Big Bets
Rajiv Shah
Drawing on his extensive experience in public service and philanthropy, Rajiv Shah presents a compelling 'big bet mindset' and a practical playbook for individuals and organizations to tackle humanity's most pressing challenges. From global health crises to poverty and climate change, this book reveals how to identify root causes, build broad alliances, and relentlessly focus on measurable outcomes to achieve transformative, large-scale change, inspiring readers to believe in their own capacity to make a lasting difference in the world.
Neuroscience for Leadership
Tara Swart
This groundbreaking book bridges the gap between cutting-edge neuroscience and practical leadership, revealing how understanding brain function can revolutionize decision-making, emotional intelligence, and organizational dynamics. Authors Tara Swart, Kitty Chisholm, and Paul Brown provide actionable insights for leaders to harness their own 'brain gain' and inspire others, fostering trust, resilience, and high performance. Discover the neurochemistry behind human behavior and learn how to sculpt your brain for adaptive, effective leadership in any organization.
Exposing the Magic of Design
Jon Kolko
Demystify the 'magic' behind effective design with this practitioner's guide to synthesis. Jon Kolko unveils the theoretical foundations and practical methods that transform complex data into clear, innovative design solutions. This book equips designers and business leaders with repeatable techniques to navigate ill-structured problems, foster empathy, and build robust experience frameworks, bridging the gap between research and groundbreaking design.
Financing Transitions
François M. de Visscher
This book delves into the complex financial dynamics of family businesses, offering crucial insights into balancing shareholder liquidity, capital for growth, and family control across generations. Through practical advice and compelling case studies, it explores how to navigate strategic, generational, and ownership transitions, emphasizing the power of 'patient capital' and effective family governance to ensure long-term success and harmony.
Cracking the PM Interview
Gayle Laakmann McDowell
This comprehensive guide demystifies the often-elusive Product Manager role in the technology industry. Written by experienced PMs from top tech companies, the book provides an in-depth look at what product management entails, how the role varies across different companies, and offers practical strategies for landing a PM job. It covers everything from crafting resumes and cover letters to mastering various interview question types, including behavioral, estimation, product, and even coding questions. Essential reading for anyone aspiring to break into or advance within product management.
The Designful Company
Marty Neumeier
In 'The Designful Company,' Marty Neumeier argues that design thinking is the key to navigating the complexities of modern business and achieving 'nonstop innovation.' This book challenges traditional management models, advocating for a culture where design is not just an aesthetic add-on but a core competence for solving 'wicked problems,' fostering radical differentiation, and building lasting customer loyalty. Neumeier provides a concise yet powerful guide for leaders and organizations looking to transform their approach to creativity, agility, and sustainable success in a rapidly changing world.
Family Business
Ernesto J. Poza; Mary S. Daugherty
A comprehensive guide to the unique dynamics of family businesses, this book explores the challenges and competitive advantages inherent in enterprises where family, ownership, and management intertwine. Rooted in theory, research, and real-world cases, it provides actionable strategies for governance, succession planning, wealth management, and fostering transgenerational entrepreneurship, aiming to ensure the long-term continuity and success of family firms in a global economy.
The Innovator's Dilemma
Clayton M. Christensen
An exploration of why successful companies can fail when confronted with disruptive technologies. Clayton M. Christensen examines the disk drive industry and other examples to illustrate how good management practices can inadvertently lead to a company's downfall, and offers strategies for navigating disruptive innovation.