Workplace Changes

Market volatility. AI. Regulatory uncertainty. Geopolitical risk. Leaders know they must adapt faster than ever—yet most transformation programs still fail to deliver their expected outcomes, with enormous costs to companies, shareholders, and the broader economy. But some companies do succeed...

The best-laid plans are the most fun to break. After years of disappointing her parents, Emberleigh Hayes has finally worked up the courage to run from the man and the life they chose for her (well, not actually run—southern ladies do not sweat). Together with her best friend Ivy, she's armed...

She said it loud enough for the whole bar to hear. He was standing right behind her. Wren Holloway doesn't embarrass easily. She does, however, occasionally say things she shouldn't to strangers in bars — especially after a brutal interview day and one drink too many. What she did not account for: the man she was loudly discussing turning out to be her new boss. Julian Cross is six-two, thirty-eight, and runs a tech empire from a glass office on the forty-second floor. He's composed in a way that feels slightly inhuman, cold to everyone in the building, and apparently amused by her. He ...

Consciousness, teaches Fred Kofman, is the capacity to observe, choose, and act in accord with your values. And conscious business means using that ability at every level of your work: in being aware of the needs of others and expressing your own in seeing the hidden emotional obstacles that may...

Struggling in a toxic work environment? 'The Toxic Workplace Survival Guide' by Sara Baker is your lifeline. This isn't just a book; it's a practical, hands-on toolkit designed for real-world application. Inside, you'll discover: Identify & Tackle Toxicity: Our Comprehensive Toxic Workplace Checklist helps pinpoint issues, setting the stage for positive change. Strategies for Self-Protection: Learn to shield yourself from negativity and grow professionally. Dealing with Toxic Leadership and Toxic Coworkers: Gain insights into handling challenging superiors and colleagues. Survive and Thrive...

Tremendous forces for change are radically reshaping the world of work. Disruptive innovations, radical thinking, new business models and resource scarcity are impacting every sector. Although the scale of expected change is not unprecedented, what is unique is the pervasive nature of the change and its accelerating pace which people in organizations have to cope with. Structures, systems, processes and strategies are relatively simple to understand and even fix.

The myth of innovation is that brilliant ideas leap fully formed from the minds of geniuses. The reality is that most innovations come from a process of rigorous examination through which great ideas are identified and developed before being realized as new offerings and capabilities. This is not a book by designers for designers; this is a book for creative leaders seeking to infuse design thinking into every level of an organization's products or service to drive new alternatives for business and society.

The Advice Trap is about getting to grips with how to actually change your behavior, so you stay curious a little bit longer. It sounds like it should be easy, but it’s not. To get there, leading coach and trainer Michael Bungay Stanier offers specific coaching strategies, particularly on how to focus on what matters most. The audiobook of The Advice Trap gives you tools to make your conversations, coaching, and otherwise, irresistible.

AI can make work faster. But faster is not the same as stronger. Organizations are racing to automate workflows, adopt AI tools, and prove they are ready for the future. The promise is usually clear: save time, reduce cost, increase productivity, and scale faster. But what gets lost when organizations automate before they understand the work? The Hidden Costs of AI is a practical workplace clarity book about the operational, cultural, knowledge, and trust costs that often sit beneath efficiency promises. Artemis Ellis examines what can quietly weaken when automation is introduced too ...

"Organizational Psychology: Enhancing Productivity, Efficiency, and Respect Worldwide" by Ali Muattar is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of organizational psychology. In this enlightening book, Muattar delves into studying human behavior in the workplace, offering valuable insights and practical recommendations for organizations seeking to enhance productivity and efficiency and create a culture of mutual respect. Drawing from a wealth of research, case studies, and real-world examples, Muattar examines the psychological factors that influence individual and group behavior within...

A man can own the view, the name on the door, and the chair behind the desk—and still not own the lock. For twenty years, commercial real estate broker Charlonda Files has been the invisible foundation of her husband’s empire. She negotiated the deals, structured the holding companies, and quietly kept the glass ceiling of Darrin’s ego intact. She was content to be the silent architect of their success—until she discovers he’s been housing his mistress on the company dime and referring to the woman who built him as "just the bookkeeper." Darrin thinks he holds all the power, the ...

Lifestyle changes can be overwhelming: It’s hard to take on major goals without falling prey to self-doubt. But with kaizen, big goals become small, approachable steps. This Japanese method first made waves in the business world by launching Toyota to success; it also adds magic to Marie Kondo’s life-changing method of tidying up. As Kondo puts it: “You can take the first small step toward your dream today, and keep taking small steps to grow your passions.” Now, Sarah Harvey unlocks kaizen’s amazing potential to enhance our everyday lives.

A career advisor explains why many talented, hard-working people often miss out on their full career potential, revealing the tells, blind spots, secrets, and unspoken rules you need to know in order to play the game to win. While many careers have been impacted by economic downturns, failed...

The New York Times best-selling author of The No Asshole Rule reads his guide on how to preserve civility, sanity, and success when facing a business world full of difficult people. Since The No Asshole Rule became a national best seller a decade ago, Robert Sutton has been asked, in a thousand different ways, the best way to deal with an asshole. This new guide presents Sutton's signature prescriptive advice.

From a certified somatic life coach, a feminist guide to reclaiming your self-worth and having healthier relationships—perfect for readers of Burnout and The Body Is Not an Apology. Do you say “yes” when you mean “no”? Do you end up in lopsided relationships, feeling resentful but not...

This critical resource gives managers, HR, and anyone who may come into contact with someone in trauma—including workplace violence, harassment, assault, illness, addiction, fraud, bankruptcy, and more—the tools they need to be prepared for what lies ahead. This book is crucial for every...

Lisa Gable, turnaround mastermind, offers a clear-headed, straightforward method for getting you back on track. For more than 30 years, Lisa Gable has been called to turn around failing organizations and solve seemingly intractable problems. From Silicon Valley to Washington DC, she’s seen it all. Over time, she has learned that the key to course-correct when things go south is applying the discipline of process engineering with diplomacy and humanity, taking care of relationships, and forging strong partnerships.

A personal and professional guide to the latest research on imposterism and psychological flexibility, this book is the professional’s handbook to combating “impostor syndrome” and overcoming self-doubt to achieve career success. Dr. Jill Stoddard is a recovered imposter. For years, she...

ATTENTION STUDENTS: If you need to write a paper on essential skills of I/O psychologists, then this is the perfect reference. It's simple, easy to understand, and right to the point. This book designates and describes 12 essential skills of I/O psychologists. These skills include understanding, teaching, time management, social awareness, leadership, counseling, initiative, numeracy, research, problem-solving, critical thinking, and persuasion. Each skill is summarized by a paragraph containing the key point, and the book is written for easy understanding at all reader levels. If you are ...

Declutter your desk and brighten up your business with this transformative guide from an organizational psychologist and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. The workplace is a magnet for clutter and mess. Who hasn't felt drained by wasteful meetings...