Here are a few books about decision making and leadership that I found worth reading and still very relevant, regardless of how things have changed since they were written.
The first two are not only interesting if you’re leading other people, but also if you are running your own business as a solopreneur. Both books talk about value-driven business models, although in very different ways. I found Simon Sinek’s particularly inspiring:
Simon Sinek (2013). Infinite Game.
Seth Godin (2018). This Is Marketing: You Can’t Be Seen Until You Learn to See.
Aaron Dignan (2019). Brave New Work: Are You Ready to Reinvent Your Organization?
Brené Brown (2018). Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
My last recommendation is a good basic reference if you’re looking for a job. It offers detailed advice and examples on how to write your resumes and cover letters, and how to tailor them to your desired position. As much as I recommend it though: given how quickly the job market and its challenges are changing, I would recommend any book (regardless of how recently published) only as a starting point, and as one reference. Always do a detailed search online for specific advice about your desired position and industry, and get personal advice from people who are working and hiring in that field – or better yet, at that company. In addition, make sure your resume has a chance to get past automated Applicant Tracking Systems and in front of human eyes at all. (This is not a topic the book talks about, but it is absolutely essential in any resume you submit online).
Patricia K. Criscito (2013). How to Write Better Résumés and Cover Letters.
by Ursina Teuscher (PhD), at Teuscher Decision Coaching, Portland OR
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