I’m always a huge proponent of learning from others. One of the easiest ways to do that is to read great leadership books. There’s a whole slew of them out there. Finding the best can be a challenge.
It’s one of the reasons I share lists of books with you almost every month. I want you to have the best resources to help you and your team grow.
Get ready to find a new favorite read!
5 Leadership Books To Read In August 2026
Team of Teams: New Rules Of Engagement For A Complex World by General Stanley McChrystal:
General Stanley McChrystal quickly realized that traditional military tactics weren’t working when he took command of the Joint Special Operations Task Force in 2004. He knew something had to change. And he was willing to change things.
What does McChrystal teach in Team Of Teams? You’ll find out how to:
- Scale decision making
- Reduce bottlenecks
- Create momentum across boundaries
If this sounds good, grab your copy here.
Multipliers: How The Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Liz Wiseman:
Liz Wiseman believes there are two types of leaders. We’ve all experienced the two types: The drainers and the multipliers.
Wiseman explores the two different leadership styles. More importantly, she shows you how to become a multiplier rather than a drainer.
Her methods include ways to unlock ownership, intelligence, and momentum amongst your teams. It’s a great book you shouldn’t miss.
The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy Edmondson:
We all know attracting the top talent is key to a successful organization. However, it can be hard to attract and retain top talent for one simple reason: people can’t speak their minds. If someone raises an issue, they’re shut down. Or, worse, they’re let go.
Amy Edmondson knows organizations can do better. They can be a fearless organization where people thrive because they’re able to speak their mind in a respectful way.
When people in organizations are able to ask questions (yes, even stupid questions), share ideas without judgment, and dissent from the leader’s opinion, organizations thrive. They find new ways to do things. They find people who are willing to take risks.
If you want to create a Fearless Organization in your company, pick up a copy today.
Nonviolent Communication: Create Your Life, Your Relationships, and Your World in Harmony with Your Values by Marshall Rosenberg:
We’re not mind-readers, though it may feel as if we need to be. That’s because the communication in our organization is lacking.
What if you could change that? What if you could have an organization where communication flows freely? Even desirably?
It’s possible. Marshall Rosenberg lays out the path to do this through Nonviolent Communication.
Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts by Annie Duke:
Leadership is about guiding your people through uncertainty. You never know what tomorrow will bring. Yet, you know tomorrow will come.
Annie Duke looks at how organizations operate under uncertainty and how you can do it better. It’s time to drop the ego and make better decisions.
