Books of the Month

“Good to Great” by Jim Collins is a business book that explores the factors that differentiate good companies from truly great ones. The book is based on extensive research and analysis of successful companies over a 5-year period and presents a framework for achieving sustained greatness in business.

“Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” by Robert Cialdini is a classic book on the psychology of persuasion and how people are influenced to say “yes” to requests, offers, or suggestions. Cialdini explores various principles of influence and provides insights into the art of persuasion.

“The Talent Code” by Daniel Coyle is a book that explores the science and psychology behind the development of talent and skills. Coyle delves into the idea that talent is not just a result of genetics but is cultivated through specific methods and practices. The book uncovers the common factors that contribute to exceptional performance in various fields.

“The 4 Disciplines of Execution” (4DX) by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, and Jim Huling is a business strategy book that provides a practical framework for organizations to achieve their strategic goals and execute their plans effectively. The book emphasizes a results-oriented approach to goal-setting and implementation.

“Blue Ocean Strategy” is a business strategy book written by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne. The book introduces a strategic framework that encourages businesses to move away from competition in crowded “Red Ocean” markets, where competition is fierce, and instead, create new, uncontested “Blue Ocean” markets where they can thrive.

“Building a StoryBrand” by Donald Miller is a book that outlines a framework for businesses and individuals to clarify their brand message and effectively communicate it to their target audience. The book draws upon the power of storytelling to make your brand more relatable and memorable.

“Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss is a book that provides negotiation techniques and strategies based on the author’s experience as a former FBI hostage negotiator. The book offers insights into effective negotiation principles that can be applied not only in hostage situations but also in various aspects of everyday life, including business, relationships, and more.

Dan Sullivan, the world’s leading coach for highly successful entrepreneurs, wants you to know that achieving 10X growth is exponentially easier than striving for 2X growth. Most find this idea confusing at first because simply imagining 10X growth causes them to think they need to do 10X more work to achieve it. However, being a 10X entrepreneur is nothing like what most people think.

“Profit First” by Mike Michalowicz is a financial management book aimed at helping small businesses and entrepreneurs improve their financial health and profitability. The core concept of the book is to prioritize profit by implementing a unique financial system within your business.

“Traction” by Gino Wickman is a business book that focuses on helping entrepreneurs and business leaders build a more organized and successful company. The book introduces the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a practical framework that provides a clear and holistic approach to managing a business.