What began as an opener to a fall Silicon Halton CEO P2P meeting, generated so much valuable discussion and learning experience, that it obsessed an entire meeting.
At the previous meeting, the CEO’s elected to each share their favorite business book and importantly, what value they derived from it. As the CEOs find merit and value in each other’s opinions, this appeared to be an interesting exercise. As all are avid business book readers and always looking to maximize their efficiencies, a recommendation from a trusted peer, to prioritize the cornucopia of business books available today, is invaluable. In 2010 alone, there were 316,000 new books, 5% more than in 2009.
Each CEO discussed the importance and relevance of their recommended book, and what from the book, if anything, they incorporated into their businesses, and any resulting successes or learning experiences.
Under the belief that a rising tide raises all boats, the CEO’s elected to share their list publicly with the Silicon Halton community, and, well, anyone who happens upon this page. The CEO P2P group will hold another business book meeting in 2012, until then, there’s plenty below for you to read.
The books are listed in no particular order. Silicon Halton members can join the discussion here. Where we can, Twitter addresses to the author are provided.
Good to Great
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Strengths Finder 2.0 |
Exploiting Chaos
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The Five Dysfunctions
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Brand New World |
The 4-Hour Work Week |
Nothing to Lose, |
Blockbusters: The Five Keys |
Win: The Key Principles to |