Book notes on Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson <br /> Book about anticipating, accepting, and succeeding within a changing environment. The message is great and the book can be very helpful. The problem (in my opinion) is that the book is written like a kids story which can be its downside if presented to…
Book notes on The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen M.R. Covey Book about impact of trust with respect to costs and ability to get things done. Tools on establishing trust, finding right language to use, noting behaviours that exhibit and build trust. Trust = Confidence; mistrust = suspicion Increased…
Winning With a Culture of Recognition – book notes (Quick read, short book, 4 chapters) Winning With a Culture of Recognition dives into the use of strategic recognition program to promote company culture and increase employee engagement. When incorporated into corporate management practices it can help reinforce desired behaviors out of employees, can help create…
Book summary. (Not investment advice) Notes on Charles D. Ellis’ 1985 (1st) edition of Investment Policy. I borrowed the 1st edition of the book from my father in law. Currently Amazon is selling the 2nd edition of the book. Loser’s game is where the winner wins by making less errors than the loser. For example tennis or…
Ok, so I didn’t actually read the Crucial Conversations in full. I only skimmed the first and last chapters. I did however attend a two day seminar based on this book, graciously sponsored by my employer. Here are some of my takeaways. Conversations become crucial when stakes are high, emotions are running strong, and there are…