Books on Leadership
The following books on leadership have been read and recommended by top entrepreneurs, business leaders and coaches for years.
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Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't
by Jim Collins
Widely respected in business circles, this book is often cited by executives for its insights into taking a company from average to outstanding.
Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future
by Peter Thiel with Blake Masters
This book, based on a course Thiel taught at Stanford, discusses how companies can better innovate and make unique advancements.
Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
by Brené Brown
Brown’s research on vulnerability and leadership has resonated strongly with leaders focused on emotional intelligence and organizational culture.
Principles: Life and Work
by Ray Dalio
In this book, Dalio shares the guiding principles powering his successful investment firm and his personal life, offering a framework for decision-making.
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
by Daniel H. Pink
Pink’s book challenges traditional motivators and offers new insights on how to engage and inspire teams.
Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t
by Simon Sinek
Sinek explores the importance of leaders fostering a culture of trust and cooperation to achieve success.
Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln
by Doris Kearns Goodwin
This book offers a profound insight into leadership during one of America’s most tumultuous periods, focusing on Lincoln’s mastery of men and how it shaped the most significant presidency in the nation’s history.
American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant
by Ronald C. White
This biography sheds light on the leadership style of one of America’s greatest generals and later a president, focusing on his resilience and humility.
Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration
by Ed Catmull with Amy Wallace
This book offers a look inside the leadership and management philosophy at Pixar Animation Studios, emphasizing the importance of fostering creativity and a collaborative culture.
The Score Takes Care of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership
by Bill Walsh
This book outlines the leadership philosophy of Bill Walsh, the legendary NFL coach, focusing on his detailed approach to team building, self-discipline, and organizational success.
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