“Just be yourself” might be the worst advice you’ve ever received.
In Don’t Be Yourself, psychologist Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic reveals why our obsession with authenticity is backfiring. Drawing on decades of research, he shows how staying “true to yourself” can undermine success and relationships. The most effective people don’t cling to authenticity—they adapt, evolve, and understand others. This book provides a bold rethink of what it really takes to thrive and lead today. |
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From gunpowder to generative AI, the forces of disruption are repeatedly rewriting the rules of business, society, and human possibility. But what drives these revolutionary changes? In Epic Disruptions, innovation expert Scott Anthony masterfully weaves together the fascinating stories behind history’s most transformative disruptions. Through eleven pivotal innovations, including the printing press, mass-produced automobiles, the McDonald’s revolutionary food system, and the iPhone, Anthony reveals the hidden patterns behind world-changing breakthroughs. |
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In Press Play, Bastian Bergmann, cofounder and COO of Solsten, shows how visionary companies are capitalizing on gaming’s unstoppable rise. Drawing on exclusive interviews and access to forward-thinking companies—ranging from Adidas and Puma to NASCAR and Unilever—Bergmann provides an insider's view of gaming's transformative power. |
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Almost everyone has a colleague who makes work harder than it should be. Maybe they’re passive-aggressive, dismissive, or undermining. Whatever the type, the stress adds up, and ignoring it only goes so far.
The Getting Along Toolkit gives you research-backed tactics for handling eight of the most difficult workplace personalities. With assessments, coaching recordings, and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to respond effectively, protect your productivity, and decide when it’s time to disengage. Difficult people may not change, but with the right approach, your outcomes can. |
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