Written by Peggy Marshall
In How to Know a Person, David Brooks invites us into one of the most essential relational practices: the art of seeing others deeply and being seen in return. He argues that amid social fragmentation, polarization, and loneliness, the skill of genuine interpersonal connection is exactly what’s missing in our personal, professional, and civic lives. […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
Every so often, a book arrives that causes me to pause—not because it dazzles with new jargon, but because it clarifies something we all feel yet rarely name. Tasha Eurich’s Insight is one of those books. Her research shines a spotlight on self-awareness: the foundation of leadership, growth, and impact. She reveals the surprising […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
Ethan Kross, a neuroscientist at the University of Michigan and author of the bestselling Chatter, has spent years studying the inner voice that drives our emotions. In his new book, Shift: Managing Your Emotions—So They Don’t Manage You, he takes on an even bigger challenge: what to do with the powerful, often disruptive emotions that […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
In today’s workplaces, technical skill alone isn’t enough. Leaders are called on to navigate ambiguity, high-pressure change, and the unpredictable human side of collaboration. In Emotional Agility, Harvard psychologist Susan David offers a research-based framework for one of the most critical—and overlooked—leadership capacities: the ability to work with emotions rather than be driven by them. […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
A Reflective Book Review for Leaders and Coaches We live in a world that often rewards confidence more than curiosity, where being right can seem more valuable than being open. In Think Again, organizational psychologist Adam Grant invites us to consider a different path—one where wisdom comes not from holding tightly to our beliefs, but […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
Book Review: Immunity to Change Why this classic on personal and organizational transformation still matters—especially when we’re trying to sustain impact. One of the most common misconceptions about change is that once people are motivated and committed, the change will naturally stick. But as anyone who’s led or lived through transformation knows, that’s rarely the […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
“Wellbeing at Work: How to Build Resilient and Thriving Teams” by Jim Clifton and Jim Harter is a thought-provoking and practical guide that emphasizes the vital role of employee well-being in organizational success. Published by Gallup Press, the book leverages decades of Gallup research to build a compelling case for prioritizing well-being as an essential […]
Written by Peggy Marshall
Martin Seligman, the father of positive psychology, has written several groundbreaking books that explore happiness, optimism, and well-being. His three most influential works—Learned Optimism, Authentic Happiness, and Flourish—trace the evolution of his research and offer practical strategies for building a meaningful and fulfilling life. 1. Learned Optimism (1991) Theme: How Optimism Shapes Success and Well-being […]
