Top 3 Books Leaders Should Read
It’s been said that “Readers are leaders.” The fact is reading is important for a leader’s overall professional and personal development. But with so many books out there it can be overwhelming. This blog looks at the top three books for leaders.
Choosing This Selection
With so many leadership books out there, not to mention overall business and professional books that touch on leadership, it's no easy task choosing three books. The following three have been selected as they offer a great introduction to leadership and are timeless in their advice.
Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
Researching courage, shame, empathy and vulnerability, Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead is a playbook for building courage and bravery as a leader. The book explores in detail the notions of power and vulnerability – daring ourselves not to pretend to have all the answers but instead, lean into uncertainty and even our vulnerability. Brene argues that real authenticity is required in leaders. People want authentic leaders!
Atomic Habits by James Clear
James Clear’s bestselling book Atomic Habits acts is a powerful and practical guide for making small changes to our lifestyle as a simple approach to self-improvement. He teaches the principe of 1% better every day and emphasises small habitual changes can lead to significant personal and professional growth. The fact is habits shape us and so leaders must pay attention to their habits.
The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John. C. Maxwell
One of the best-selling leadership books of all time, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John. C. Maxwell this is a must read and ideally should be on every leader’s bookshelf. Maxwell offers deep insights and takeaways on what it means to be a leader. Every chapter features a practicle exercise for the reader. Thus making you pause and reflect on the lesson. If there is one leadership book you read, make it this one - a timeless classic.
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