Tag Archives: Bookshelf

Learn to be Creative

By Phil Stella | Published: January 2, 2016

‘Out of Our Minds – Learning to be Creative.’ by Sir Ken Robinson, Ph.D., Tantor Audio, 2011.

A fascinating, intellectual and research-rich study of education, learning and the importance of creativity.

Become a Leader

By Phil Stella | Published: November 24, 2015

‘Leadership Rules – how to become the leader you want to be.’ by Chris Widener, Gildan Media Corp, 2011.

An interesting – and short – fable about a demoted plant manager who seeks leadership insight from a state champion high school football coach. At the end, the author summarizes his four Rules of Leadership. Interesting and enjoyable read

What Would Google Do?

By Phil Stella | Published: October 6, 2015

‘Work Rules! – Insights from inside Google that will transform how you work and lead’ by Laszlo Bock, Hachette Audio, 2015.

An amazing audio book written and read by the visionary head of Google’s innovative People Operations group. Lots of impressive stories about how Google recruits, hires, trains, rewards and leads it’s people. With each chapter, Bock provides a succinct summary of how the key concepts and strategies can work in any size company. One of the best books I’ve ever encountered!

More on Confidence

By Phil Stella | Published: August 10, 2015

‘Present with Confidence – Fear No More’ by Micki Holliday, National Press Publications, 2000.

A quick refresher of basic presentation tactics and strategies.

Beat Your Nerves

By Phil Stella | Published: July 4, 2015

‘The Confident Speaker – Beat Your Nerves and Communicate at Your Best in Any Situation’ by Harrison Monarth and Larina Kase, McGraw Hill, 2007.

Very thorough detail about managing Presentation Anxiety and basic skills with lots of suggestions and techniques.

More Great Reads

By Phil Stella | Published: June 1, 2015

Looks like last month’s summary of business books recently mentioned in my site’s ‘BookShelf’ section was a hit, as several of you asked for more. So, my pleasure to add some workplace communication-related titles to your summer reading list … and thanks for asking. Read More »

Read Any Good Books Lately?

By Phil Stella | Published: May 7, 2015

As busy business leaders, you face lots of challenges doing your jobs or running or your businesses. One of the most important challenges is the need for on-going professional education. We may recognize the importance of Life Long Learning, but who has the time and energy to do any of it? Read More »

Be Exceptional

By Phil Stella | Published: May 7, 2015

‘The Exceptional Presenter – a Proven Formula to Open Up and Own the Room, Timothy J. Koegel, Greenleaf Book Group Press, 2007.

A basic refresher of concepts, strategies and techniques for creating and delivering effective presentations.

Content Still Rules

By Phil Stella | Published: February 2, 2015

‘Content Rules – how to create killer blogs, podcasts, videos, ebooks, webinars and more that engage customers and ignite your business’, Ann Handley & C.C. Chapman, Gilden Media Corp, 2011.

An excellent and detailed survey of content marketing concepts, strategies and tactics, read by both authors.

The Art, Science & Psychology of Leadership

By Phil Stella | Published: January 3, 2015

‘Too Many Bosses, Too Few Leaders – the three essential principles you need to become an extraordinary leader’, Rajeev Peshawaria, Tantor Media, Inc., 2011.

An insightful and thought-provoking study of leadership in business today, filled with specific tips and detailed sets of analytical questions to ask yourself.