An author and avid reader herself, Director of Content Christine Carter shares a few of her top picks for investing in your professional and personal growth this summer—in between the beach reads of course. And we’re all about a healthy work-life integration, so we’ve got a reco for that too! Check out Children of Blood and Bone. It’s the first in a two-part young adult series that is exhilarating, thoughtful, and heart-breaking all at once. It’s a good one to enjoy and discuss with teens and older children.
Now back to business. For organizational leaders and savvy managers interested in promoting authentic diversity and inclusion, leading with empathy, and overall slaying it, consider adding the following to your summer reading list.
Slay Like a Mother: How to Destroy What’s Holding You Back So You Can Live the Life You Want
From author Katherine Wintsch, this one is for any leader working to nourish and retain top female talent. Aggregating the sentiments of millions of caregivers either pushed out of the workforce, subject to the household penalty, or struggling to climb the corporate ladder, it takes a deep dive into where these women need support and empowerment.
Woke, Inc.: Inside Corporate America’s Social Justice Scam
Often, it is just as helpful to learn from others’ mistakes and missteps as it is from what’s worked. In this book, author Vivek Ramaswamy discusses the racial divide in America and what is happening behind the scenes that masquerades as corporate diversity or social responsibility efforts.
The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table
Often called “a must-read for Black aspiring professional women,” author Minda Harts brings to light some of the dog whistle diversity tactics which hold back underrepresented professionals. It is also heralded for discussing intersectionality and all minorities at work.
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership Workbook: Revised & Updated
Any and every business leader should own a copy of John C. Maxwell’s seminal bestseller. It covers many facets of leadership, from serving as a project team lead to running a non-profit to being the CEO of Chick-Fil-A. It’s a staple for Fortune 100 CEOs and has been in circulation for decades for a reason—it’s actionable and impactful.
Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
How do you communicate first with empathy, in a time when the word empathy is misconstrued and overused? Let Brené Brown show you the way. Arguably her best book ever, Brown offers a quick read with practical wisdom. The best part: it is a book for anyone that wants to become a better friend, influencer, colleague, and manager.