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5 Books To Read In January 2025

Wow! It’s the end of the year and a perfect time to make those New Year Resolutions to improve your leadership skills. What better way to do that than through reading?

As always, I’m bringing you five great books to take your leadership to the next level. They may even take your relationships up a notch or two.

Discover the books below!

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5 Books To Read In January 2025

1. A Bushel of Beans and a Peck of Tomatoes: The Life and Times of “The Funniest Man in America” by James Gregory:

James Gregory is more than the funniest man in America. He’s also experienced time as a successful salesperson, world traveler, and public performer. These actions set him up for a full life.  Read more...

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5 Leadership Books To Read In December 2024

I love finding and reading/listening to great books. They help me gather the wisdom of others who have been there and done that. They’ve gone through trials and tribulations I won’t have to if I heed their tales.

That’s why I love bringing you a list of great books to read every month. I can help you avoid some of those same traps and tribulations.

This month is no different. Here’s your reading list for December 2024.

5 Leadership Books To Read In December 2024

1. Tribal Leadership: Leveraging Natural Groups to Build a Thriving Organization by Dave Logan, John King, Halee Fischer-Wright:

In Tribal Leadership, Dave Logan, John King, and Halee Fischer-Wright examine what it takes to build great organizations. They’ve noticed 5 levels to great organizations.   Read more...

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6 Leadership Lessons From Kevin Hart

I struggled to get through Kevin Hart’s book I Can’t Make This Up. But I kept at it. It is the story of Kevin Hart’s life, his struggles, and his rise to comedic and film fame. 

Why did I struggle? Because Hart shares a lot of vulgarity. It almost became overwhelming. However, I’m glad I continued to listen. 

The wisdom Hart shares throughout is inspiring and useful for anyone, even people who may disagree with him.

I wanted to share 6 of the most potent leadership lessons Hart shared. I think they’ll inspire you, challenge you, and make you a better leader.

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6 Leadership Lessons From Kevin Hart

1. Keep showing up:

Hart wasn’t an instant breakout success with comedy. He struggled to be recognized. He would show up to local comedy clubs, underground clubs, and more to get on stage.  Read more...

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5 Leadership Books To Read In November 2024

Great leaders are always looking to increase their knowledge. As I say, one of the best ways to do this is through reading the words of others. 

Through their books, authors share their experiences in life, love, leadership, faith, and beyond. You get to hear what they experienced and how they overcame it all without having to go through it yourself. You get to avoid some of the heartache, pain, and frustration.

That’s what makes learning through reading so valuable. Experience minus the pain.

 

5 Leadership Books To Read In November 2024

This month, we take a look at another set of five books that can propel you further into your leadership. 

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone: A Therapist, HER Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed by Lori Gottlieb:

In her book Maybe You Should Talk To Someone, Lori Gottlieb recalls her time as a therapist while also seeing another therapist. Her insight was fascinating.  Read more...

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5 Leadership Books To Read In October 2024

We know readers are leaders. It’s one of the ways people are able to leapfrog their knowledge.

It’s also one of the reasons I bring you a list of great leadership books every month. Check out these 5 books to expand your leadership knowledge.

5 Leadership Books To Read In October 2024

1. 212 Degrees Leadership – 10 Rules To Highly Effective Leadership by Mac Anderson:

What does it take to become a highly effective leader? Mac Anderson believes there are 10 rules that will help you to get there.

In 212 Degrees Leadership, Anderson shares how one extra degree in your leadership can change things. Not only for yourself but for your people and your organization. 

Let’s dial it up one degree and change the world!

Grab your copy here.  Read more...