Below are a list of books, articles and videos that we have found helpful in developing a human-centered approach to leadership and professional development.
Videos
Great reminders of universal truths that you can consume in 10 mins or less.
An amazing description of empathy and why it is so effective at building meaningful relationships.
A great reminder of why curiosity and humility are so important to leading others effectively.
Need to get someone to say yes? This is the science of how to do it.
A simple and useful way to understand what makes someone trustworthy.
Learn from this international Peace negotiator how to listen so that others will open themselves to what you have to offer.
There is only one moment when anything happens. That is right now. This video reminds us of the importance of coming home to the present moment.
Books
For a deeper dive into the fascinating world of human interaction. These books have proved inspirational and immensely valuable.
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Cathy Salit and everyone at “Performance of a Lifetime” have been amazing mentors and friends. This book gives a wonderful perspective on human growth and development. Practical and applicable, the exercises and insights shared are useful for leaders at all levels.
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The cognitive science of what makes us influential. A great read for those of us who love to know what the research says.
An amazing exploration of how humility and curiosity can fuel our growth and development and bring others along with us.
This book lays out a powerful model for how to have difficult conversations in ways that are effective and productive. It provides incredibly useful tools for creating emotional safety when the stakes are high, emotions are high and opinions differ.
Brene Brown is the best and I won't hear otherwise. This book will change the way you think about courage, love and leadership.
The Nobel prize winning behavioral economist explains how humans make decisions not based on reason but on heuristics or shortcuts in our thinking. This books reveals the ways in which we are hardwired to make less than optimal decisions.
You probably read this in college. It’s worth going back to. One of the best books for personal and leadership development ever written. There is a reason you have heard of this book.
Cialdini spent three "undercover" years applying for and training at used car dealerships, fund-raising organizations, and telemarketing firms to observe real-life situations of persuasion. He distilled their approaches to influence to six principles.
A masterwork in the power of compassion to create connection. This book will help you learn to listen beneath what people are saying to the needs they are trying to communicate.
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