transition from team member to team manager. It’s full of really practical examples and help to guide the reader through this potentially challenging period.

The Fearless Organisation written by Amy Edmondson

A brilliant book full of practical ideas as to how to create a genuinely psychologically safe environment. Written by Amy Edmondson, who has led so much of the recent research into the subject of psychological safety.

The Collective Edge - Colin M Fisher

There are a lot of books out there about teamwork etc but I found this one to be the most practical and insightful that I have ever read. It challenges the traditional ideas and focuses on four foundational elements; Composition, Goals, Tasks and Norms.

Dare to Lead by Brené Brown

This is a very practical and useful book focusing on the skills and techniques and mentality needed to lead with courage and humility. Brown provides so many examples of how the techniques and approach work, it is immediately “useable” in the live environment.

Why we do what we do by Edward Deci

The book to read if you want to develop your knowledge of intrinsic motivation. If you manage a team and struggle to understand why they aren’t motivated this is the one to read.

Cultures of Growth written by Mary C Murphy

An excellent book that shows how, by understanding the new science of mindset, we can transform individuals, teams and organisations. A must read for managers and leaders.

Relevant Podcasts

Podcasts are good for learning, entertainment, personal growth, and connecting with communities, all while fitting seamlessly into busy lifestyles. Here are a few that we’ve listened to lately and would recommend.