Adam Grant
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Adam M. Grant is an American psychologist and author who is currently a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania specializing in organizational psychology. He received academic tenure aged 28, making him the youngest tenured professor at the Wharton School.
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You Are Your Best Thing
Vulnerability, Shame Resilience, and the Black Experience
An anthology of essays on vulnerability and shame resilience by Black writers, organized by Tarana Burke and Dr. Brené Brown. Contributions from Kiese Laymon, Imani Perry, Laverne Cox, Jason Reynolds, Austin Channing Brown, and others delve into the Black experience with vulnerability and healing, providing a space to process trauma and affirm the fullness of Black love and life.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZThe Bomber Mafia
A Dream, a Temptation, and the Longest Night of the Second World War
Discover the riveting true story behind the moral challenges that faced military strategists during World War II. In The Bomber Mafia, you'll explore how the collision of technology and best intentions changed the face of war. Malcolm Gladwell weaves together the tales of a Dutch genius and his homemade computer, a British psychopath, a pyromaniacal team of chemists at Harvard, and a fierce group of brothers from central Alabama. This book explores the countless lives that were impacted by the differing strategies of Curtis LeMay and Haywood Hansell. Painstakingly researched and expertly brought to life, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the unique challenges and struggles that come with war.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000Z"Subtract" by Leidy Klotz reveals how humans underestimate the power of subtraction in problem-solving, opting to add rather than remove obstacles to achieving their goals. Drawing from extensive research, Klotz provides real-life examples and proven techniques on how to understand and implement subtraction in every aspect of your life, revolutionizing your approach to problem-solving for ultimate success. This thought-provoking book shows how taking away can unlock our greatest potential.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZRecommended by
Bob SuttonGain a new perspective and make better decisions with Julia Galef's The Scout Mindset. Humans tend to defend their beliefs, even if they're wrong. But by adopting a scout mindset, we can learn to survey the terrain and seek the truth. Galef shows us that scouts aren't necessarily smarter or more knowledgeable, but have developed emotional skills and habits that anyone can learn. Using examples from survival stories to CIA operatives, The Scout Mindset explains how to overcome biases and see the world as it truly is.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZDiscover the meaning of true adulthood with Julie Lythcott-Haims' guide to navigating life's transitions. From leaving home to choosing a career, this New York Times bestselling author challenges the traditional markers of adulthood and offers practical strategies for finding your own path. Through heartfelt personal experiences and interviews with a diverse range of individuals, Lythcott-Haims shows that being an adult is not about tick-boxes, but a journey of personal growth and discovery. Join her in taking your turn towards a fulfilling life.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000Z"High Conflict" explores the invisible force that drives us apart in politics, relationships, and daily life. Through captivating stories of people caught in high conflict situations, award-winning journalist Amanda Ripley reveals how we can escape the binary thinking that fuels this damaging phenomenon. From a renowned conflict expert in California to a former gang leader in Chicago, these individuals found ways to transform high conflict into something good. With insights that will transform how we view conflict, "High Conflict" is a must-read for anyone seeking to build stronger connections and break through polarization.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZRecommended by
Jim KnightA hilarious guide for visual learners on how to navigate the pains of being a grown-up. Inspired by an Instagram account, this book is filled with over 100 charts, graphs, and diagrams covering everything from work and family to dating and breakups. With 50% new material, this smart and efficient collection is sure to make being a grown-up a little more manageable - and a lot more fun.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZThis book provides essential guidance for remote workers and managers on how to maintain trust, connection, and productivity in a digital environment. As Covid-19 forces companies to transition to remote work, this book offers evidence-based answers to pressing issues like maintaining work/life balance and building trust without in-person interactions. With actionable steps and interactive tools, Remote Work Revolution helps teams and individuals thrive in the new era of virtual work.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZRecommended by
Bob Sutton"Just Work" by Kim Scott tackles workplace injustice and inequality head-on. The book offers a practical framework for leaders and employees alike to recognize and eliminate biases and exclusions in the workplace. Scott argues that promoting inclusivity and collaboration is not only the ethical thing to do but also essential for the success of any organization. This book provides invaluable insights and guidance for creating more equitable and respectful workplaces.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZUncover the hidden set of rules that governs ownership in Mine!, as two acclaimed law professors explain the simple stories that everyone uses to claim everything. From airplane seats to digital privacy and wealth inequality, discover how ownership is always up for grabs and how you can pick a different story. Eye-opening, mind-bending, and sometimes infuriating, this lively and entertaining guide reveals the rules of ownership that secretly control our lives.
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2021-03-06T00:00:00.000ZRise by Lindsey Vonn
Useful Delusions by Shankar Vedantam
Conflicted by Ian Leslie
Social Chemistry by Marissa King
Eat a Peach by David Chang
Life Is in the Transitions by Bruce Feiler
Perfectly Confident by Don A Moore
Together by Vivek H Murthy
Think Like a Rocket Scientist by Ozan Varol
Joy at Work by Marie Kondo
Weird by Olga Khazan
More Myself by Alicia Keys
What's Your Problem? by Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg
Do Nothing by Celeste Headlee
Powershift by Daymond John
Upstream by Dan Heath
Clearer, Closer, Better by Emily Balcetis
Friendship by Lydia Denworth
All You Have to Do Is Ask by Wayne Baker
Tightrope by Nicholas D. Kristof
The 4 Day Week by Andrew Barnes
You're Not Listening by Kate Murphy
Creative Quest by Questlove
Us vs. Them by Ian Bremmer
Unsafe Thinking by Jonah Sachs
The Opposite of Hate by Sally Kohn
Alive at Work by Daniel M. Cable
Meltdown by Chris Clearfield, András Tilcsik
In Defense of Troublemakers by Charlan Jeanne Nemeth
Just the Funny Parts by Nell Scovell
Dying for a Paycheck by Jeffrey Pfeffer
The CEO next door by Tahl Raz Kim Powell Elena Botelho
Truth by Hector MacDonald
A Second Chance by Catherine Hoke
Cringeworthy by Melissa Dahl
Endure by Alex Hutchinson
Big Potential by Shawn Achor
The Culture Code by Daniel Coyle
That's What She Said by Joanne Lipman
Great at Work by Morten T. Hansen
Rise and Grind by Daymond John
When by Daniel H. Pink
Powerful by Patty McCord
The New Urban Crisis by Richard Florida
Extreme You by Sarah Robb O'Hagan
Irresistible by Adam Alter
Drop the Ball by Tiffany Dufu
Stretch by Scott Sonenshein
Hit Makers by Derek Thompson
Own It by Sallie Krawcheck
There Is No Good Card for This by Kelsey Crowe
The Power of Meaning by Emily Esfahani Smith
Option B by Sheryl Sandberg
Quiet by Susan Cain