I enjoy reading and find books are a great way to grow my thinking and expand my knowledge. When it comes to my recommendations, here are 5 books on leadership I highly recommend getting a copy of.
How to Win Friends and Influence People
By Dale Carnegie
This book is the playbook for building reciprocating relationships. It has stood the test of time. Any leader or salesperson needs to know the principals in this book. Many of the lessons are one that anyone can use.Â
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleÂ
By Stephen R. Covey
This amazing read is a book that has survived the test of time. It is a book that you will reference throughout your leadership journey. It simple but effective principals such as win/win and sharpen the saw, will make you think as your grow and develop. It has influenced as many leaders as probably any book every written.
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership
By John C. Maxwell
This is an essential read for a leader that is early in their leadership journey. John makes it simple and includes a lot of stories that you can relate too. It is a very easy read and practical.Â
By Patrick Lencioni
This is a short fable on the journey of team building. It is a quick read and I recommend you read along with your team. This is a must read for anyone that participates or leads a team. You will feel like you are in the story as you progress through the book.
By John C. MaxwellÂ
The guide book for anyone that is creating a legacy and a company that is built to last. It is a culmination of 11 key shifts that any leader has to make during their leadership journey.
While these are the books I recommend purchasing so you can reread and reference them, remember many times they can be requested at your local library as well.