By Jennifer Petriglieri Published by Harvard Business Review Press, 2019, 251 pages Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: The changing dynamic of a dual career couple is explored by examining the underlying forces that create imbalances with home and work. Who’s it for? As the title suggests, Couples That...
By Simon Sinek Published by Portfolio Books, October 15, 2019; 272 pages; hardcover $28; e-book $15; audiobook $25 In a nutshell: There’s an important distinction between maintaining the status quo and working with a long-term purpose. Who is it for? General audiences, although the book’s examples make it pertinent...
By Chris Wendel It’s the beginning of a new decade; time to both reflect and look ahead. It’s also been close to 10 years since I began reviewing business-related books for the TCBN. It was recently suggested by local SCORE mentor Ed Ketterer that I put...
[caption id="attachment_27147" align="alignleft" width="253"] dsb Publishing, Sept. 16, 2019 • 267 pages, softcover $29.95[/caption] Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: A thorough reference guide for understanding and addressing the essential elements of running an efficient team or organization. Who is it for? Those working in teams or...
Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Books • June 4, 2019 • 336 pages • hardcover $25 Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: Having a part-time gig or hustle is not just a way to supplement income. It’s also a process to workshop and grow a business while minimizing the risks...
By Malcom Gladwell Little, Brown, and Company: (September 19, 2016) 400 pages; hardcover $30; e-read version $16; audio version $15 Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: In his latest book, writer Malcom Gladwell combines social science with his unique storytelling to explain why all of us are poor...
By Yvan Chouinard Penguin Books; updated 2nd edition (Sept. 6, 2016), 272 pages, softcover: $10 Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: In an encore edition of a book first published in 2005, Yvan Chouinard, founder of the outdoor clothing company Patagonia, authentically tells the story of his business...
By David Epstein Riverhead Books, May 28, 2019 339 pages hardcover $28; softcover, $23; e-read version $15 Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: Reversing a popular belief, author David Epstein makes the case that having a diverse set of skills is more effective over time and more fulfilling...
By Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg, Alan Eagle Harper Business; April 16, 2019; 240 pages; hardcover: $20 In a nutshell: Management and coaching extraordinaire Bill Campbell, an old-school football coach who evolved into a Silicon Valley executive and consultant for major technology companies, is the topic of this motivating...
By Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic Harvard Business Review Press, March 12, 2019 240 pages, Harvard Business Review Press, Hardcover: $25, E-book: $15 Reviewed by Chris Wendel In a nutshell: The number of leaders in business and politics far outnumbers women. Author and authority on talent management Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic explains...
