The Leadership Challenge: How to Make Extraordinary Things Happen in Organizations
by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. PosnerA foundational text on leadership practices that inspire and motivate, essential for designing impactful programs.
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't
by Jim CollinsExplores key leadership principles that drive organizational success, foundational for assessing leadership needs.
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
by Daniel H. PinkOffers insights into motivation that are crucial for engaging participants in leadership development.
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable
by Patrick LencioniA must-read for understanding team dynamics, helping to create cohesive leadership development programs.
Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't
by Simon SinekExplores how effective leadership fosters trust and collaboration, vital for program design.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
by Stephen R. CoveyProvides timeless principles of personal and interpersonal effectiveness, essential for leadership training.
Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box
by The Arbinger InstituteChallenges conventional views on leadership, offering valuable perspectives for program evaluation.
The Art of Leadership: A Practical Guide to Leadership Development
by Kirk W. McDonaldA practical guide that bridges theory and application, ideal for HR professionals designing programs.