In the article “Indicators of Leadership Potential” Ram Charan writes about how to identify a high potential leader. He identifies 8 specific characteristics that separate high potential leaders from the average. The leaders I work with are constantly challenged with finding high potential people to add to their team. This article is a nice summary of some of the competencies and characteristics you need to consider as you build your team.
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by Noah J. Goldstein, Steve J. Martin, and Robert B Cialdini
I work with hundreds of leaders annually to help them increase their ability to influence. There is often a misconception that if information is presented in a clear, logical way, people will buy into the idea. That simply isn’t enough. Anyone who needs to influence others will find value in this book. It contains short chapters that give research-based nuggets of insight that are easy to apply. Apply them consistently along with clear, concise content, and your ability to influence is sure to increase.
Once you’ve read it, we’d love to hear which of the 50 ways were most effective for you.
by Jonah Lehrer
Whether we’re making a decision or determining the best solution for a problem, we often think our decisions are purely rational. Psychologists have known for a long time that that isn’t the case. “How We Decide” describes the neuroscience of decision making in a practical, relevant, easily digestible way. When we understand that we aren’t purely rational thinkers and learn how and when to use emotional data, we can make better decisions and solve problems more effectively. This book gives great insight into doing just that.
Have you read this book? What did you think? What other books on decision making and problem solving have made an impact on you?
by Malcolm Gladwell
David and Goliath gives a thought-provoking perspective on approaching challenges. Leaders’ perceptions and beliefs often limit how they how they approach challenges. This book tests commonly held beliefs and opens a reader’s to different perspectives. If you’re like me, you’ll repeatedly find yourself saying, “I never thought of it that way” as you read the book. You may even find yourself asking if there is another way to look at the challenges you face every day. It is an easy, interesting read that left me thinking long after I finished the book
Have you read this book? We’d love to hear some of the ways it has impacted you. Please leave us your thoughts in the comments.
