Recommended reading.
The Thin Book of Trust, 2nd ed by Charles Feltman
Deconstructs the concept of Trust with precision…and in just 75 pages.
Crucial Conversations, 2nd ed., by Kerry Patterson, et al
Practical guidance on preparing for and engaging in difficult conversations that matter.
Emotional Intelligence 2.0, by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves
Includes a scratch-off strip on the last page. It provides a code for accessing an emotional intelligence test which, in turn, provides recommended strategies for improving one’s emotional intelligence based on your test results.
Managing Transitions, 25th Anniversary Edition, by William Bridges
This is the book that is the inspiration for Chapter 12 in the Toolbox.
The Multiplier Effect, by Liz Wiseman, et al.
Love this book! This book is for managers in schools and non-profits. Wiseman also has a companion book aimed at for-profit managers, Multiplers. Get The Multiplier Effect.
The Culture Code, by Daniel Coyle
Captures the essence of successful cultures as those that build safety, share vulnerability, and establish purpose. Includes a plethora of examples from a wide swath of successful enterprises.
Managing Transitions and The Way of Transition, by William Bridges
Together these books provide solid guidance on designing change and managing the emotional side of transitioning to a new way.
Business Writing with Heart, by Lin Gaertner-Johnston
Down to earth advice on how to write clearly and empathetically. Includes numerous examples of effective and caring messages for frequently encountered business situations.
People Skills: How to Assert Yourself, Listen to Others, and Resolve Conflicts, by Robert Bolton
An invaluable guide to bolstering one’s interpersonal effectiveness. In continuous pubilication for over forty years.
Orbiting the Giant Hairball: A corporate Fool’s Guide to Surviving with Grace, by Gordon Mackenzie
A personal favorite on maintaining personal authenticity and creativity in large corporate settings.
Deconstructs the concept of Trust with precision…and in just 75 pages.
Crucial Conversations, 2nd ed., by Kerry Patterson, et al
Practical guidance on preparing for and engaging in difficult conversations that matter.
Emotional Intelligence 2.0, by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves
Includes a scratch-off strip on the last page. It provides a code for accessing an emotional intelligence test which, in turn, provides recommended strategies for improving one’s emotional intelligence based on your test results.
Managing Transitions, 25th Anniversary Edition, by William Bridges
This is the book that is the inspiration for Chapter 12 in the Toolbox.
The Multiplier Effect, by Liz Wiseman, et al.
Love this book! This book is for managers in schools and non-profits. Wiseman also has a companion book aimed at for-profit managers, Multiplers. Get The Multiplier Effect.
The Culture Code, by Daniel Coyle
Captures the essence of successful cultures as those that build safety, share vulnerability, and establish purpose. Includes a plethora of examples from a wide swath of successful enterprises.
Managing Transitions and The Way of Transition, by William Bridges
Together these books provide solid guidance on designing change and managing the emotional side of transitioning to a new way.
Business Writing with Heart, by Lin Gaertner-Johnston
Down to earth advice on how to write clearly and empathetically. Includes numerous examples of effective and caring messages for frequently encountered business situations.
People Skills: How to Assert Yourself, Listen to Others, and Resolve Conflicts, by Robert Bolton
An invaluable guide to bolstering one’s interpersonal effectiveness. In continuous pubilication for over forty years.
Orbiting the Giant Hairball: A corporate Fool’s Guide to Surviving with Grace, by Gordon Mackenzie
A personal favorite on maintaining personal authenticity and creativity in large corporate settings.
Richard's writings.
The Healthy Workplace Chapbook (2013)
An example of serious fun from a University of Washington community of practice of organization development practitioners.
My Journey to the Center of HR (2016)
A fresh look at the core mission of HR: to create positive, productive workplaces.
Ten Useful Ideas on Systems Thinking (2001; reprinted 2011)
An accessible look at key elements of systemic thinking.
HR Principles Mini-book (2013)
A wallet size mini-book describing the four core principles that inform HR practices.
HR Competency Model (2012)
A personal perspective on the technical, business, and self-awareness skills needed to succeed in HR.
Theory of Practice Coat of Arms (1998)
A self-development tool in which users create their own coat of arms in response to prompts about their history, heroes, and aspirations.
An example of serious fun from a University of Washington community of practice of organization development practitioners.
My Journey to the Center of HR (2016)
A fresh look at the core mission of HR: to create positive, productive workplaces.
Ten Useful Ideas on Systems Thinking (2001; reprinted 2011)
An accessible look at key elements of systemic thinking.
HR Principles Mini-book (2013)
A wallet size mini-book describing the four core principles that inform HR practices.
HR Competency Model (2012)
A personal perspective on the technical, business, and self-awareness skills needed to succeed in HR.
Theory of Practice Coat of Arms (1998)
A self-development tool in which users create their own coat of arms in response to prompts about their history, heroes, and aspirations.
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