Favorite books on leadership styles and mindset training?

Hey all - how do you guys sell or lead things you aren’t genuine believing in? It’s almost like a fake it till you make it? I find it difficult to be behind a product or technology I don’t understand enough of or believe and I previously used to work in sales. Also any books/techniques which help. I am often too genuine or objective.

Our lead partner takes calls on the floor at our client site. It’s rare that people do this, we know to book rooms. Their voice is very loud / stern. Is there any way to make them aware / book a room?

I believe improving one’s sales conversion rate is something everyone want to improve but no one wants to admit they would like to work it. Funny how lawyers will spend thousands on seminars to improve trial skills. But this topic is not discussed in our profession. I have read books in sales. But am unable to find any for lawyers. I want convert every lead I can. Does anyone have tips, books, cle’s or studied this topic?

This is consistent with the research findings in my book "Lead From the Future". The 5-10 year horizon brings as much to see opportunities as much as threats and is the north star; need even now

Does anyone have recommendations for thought leaders/influencers in the M&A space? Looking for blogs, books, YouTube videos? Not currently in the space, trying to learn more as I’m thinking about a pivot after a few years in consulting/startups

I'm looking for recommendations on inspirational content for women leaders. I follow TEDWomen, many podcasts, and the women's conference among other sources. Please add any speakers, books, or events that you may have come across!

I lead a team of women (ranging from 2-8 years into their careers) and want to advocate for their career growth with management. I’ve made the case for promotions and raises (have been pushing for this for months and keep being told “soon”—but I won’t give up), but I also want to try smaller asks and would love suggestions. Are there any books, one-off classes/trainings, virtual events, memberships, etc. that you’d recommend? Thank you!

Which books would you recommend to a product counel for tech startup about strategy, management, and leadership?

Looking for book, podcast and webinar recommendations for starting a new job in a leadership role. Thanks.

Ladies, need some advice. I am in Scrum Master role for tech team that is more senior engineers and architects. Feeling very out of the loop as I am not involved in all the discussions and then asked for progress on items from leaders and that am I not aware of..
the team gets Ad hoc requests so new items come up after that stand up and SM/ M will ping folks directly. Feeling like I have become an assistant who updates tickets and books meetings..

I am studying for MBA and need 3 books. They are very expensive to buy, so I am wondering if any of you have access to a soft copy that you can share.
> Management Research: Applying the Principles by Susan Rose, Nigel Spinks
> Research Methods for Business and Management by Kevin O'Gorman, Robert MacIntosh
> Theory and Practice of Leadership by Roger Gill

Any good books or suggestions to improve communication skills to speak confidently with executive or leadership. Many times I end up blabbering and having unstructured discussion.

Looking for an art partner to come in at the ACD or what my agency calls “group art supervisor” level. Fair warning: it’s pharma, but business is really healthy and leadership usually fights really hard for creative that doesn’t involve couples strolling down the shoreline hand-in-hand :) Hit me with your book if interested

When an agency is about to hire you as a creative lead but without seeing your book to find out what you had done in your career, is that a red flag to you as a creative?

What’s a book you’ve read that made you a better CD. Books on creativity, mentorship, leadership, etc. I want this thread to be a resource for everyone.

What books/reading materials or videos would you consider essential for c-suite leadership?

Just wanted to say, I posted in here about wanting feedback on my book and also about a mentor I can ask questions to bc I don’t have any female creative leadership at my agency. Con’t...

Cisco

Pros:

- fairly decent place to work (from someone who worked with the Vancouver and San Jose offices). never met a blue badger (permanent employee) who had awful things to say.

- Ashley Goodall (their SVP, Methods & Intelligence) co-authored a brilliant book on leadership and people management called “Nine Lies About Work” that makes me believe they can be an awesome place to work

Cons:

- red badgers had low morale since they’re contract workers and can be terminated at any time

Does anyone want to get brunch this weekend?
Finally settled into the city and have the time and desire to keep up with social calendars!

F25- Southeast Austin.
Don’t work at Deloitte anymore, if that matters!

Any good winter caps that will completely cover the ears and stay that way. I bought a couple but all of them lost elasticity and started slipping up within a few days.

Do Americans remember their own colonial history? Why don’t they sympathize with other countries that suffered under colonial rule? There’s a reason why everyone here speaks English and they have

Hi Guys,
In hcl, whether notice period employees would be asked to take power down leaves during Christmas to new year?

Hey there quarantine fish! How is the salary at EY for an SM (7.5 YOE + Tier 1 Canadian MBA).

So many people without masks outside. Do you guys think the second wave will come sooner than expected? What if it doesn’t come? Could this have been a hoax?

Thought experiment for you, fishies.

We all love to hate on billable hours. What’s a real, feasible alternative???

Small agency owner 🙋🏻‍♂️ I’ve wracked my brain and have 3 biz model options, none great:

Billable hrs: Generally accepted. We all know the downsides.

Pay4performance: Big upside potential, tons of risks.

Project pricing: Cloak for billable hours. You have to estimate project cost with something.

Who’s thought of a better approach??? Genuinely curious if there is one.

135k fans at the Indy 500 with no masks today. The PGA championship was full capacity with no masks as well. Both events looked like a replay from pre covid times. Even the stars of the show didn’t really follow covid protocols for optics. Is this a false sense of hope or is covid over in the majority of American’s minds?

2.5 years consulting experience in public sector - mostly local governments, universities and NHS. Anyone out there hiring or willing to refer?

Open to make a move to other sectors as well.

Cheers!

What’s the best way to apply for freelance gigs as a producer? Not getting any bites on WNW

Thoughts on giving your two + weeks notice after you’ve been told you’re receiving a bonus (and it would actually be paid while you’re still at your current firm just after you’ve told them you’re leaving)? Or does everyone just wait until their bonus actually hits their bank account? Being able to give my two weeks early/mid December would be a lot better for me but don’t want to jeopardize not getting my bonus (which comes usually 3rd week of December).

Happy Ganesh Chathurthi! May Lord Ganesha destroy all your Visa issues and fill your life with love and happiness!

Need referal for optum in Pune location.

Tech stack- .NET Full stack, Typescript, API, Azure.

YOE- 10.5

I’m expecting an offer for an Enterprise Azure Sales role at Microsoft. Any insight into their compensation structure? I’m currently making 160k base with a 320k OTE.

Could someone advise the brand/type of shoe that is good for long walks (say 3-5 miles) and is comfortable? I’m not a runner but like long walks and hikes.. thank you

If I make base 150k plus 30-70k in bonuses each year, is it enough to consider getting an electric car costing about 90k? I’ve only ever bought 1 new car and it was under 30k. I technically don’t need a new car or an electric car but I’m really interested in the new Rivian SUV. My general monthly expenses aren’t a lot, which is why I am entertaining this new car as an option.

I'm a VP at Union Bank, which just got acquired by US Bank. I work in quantitative analysis. I think by salary is a bit below market for a VP ($120K). Obviously I'd love to make more. Have those of you at heard of any discussions about raises?

Separately, what is a normal salary for that role at US Bank?

I’m a Sr. TA Partner at a tech company & lead recruiting efforts and ops for my region (North America). On top of recruiting, I get to build, implement and execute programs and software solutions and I’m really loving this part of my job.

Any advice in pivoting to recruiting program management in the tech space?

Parents: thoughts for a fun winter break trip within 3-4 hour flight time? Solo parent + kid. We don't ski.

Anyone looking for a CD/Art with tons of big brand retail, grocery and CPG experience on the agency or client side?

I’m moving from implementation consulting - where details are super important - to a strategy role, working with C suite executives. Got the feedback that I need to think and work less detailed and way more high level/abstract. Any book recommendations to train this skill or get insights how to best think on an abstract level?

Best book you've read recently on personal finance?

What book has changed your life? Looking for personal growth/motivational books for summer

I loved Rise. It really helped me understand the difference in necessary skills and mindset across different leadership levels. Anyone else read it?

Looking for something to help with soft skills in management. Any suggestions?

Just starting out in consulting right out of college. Any book recs?

Any books to recommend on mental strength?

Do you read multiple books at once? Power through one at a time? Do you set a page or chapter daily/weekly goal? Only do audiobooks? Please share your reading habits so we 🐟 can borrow/steal like artists 🎨.

For me, I set 20-30 pg min/night and listen to a different audiobook to/from work. The audiobook thing is new as I've never read >1 at once. Considering 1 chapter/night w/ 3 different books (3 ch/night)... I just want to read them all though not sure - may muddle if one > others.

What is everyone reading right now? Any suggestions?

I just “read” we listened to “The Nowhere Office”. As we are RTOing it really struck home. Highly recommend.

Just read Super Pumped!! Made me realize only a madman like Travis could’ve upended the taxi/ car industry. Anyone else read it?