Book Nook

Welcome to my Book Nook

I love to read. Reading is one of the best ways for me to learn about new concepts and ideas. That said, I don’t generally take the time to reflect on what I have just read (i.e., learned) and I often find the content of one book melding into the content of another. So, for 2020, I am setting my intention to change that habit and I will read, rate, review, and share my thoughts on at least one book per month. The books that I’m reviewing will be in the leadership development/personal development/business space. That’s not to say that I’m giving up on fiction (to check out what else I’m reading, you can follow me on Goodreads).

I hope you find these reviews helpful and I welcome your thoughts and comments. I’d also love to hear what you’re reading!

“The Responsibility Process” by Christopher Avery Rating: 5/5 I know that a book has resonated

“The Culture Map” by Erin Meyer Rating: 4/5 I immediately bought The Culture Map after

“Unleashed - The Unapologetic Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You” by Frances Frei &

“Multipliers - How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter” by Liz Wiseman Rating: 5/5

“Company of One” by Paul Jarvis Rating: 3/5 I so wanted to love this book.

“Six Thinking Hats” by Edward de Bono Rating: 4/5 Although this book was originally

“Lean Out: A Meditation on the Madness of Modern Life” by Tara Henley Rating:

“The Five Levels of Leadership” by John C. Maxwell Rating: 4/5 There are so many

“Powerful – Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility” by Patty McCord Ranking:

“Trillion Dollar Coach – The Leadership Playbook of Silicon Valley’s Bill Campbell” by

“Ask For More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything” by Alexandra Carter Rating: 5/5 This book

“Getting Naked” by Patrick Lencioni Ranking: 4/5 If you know me, you know

“White Fragility” by Robin Diangelo Rating: 5/5 Like many people, I’ve been thinking a lot

“The Creative Curve” by Allen Gannett Ranking: 3.5/5 This is a concept book.

“Crucial Accountability” by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, David Maxfield, Ron McMillan, and Al

“The Advice Trap” by Michael Bungay Stanier Ranking: 4/5 This is a companion book

Late Bloomers: The Power of Patience in a World Obsessed with Early Achievement" Rich Karlgaard

“Start With Why” by Simon Sinek Rating: 3/5 3/5 to the book and 5/5

"The Making of a Manager" Julie Zhou Rating: 4/5 New managers and team