Great Business Teams by Howard Guttman

Great teams make great organizations. Average teams maintain the status quo, making average organizations. So what makes great business teams stand apart? Howard Guttman has the answers.

The One Thing by Gary Keller

What's the one thing you can do right now to change your life? The authors of this book suggest that instead of going after everything at once, successful people choose one activity that will bring the most reward.

21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell

John Maxwell has come up with 21 irrefutable laws of leadership, laws which if applied, can make us all more effective, more efficient and more successful leaders.

The Unstoppables by Bill Schley

Entrepreneurs will make the jobs, invent the industries, create the new markets, and populate the new companies that will rebuild our economic future.

The Power of Your Subconscious Mind

Why can one of us be sad and the other happy? Why can one of us be rich and another poor? Why can one of us have good personal relationships and the other not?

According to Dr Joseph Murphy, it’s all in the mind: the subconscious mind. His book, The Power of Your Subconscious Mind was written a number of years ago when times were very different, but its content still rings true.

The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell

The Tipping Point is a book of significance to anybody who wants to make their product or service viral. It discussed how fashion trends emerge, how specific actions transform markets, how action can have a bigger impact than expected. It’s about how little things have big effects.

Make Your Idea Matter by Bernadette Jiwa

According to Jiwa, the path to success is littered with great ideas poorly marketed. She warns us to not let ours be one of them. Her book is a series of calls to action for budding and established entrepreneurs. We can all come up with great innovative ideas, but unless we make them matter to someone, then they will wither on the vine.

The Character Based Leader

Although there may be differences in the detail, all the authors agree on the core message of this book: that character counts in leadership, and there are key elements that shape character. Character-Based Leadership is leading from who you are, rather than from your power or position.

Selling To The C-Suite by Stephen Bistritz and Nicholas Read

According to Stephen Bistritz and Nicholas Read, selling to senior-level, or ‘C-Suite’, executives requires different skills and strategies from the more traditional departmental-level sale. It’s all about timing.

SPIN Selling by Neil Rackham

Having spent time observing top performers, Neil Rackham has distilled their expertise into a methodology we can all use to better our sales: SPIN Selling. Nearly all effective sales calls can be broken down into four stages.

Now, Discover Your Strengths by Marcus Buckingham

A great organization must not only accommodate the fact that each employee is different, it must capitalist on this difference. Rather than focus on addressing the weaknesses of our teams, we need to exploit their talents and turn them into strengths that we can exploit.

Deep Dive by Rich Horwath

Who does the strategic thinking in your organization? The norm is to assume that senior executives are strategic and lower-level employees are not. But if they are, where do they gain the skills?

Extreme Productivity by Richard Pozen

At some point, we've all asked ourselves "Where can I get more time to do the things I want to do?" The answer, from Robert C. Pozen, is found in his fascinating book Extreme Productivity.

The Challenger Sale by Matthew Dixon

Surveys suggest that customers place the highest value on salespeople who make them think and who find innovative ways to help their business.

Customers expect salespeople to teach them things that they don’t know, and these are the core skills of Challengers—the new type of salespeople we should employ.

Good to Great by Jim Collins

Good to Great was published many years ago, and we could argue that since then the rules of the game have changed, Collins (if he would return my phone calls) would probably say that these principles are timeless, even if the companies themselves aren't.

 The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday

Fear. Frustration. Confusion. Helplessness. Depression. Anger. Why is it that some people get paralyzed by these circumstances and emotions, and others seem to answer the call and deal with life head on - and sometimes, to our amazement, even seem to enjoy it?

Overcoming obstacles, Holiday tells us, is a discipline of three critical steps.

The Language of Emotional Intelligence by Jeanne Segal

Emotional intelligence abilities have been proven to surpass high cognitive intelligence in predicting success in all areas of life - including at home and at work.

Watch this summary and explore the 5 essential skills that define, empower and guide your emotional intelligence in communication, giving you the means to create and sustain secure, successful, long-lasting relationships.

Pitch Anything by Oren Klaff

In his book - based on 10,000 hours of development experience - Oren Klaff suggests this brain entered conflict is the main reason why our pitches fail. He claims there is a fundamental disconnect between the way we pitch anything and the way it is received by our audience. As a result, at the crucial moment, when it is most important to be convincing, nine out of ten times we are not.

Today We Are Rich by Tim Sanders

How do you create and live a richer, more meaningful and effective life? You begin by watching this fascinating video summary of the new book by Tim Sanders.

The 80/20 Principle by Richard Koch

How you choose to spend your time has an enormous impact on your success. Learn the secrets to becoming more productive with the time you already have.

The Ultimate Sales Letter by Dan Kennedy

Very few people can write effectively. And a powerful sales letter can be a very effective tool for your business. Your lesson begins here...

Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely

There's just no rhyme or reason. Why do we splurge on an expensive meal but cut coupons to save pennies on a can of discount tuna? Something's fishy here. Something irrational. Let's find out why.

The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson

Sometimes, it's the slightest thing that spells the difference between success and failure. A webpage, an email, a note, or a phone call. It's time for you to get that slight edge.

Winning with Customers by Keith Pigues

How valuable is your company to your customers? Why? How did it achieve that value? If you don't know the answers, you can't increase the value. Get a better playbook by watching this summary.

Instant Influence by Michael Pantalon

There are 6 scientifically proven steps to influencing the people in your life - in 7 minutes or less! Come learn what a Yale scientist has discovered about the science of influence.

Succeed by Heidi Grant Halvorson (watch on Friday-Sunday)

Setting goals is the easy part, but often the part we get wrong. Learn the scientifically proven way to set your goals so that you actually achieve them. Start by watching this video now!

Disciplined Dreaming by Josh Linkner

Jazz is famously all about creativity and flow. In Josh Linkner's inspiring book, you'll learn how to harness music theory to create new ideas and inspire employees. Do more than just dream.

The Synergist by Les McKeown

Synergy is no 4-letter word. It's not an overhyped concept. It's the rarest of qualities in truly effective managers. Author Les McKeown details how this rare breed can bring out the best in teams.

Influence by Robert Cialdini

We all want it: that secret power to be able to influence anyone to do any thing. Now, Dr. Robert Cialdini shows you how to harness this power for good business. You're [not] getting sleepy.

Good Strategy Bad Strategy, by Richard Rumelt

You're the head honcho, the big brain. Now that you've got 'strategy' in your job description it's time to figure out what's good, what's bad, and what to leave for your retirement novel.

Managing (Right) For The First Time, by David Baker

Woken up and found yourself as a leader or in middle management? Chances are nobody has prepared you for this role. Luckily David Baker has some great advice to help you make it through the rest of the day doing more good than damage.

Read this Before our Next Meeting, by Al Pittampalli

Meetings suck. They can drain energy, money and passion from any company. But there is hope. Watch this summary to put a new form of meeting on your agenda. It will transform your workplace.

Little Bets, by Peter Sims

Steve Jobs, Chris Rock, Frank Gehry, Pixar films and an Army Chief all know that small discoveries and insights can be the fuel that transforms an era. So start small, think small, and aim big.

Obliquity, by John Kay

What is obliquity? Economist John Kay argues that being different, paradoxical and counter-intuitive, often yields surprising results. Do a George Costanza, try an Opposite Day. See what happens!

Start With Why, by Simon Sinek

Do you ever ask yourself why am I doing this? Why are others so much successful than me? Why is that company getting so much more attention? Well, starting with the right question will lead you to the right answer...So start right here.

Do The Work, by Steven Pressfield

Are you your own worst enemy when it comes to work and deadlines? Ever started a project but never finished? Find out how to get out of your own way and simply Do The Work in this video.

Moneyball, by Michael Lewis

Sorry, no Brad Pitt here. Just the remarkable story of Billy Beane, and his goal to win in baseball's Major League with one of the smallest payrolls. His solution? Stats! Ready to play some ball?

Mindset, by Carol Dweck

Change your mindset and you will see the world differently, and help yourself make positive changes in your life. True transformation really is all above your eyebrows.

Three Laws of Performance, by Steve Zaffron and Dave Logan

When work isn't working, some managers struggle with motivating and leading their teams to greater performance. This book can help show you how.

Influencer, by Kerry Patterson

Everyone wants more influence. Whether as a CEO, a dad, a friend, or employee, we all want the ability to convince other people to do what we want. And this superpower can be within your reach.

Bringing Out the Best in Others!, by Thomas K. Connellan, Ph.D.

Whether as a manager, parent, coach or teacher, we all hope to improve performance. Thomas K. Connellan has the research and ideas to help us make ourselves and colleagues perform better.

Authentic Happiness, by Martin Seligman
Science has a lot to say about what makes us happy, including how we think about our past, present and future. Learn it all here.

Servant Leadership In Action, by Ken Blanchard and Renee Broadwell
When you become a leader, you give up your right to think of yourself first. Servant leadership is a behavioral model about always putting others first.

Difficult Conversations, by Douglas Stone
What are the 3 conversations inside every difficult conversation? What are the 5 steps to having a difficult conversation? The answers are, surprisingly, NOT difficult. Learn why and how in this very practical summary.

7 Lessons For Leading In A Crisis, by Bill George

Times are tough. They always have been (despite what we think), and always will be (despite what we wish). But Bill George has some great advice on how to get ahead and build success anyway.

Exceptional Service, Exceptional Profit, by Micah Solomon

One in the hand is worth two in the bush. Unforgettable Customer recognition builds powerful customer loyalty habits. And it all begins with a smile. Find out how in this fascinating video.

The Art of Choosing, by Sheena Iynengar

The choices we make create the life we live. In that context, we could all use a little help in making the right decisions, and defining what's most important. This book can help.

The Lean Startup, by Eric Ries

Just about every startup, doesn't. They fail, implode, bankrupt and shatter dreams. But all is not lost. Follow Eric Ries' theory and your startup may be one of the few to wildly succeed.

The Lean Startup, by Eric Ries

Just about every startup, doesn't. They fail, implode, bankrupt and shatter dreams. But all is not lost. Follow Eric Ries' theory and your startup may be one of the few to wildly succeed.

Who Are You Meant To Be?, by Anne Dranitsaris Ph.D and Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard

Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard align personality theories with current brain science in their new book, to help you truly define who you really are meant to be!

The Greatest Salesman In The World, by Og Mandino

How do you become the greatest salesman in the world? Learn the ten lessons you need to learn to get there.

Team of Teams, by Stanley McChrystal

Learn how General Stanley McChrystal transformed the US military from a top-down organization to a network-driven team of teams.

Talk Less, Say More, by Connie Dieken

Connie Dieken says that face-to-face communication skills are plummeting in the 21st century. She believes we need to embrace 3 key habits to learn how to talk less, and still make things happen.

Stumbling Upon Happiness, by Daniel Gilbert

What will truly make you happy? This summary will give you the answer, but be warned, it may not be what you are expecting!

Give and Take, by Adam Grant

People can give or take. Takers put their interests ahead of others. Givers put others first, giving more than they get. Adam Grant says your success depends on how you interact with other people.

Build an A Team, by Whitney Johnson

It's simple: your business will never grow without a team working together. How far and fast that growth will occur is based entirely on the quality of your team. So don't settle for mediocre employees. Aim higher - aim to build an A team. Read on to learn how.

Sales Growth, by Thomas Baumgartner

Marc Benioff of salesforce.com is amazed that "MBA students can graduate without attending a class in sales." McKinsey sets this right with Sales Growth, a look at the discipline of sales management.

Crush It, by Gary Vaynerchuk

Gary V. raises a glass to the fine art of turning your passions into a business. He's brilliant, he's brash, he's relentlessly inspiring. Time for a little Vay-Ner-Chuk!

The Culture Code, by Daniel Coyle

Company culture can be one of the most misunderstood and under-appreciated elements of success. In this terrific book, Daniel Coyle reveals what's really important, and how to foster a culture that helps your team thrive.

The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg

Charles Duhigg teaches us how habits are formed, how you can change them, and how you can make the change last.

Buyology, by Martin Lindstrom

If marketers could uncover what makes us choose one brand over another, then they would have identified the secret to success. This is what Martin Lindstrom calls our Buyology. Let's find out more.

Winning Body Language For Sales Professionals, by Mark Bowden

We all know that body language is a critical part of our conversations. In Mark Bowden's new book you'll learn why your movements and body actions speak much louder than your words.

First, Break All The Rules, by Marcus Buckingham & Curt Coffman

How does a team manager attract and retain the most talented employees? According to Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman you must First, Break All the Rules. Have courage and watch this episode!

The Thank You Economy, by Gary Vaynerchuk

Are you struggling to figure out exactly how the social media revolution applies to your business? Learn the skills necessary to guide your business into the Thank You Economy with this workshop.

Awesomely Simple, by John Spence

The six core strategies to elevate any business-and how to implement them-made simple

Originals, by Adam Grant

Are you destined to do something truly great with your business and life? Adam Grant has written Originals so you can follow in the footsteps of those who've blazed the trails before you.

Leadership & Self Deception, by Arbinger Institute

There is one specific thing holding us all back from becoming better leaders. Discover more about what it is and how it starts with getting out of "the box."

10% Happier, by Dan Harris

If finding bliss and nirvana has failed you, maybe finding the secrets to becoming 10% happier is the path to fulfillment. Find out how to do it here.

Rethinking Positive Thinking, by Gabrielle Oettingen

Here’s something fascinating: the obstacles that we believe get in our way from achieving our greatest goals can actually help us accomplish them faster. Read our summary to find out why.

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

In his book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni takes a deeper look at the what these common dysfunctions are and how they impact teams.

In this summary we'll uncover each of the five dysfunctions and in turn, explore what you can do as a leader to address them so that you can achieve your greatest goals.

The Referral Engine by John Jantsch

The Referral Engine by John Jantsch offers a systematic approach to establishing word of mouth as a comprehensive marketing strategy.

The book shows you how to craft a strategy that compels customers and partners to voluntarily participate in your marketing, to create positive buzz about your products and services to friends, neighbors, and colleagues.

Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott

Far too often in business and life things are left unsaid.

In Fierce Conversations, Susan Scott gives us 7 principles and 3 tools that we can use to say the things that need to be said, and finally have some real talk in the most important areas of our lives.

Business Stripped Bare, by Richard Branson

Regarded as one of the most successful business people in the world, Richard Branson is a force to be reckoned with. Learn what makes him and Virgin tick.

The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz

Thousands of years ago, the Toltec were known throughout southern Mexico as people of knowledge and Ruiz believes if we follow their advice we can attain "personal freedom". Here's how...

The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz

Thousands of years ago, the Toltec were known throughout southern Mexico as people of knowledge and Ruiz believes if we follow their advice we can attain "personal freedom". Here's how...

Wooden on Leadership, by John Wooden

Legendary basketball coach John Wooden says that how we run the race of life and business — our planning, preparation, practice, and performance - count for everything. Winning is an after effect.

Generations at Work
Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, and Millennials each have unique work ethics, management perspectives, idiosyncratic styles, and different ways of viewing their role in the world.

Assembling an effective team built with this mosaic of individuals can be challenging and rewarding. Here's how...
 

High Profit Prospecting by Mark Hunter
Prospecting is the most critical element of any sales funnel. Without prospects, even the world's best closer will have nothing to work with. This summary busts the myths and shares terrific advice for powering up your prospecting.High Profit Prospecting by Mark Hunter
Prospecting is the most critical element of any sales funnel. Without prospects, even the world's best closer will have nothing to work with. This summary busts the myths and shares terrific advice for powering up your prospecting.

The Speed of Trust, by Steven Covey

Steven Covey believes that trust is "the one thing that changes everything” in both business and life. Our summary reveals the steps you can take to foster this powerful force in all of your relationships.

Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl
In his book, Man's Search For Meaning, Frankl recounts his experiences in the concentration camps of Nazi Germany during WWII. Even though he lost his wife, father, mother and brother, he was able to use his theories - called logotherapy - to stay alive when most people were not.
Learn what this remarkable man can teach us about hope and perseverance in this summary.

Unlimited Power by Tony Robbins
This book is a personal development classic, written by Tony Robbins when he was 25 years old.
These are the principles that Robbins used to go from living in a 400 square foot apartment and washing his dishes in the bathtub to a millionaire many times over in less than three years.

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