Delegate: Learn How to Let Go with Confidence and Get More Done by Kate Keenan is a practical guide that offers insights and strategies for effective delegation. Recognising that many individuals struggle to delegate tasks due to a fear of losing control or a lack of trust in others, Keenan provides step-by-step advice to overcome these barriers and leverage delegation as a tool for increased productivity and personal growth.
The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya Parker is a compelling and insightful exploration of how we can transform everyday gatherings into meaningful, engaging, and purposeful experiences. Drawing on her experience as a professional facilitator and conflict resolution expert, Parker challenges the conventional ways we gather — whether for work meetings, dinner parties, weddings, or conferences — and offers a fresh framework for creating more intentional and impactful events.
Russ Harris’s The Confidence Gap: A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt is a practical book that challenges traditional ideas about confidence. Instead of waiting to feel confident before taking action, Harris argues that true confidence comes from taking action despite fear and self-doubt. Using principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the book provides psychological tools to help readers break free from anxiety, self-doubt, and avoidance behaviours.
Patrick Lencioni’s The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate the Three Essential Virtues is a practical guide that teaches you how to become a valuable and effective team member by focusing on three key qualities: humility, hunger, and people smarts. The book emphasises that teamwork is essential for success in any organisation and shows how you can grow these traits to work better with others and contribute meaningfully to your team.
Nathaniel Branden’s The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem is a foundational book on understanding, developing, and maintaining self-esteem. Branden, a psychotherapist and pioneer in the study of self-esteem, defines it as "the reputation we acquire with ourselves." He argues that self-esteem is essential for psychological well-being, success, and fulfilment. The book outlines six fundamental pillars that support healthy self-esteem and provides practical exercises to help integrate them into daily life.
Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks by Barry McDonagh is a groundbreaking book that offers a fresh perspective on managing anxiety and overcoming panic attacks. McDonagh presents a unique approach that encourages individuals to embrace and "dare" their anxiety rather than trying to suppress or avoid it. With its practical strategies and empowering mindset, the book has become a valuable resource for those seeking relief from anxiety-related challenges.