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Good Bye in the Globe and Mail

Harvey Schachter wrote about Good Bye by Lizzie Bentley Bowers & Alison Lucas in his column ‘We pay a lot of attention at work to beginnings, but change is more effective if we honour endings’.

We pay a lot of attention at work to beginnings, but change is more effective if we honour endings

Executive coaches Lizzie Bentley Bowers and Alison Lucas recommend a four-step process to learn from the past and move forward

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Book Review: Emotional Capital for the Triple Win

“Amber’s robust research, precise definitions, and extensive citations make for an intellectually rigorous read…a well-researched examination of consumer behavior.”

Elena Amber’s book Emotional Capital for the Triple Win was reviewed on Kirkus Reviews.

EMOTIONAL CAPITAL FOR THE TRIPLE WIN | Kirkus Reviews

Amber presents sustainable transformation strategies for consumer-facing businesses in this guide.

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Book Review: Emotional Capital for the Triple Win

“Optimistic call for encouraging sustainable consumption while preserving profitability…Amber’s bold, optimistic vision is inspiring.”

Elena Amber’s book Emotional Capital for the Triple Win was reviewed on Goodreads.

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Noting that overconsumption has led to a host of global crises, Amber (author of The Gift of Sensitivity) presents game-changing business strategies desi…

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Book Review: Measuring Inclusion

‘An ambitious book that I hope becomes an essential text for DEI practitioners over the coming years.’

Measuring Inclusion by Paolo Gaudiano was reviewed by Camille Lemieux for DEI Book Reviews.

A refreshing take on DEI backlash and employee surveys (Measuring Inclusion)

📚 I’m reading 52+ DEI books so you don’t have to. Book review #10 is about Measuring Inclusion: Higher profits and happier people, without guesswork or backlash by Paolo Gaudiano (2024).

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Board Talk selected for the The Talent Advisors reading list

Kathryn Bishop and Gillian Camm’s book, Board Talk was selected on the Talent Advisors reading list for executives and Board Directors.

Nomination Committee’s Vital Role – The Talent Advisors | The NED Advisors – Mentoring, Coaching Reading | Business Books | Next Level or On Boards | Australia or Virtually

The nomination committee helps to maintain a strong and effective board that can drive the organisation’s long-term success and support the alignment of strategic objectives. There is no doubt of the nomination committee’s vital role.

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Book Review: Working Mother

”A must-have resource for expecting or new working moms.” 

Working Mother, by Rachel Morris was reviewed in The Library Journal.

Working Mother: Simple Coaching Strategies for Success at Work and Home

VERDICT A must-have resource for expecting or new working moms. This title is heavy on information about nearly every possible scenario faced by mothers transitioning in and out of the workplace after a pregnancy.

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Book Review: Clearly Agile

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‘Organizations adopting an Agile mindset, attitude, approaches and practices can become more adaptive, inventive and competitive, fostering a culture of ongoing learning and enhancement and Lindsay’s work and instructions are the first step forward’

Clearly Agile by Giles Lindsey was reviewed in the HR Director.

Clearly agile by Giles Lindsay, Reviewed by Monique Vander Eyken

Throughout the book, Giles Lindsay offers strategies to deliver value to your customers more effectively, ensuring you remain a front-runner in this evolving domain. He passionately believes in the transformative power of Agile, and wants to share that passion with you so your organization can truly excel.

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Lauren Neal on fivebooks.com

Lauren Neal’s book, Valued at Work, was one of the ‘Five Books On Reaching Workplace Equality’ recommended by Jayden Gould.

Five Books On Reaching Workplace Equality

These five books focus on empowering individuals to shape positive and effective workplace cultures. They provide practical guidance on how to create environments where employees feel motivated and valued. By offering strategies for effective leadership, honest communication, and personal growth, these books equip women with the tools to drive change and build supportive workspaces.

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Book Review: The 10-Second Customer Journey

‘I highly recommend the book to C-level sponsors of CX or leaders of a CX team!’

Todd Unger’s book,  The 10-Second Customer Journey was reviewed by Matthew Egol of Journey Spark Consulting.

Aligning marketing, product, commerce, and service to drive better outcomes through CX

Customer experience (CX) is a team sport, enabled by a culture of collaboration to achieve your desired business outcomes. In many organizations, CX leaders report to the Chief Marketing Officer, but need to collaborate with others in sales, operations, IT, finance, HR and other functions.

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Book Review: Working Parents-to-be

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‘Grab a copy – it will save you so much time and smooth that emotional rollercoaster that is caring for another human being and working.’

Working Parents-to be by Catherine Oliver, was reviewed in The HRDirector.

Working Parents to be – theHRDIRECTOR

a practical and insightful guide for those navigating the challenges of balancing work and parenthood. Reviewed by Su Sehmer, the book offers comprehensive advice on planning and adapting to the inevitable changes that come with being a working parent.