Why am I passionate about this?

As a youth, I was very athletic and always aspired to be the captain of the team. I worked hard and was very driven to earn this right. As a business person, I have continued that passion for leadership. In addition, due to my sports experience, I am passionate about coaching others. I feel that with the right direction, the right motivation, and the right information, anyone can be successful. All of the authors for the leadership books I have recommended are also giving back to society in their own way. I hope you all enjoy the books on your journey to becoming a great leader!


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People Follow Me: Unlocking Effective Leadership

By Nico D'Alessandro,

Book cover of People Follow Me: Unlocking Effective Leadership

What is my book about?

Effective leadership is essential for cultivating a successful and resilient team in today's complex and dynamic business environment. By being…

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The books I picked & why

Book cover of Strengths Based Leadership: Great Leaders, Teams, and Why People Follow

Nico D'Alessandro Why did I love this book?

This book identifies three keys to being a more effective leader: knowing your strengths and investing in others’ strengths, getting people with the right strengths on your team, and understanding and meeting the four basic needs of those who look to you for leadership.

I recommend this book because Tom Rath recognizes the need to understand one's own strengths so one can leverage them to lead others. This makes leadership more effective for all businesses. Tom describes a big difference between being a manager and a leader. I really like how Tom used real-world examples on this topic.

By Tom Rath,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Strengths Based Leadership as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

From the author of the long-running #1 bestseller StrengthsFinder 2.0 comes a landmark study of great leaders, teams and the reasons why people follow. A unique access code allows you to take a new leadership version of Gallup's StrengthsFinder program. The new version of this program provides you with specific strategies for leading with your top five strengths and enables you to plot the strengths of your team based on the four domains of leadership strength revealed in the book.

Nearly a decade ago, Gallup unveiled the results of a landmark 30-year research project that ignited a global conversation on…


Book cover of Lead With Empathy: Elevate Your Leadership & Management Skills, Build Strong Teams, and Inspire Lasting Change in Your Business

Nico D'Alessandro Why did I love this book?

I recommend this book because Pete clearly understands that empathetic leadership is a way to connect emotionally with your team. I really like how Pete focuses on inspiring his team to do their best and the contribution that makes to the businesses they represent. Pete uses real-world examples to inspire his readers.

By Pete Srodoski,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Lead With Empathy as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

**Winner of the #1 Best New Management Audiobook of 2024 by BookAuthority.org!**

Discover the Future of Leadership in Pete Srodoski's "Lead With Empathy"

In the dynamic world of modern business, success hinges on more than just strategies and goals; it's about the profound impact of leadership. Pete Srodoski's "Lead With Empathy" emerges as a transformative guide, redefining the essence of effective leadership for today's managers and executives.

Why This Book is a Must-Read:

Revolutionize Your Leadership Style: Unlock the potential of empathetic leadership to create a more engaged, productive, and loyal team. Master the Art of Navigating Crises: Learn to…


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Book cover of Wealth Odyssey: The Essential Road Map for Your Financial Journey Where Is It You Are Really Trying to Go with Money?

Wealth Odyssey By Larry R. Frank Sr., Maxwell Limanowski (editor), Peter Sander (editor)

What are you trying to do with your money?

Few of us take the time to analyze our financial needs and goals to answer that pressing question. In Wealth Odyssey, author Larry R. Frank Sr. uses his extensive financial background to provide a universal road map that will help…

Book cover of The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead with Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World

Nico D'Alessandro Why did I love this book?

I recommend this book because not only does it talk about leadership, but it talks about how your leadership can “shine a light in the world.” I really like how Hortense and Caroline correlate how leadership can make a difference in the lives of others. It is very inspiring.

By Hortense le Gentil, Caroline Lambert,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked The Unlocked Leader as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

The most effective leaders are "human leaders:" leading with empathy, vulnerability, and authenticity. But many still adhere to the outdated myth that leaders must be "superhero leaders: infallible, unflappable, and fearless." Tragically, their innate ability to inspire remains locked within, blunting their impact.

In The Unlocked Leader veteran executive leadership coach Hortense le Gentil combines real life stories, rigorous research, and practical tools to explain how superhero leaders can become effective human leaders. You'll discover:

* How to identify the mental obstacles that stand between you and leadership authenticity, and sap your energy and impact - your mindtraps.

* How…


Book cover of Supervisor, Manager, Leader: The Basics of Being a Boss: A common sense approach to the critical skills that most organizations fail to teach their people

Nico D'Alessandro Why did I love this book?

I recommend this book because Mike Kraus understands that leadership comes in different forms and at different levels within an organization. I like how he describes leadership from varying perspectives, making it more of a journey than a destination. This is a must-read for anyone new to management or aspiring to become a manager.


By Mike Kraus,

Why should I read it?

1 author picked Supervisor, Manager, Leader as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Supervisor, Manager, Leader; The Basics of Being a Boss: A common sense approach to the critical skills that most organizations fail to teach their people.
"A concise, practical handbook for bosses of all stripes." Kindle Reviews


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Book cover of The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever

The Coaching Habit By Michael Bungay Stanier,

The coaching book that's for all of us, not just coaches.

It's the best-selling book on coaching this century, with 15k+ online reviews. Brené Brown calls it "a classic". Dan Pink said it was "essential".

It is practical, funny, and short, and "unweirds" coaching. Whether you're a parent, a teacher,…

Book cover of The Boldly Inclusive Leader: Transform Your Workplace (and the World) by Valuing the Differences Within

Nico D'Alessandro Why did I love this book?

I recommend this book because Minette Norman describes leadership as transformational. I like how she describes how, by understanding oneself and one's own leadership capabilities, one can be “bold” and different. Using this, one can lead teams courageously. This is a very inspirational book that every leader should read in their career.

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People Follow Me: Unlocking Effective Leadership

By Nico D'Alessandro,

Book cover of People Follow Me: Unlocking Effective Leadership

What is my book about?

Effective leadership is essential for cultivating a successful and resilient team in today's complex and dynamic business environment. By being flexible, empowering, and resilient, leaders can effectively navigate various challenges and opportunities, optimizing performance and driving success.  

Your path as a leader is as diverse as the experiences that shape it. Embrace this journey with confidence and conviction, knowing that your individuality is your greatest asset. Your unique blend of strengths, values, and insights has the power to make a difference in the world. Above all, remember that Leadership isn’t about job titles or social status, and it is definitely NOT one size fits all—it's about being selfless and making a difference in the lives of others. People follow people, People will follow you!

Book cover of Strengths Based Leadership: Great Leaders, Teams, and Why People Follow
Book cover of Lead With Empathy: Elevate Your Leadership & Management Skills, Build Strong Teams, and Inspire Lasting Change in Your Business
Book cover of The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead with Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World

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