Being a Better Manager & Understanding the Past — with Dolly Chugh

In this book, Angela Duckworth presents a compelling argument that success is driven more by grit, a fusion of relentless passion and perseverance, than by talent. She explains what grit is, how to identify and develop it, and how it can be grown through stages such as developing interests, consistent practice, finding a pro-social purpose, and cultivating optimism. The book is structured in three parts: explaining what grit is and why it matters, how to grow grit from the inside out, and how to grow grit from the outside in, targeting parents, coaches, teachers, and organizational leaders. Duckworth supports her arguments with personal stories, historical insights, and interviews with high achievers from various fields.

The Little House on the Prairie series consists of nine novels that follow the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder from her childhood in the Big Woods of Wisconsin to her adulthood in the Dakota Territory. The books chronicle the Ingalls family's experiences, including their moves to various parts of the American frontier, their struggles with disease and natural disasters, and their daily life as pioneers. The series includes titles such as 'Little House in the Big Woods,' 'Little House on the Prairie,' 'On the Banks of Plum Creek,' 'By the Shores of Silver Lake,' 'The Long Winter,' 'Little Town on the Prairie,' 'These Happy Golden Years,' and 'Farmer Boy,' which is about Almanzo Wilder, Laura's future husband.

In 'How: Why How We Do Anything Means Everything,' Dov Seidman argues that the way we conduct ourselves, both personally and professionally, is more crucial than ever in today's interconnected world. The book explores how we think, behave, lead, and govern, highlighting the importance of shared values, transparency, and trust. It provides frameworks and case studies to help readers understand and implement these principles, leading to more successful and ethical organizations. The book includes a foreword by President Bill Clinton and is divided into four comprehensive parts that address the forces reshaping the world, the dynamics of organizational culture, and the need for self-governance and inspirational leadership.