‘Bossy Pants’, Tina Fey, Hachette Audio, 2011. So, why am I posting a humor book in this section devoted to business and communications resources? Three reasons: 1. Want to add a few more laughs to get you through each work day? Listen to a funny person. Tina Fey is that. 2. Want to become a … Read more
‘Kiss, Bow or Shake Hands – How to do Business in Sixty Countries’, Terry Morrison, Wayne A. Conaway & George A. Borden, Ph.D., Adams Media Corporation, Holbrook MA, 1994. I’ve used this excellent resource often when working with clients from other countries and regularly recommend it. The workplace communication insight is especially helpful.
As frequent site visitors realize, this ‘BookShelf’ section regularly lists books I’ve found useful and interesting. Two months ago, I included a comprehensive list of the general business-related titles I had mentioned over time.
Looks like that idea was a hit as several readers asked for more. My pleasure to help. The list below includes all the workplace communication-related titles I’ve mentioned in the last three years:
‘A Whole New Mind – Why Right-Brainers Will Rule The Future’, Daniel H. Pink, 2008; Brilliance Audio, MI. The first book by the brilliant author of ‘Drive’ and ‘To Sell Is Human’. I read the book several years ago, but had to experience his work again, this time in the car.
‘To Sell Is Human – the surprising truth about moving others’, Daniel H. Pink, 2012; Penguin Audio, NY. Another excellent book by the author of ‘Drive’ and ‘A Whole New Mind’ well worth the read … or listen.
The 100 Best Business Books of All Time – What They Say, Why They Matter and How They Can Help You’, Jack Covert & Todd Sattersten, 2009, The Penguin Group, New York, NY
‘Built to Last – successful habits of visionary companies’, Jim Collins & Jerry Porras, 1994, Recorded Books, LLC, 2001
‘The Art of Storytelling – Become a Memorable Speaker’, Doug Stevenson, et. al., 2011, Blackstone Audio Inc. Lots of storytelling tips and suggestions from a group of leading professional speakers. ‘Presentations – Proven Techniques for Creating Presentations that Get Results’, Gary McClain, Ph.D., 2007; Adams Media; Avon, MA. An excellent overview of basic skills … Read more
‘The 100 Best Business Books of All Time – What They Say, Why They Matter and How They Can Help You’, Jack Covert & Todd Sattersten, 2009, The Penguin Group, New York, NY. The authors briefly summarize and highlight books in 11 categories. An excellent resource for your business library.
‘How to be a Great Communicator – in Person, on Paper and at the Podium’, Nido Qubein, 2005, Gildan Media Corp. Lots of reinforcing tips and suggestions from one of the Master Communicators.
‘Just Listen’, Mark Goulston, 2011, Gildan Media Group. Learn more about listening … by listening to this audio book.