Leadership Competency Reading List
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Approachability<br />
Approachability is how easy it is for others to come and talk to you. It is the ability to put people at<br />
ease quickly, so they feel trusted and welcome. It includes an ability to listen and engage with others<br />
that are based on equality and openness, where you give time to the other person. The contrary is<br />
someone who always seems too busy with their own work, leaders who are not prepared to give<br />
their time to help others and make sure people know it. It is someone who really isn’t fun to be<br />
around, can be over demanding and eventually is avoided by peers and subordinates.<br />
How to Talk to Anyone: 21 Tips for Instant Rapport<br />
2017 - Modern Psychology<br />
ISBN-10: 154461263X<br />
ISBN-13: 978-1544612638<br />
This is a book that helps individuals know how to make small talk and make a good impression with others. It is<br />
less about dealing with any deep psychological narcissistic or selfish tendencies, but more about becoming<br />
aware of how to engage with others in the workplace or social settings. It includes a number of communication<br />
tips that are quick to incorporate and should make a difference in how you are perceived by others.<br />
How to Win Friends and Influence People<br />
1936 - Dale Carnegie<br />
ISBN-10: 0091906814<br />
ISBN-13: 978-0091906818<br />
This is a classic and should be on the reading list of anyone interested in being more successful in their career.<br />
It is a good and enjoyable read that describes Carnegie’s journey in business and the things he learned on the<br />
way to his success. Although, not just about being approachable, it does show how you need to take care of<br />
personal interactions if you want sustainable success.<br />
I’m Ok, You're Ok<br />
1973 - Thomas Harris<br />
ISBN-10: 009955755X<br />
ISBN-13: 978-0099557555<br />
This is a really intriguing book that brings to life the theory of transactional analysis in a very readable way. It<br />
is a book that can help us understand a little more about who we are and our attitude to others. For leaders<br />
who are ‘acting out’ in some way then this may help them come to terms with this and then start on a path to<br />
treating themselves and others better.<br />
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