What we are reading… in December.
As a team we absolutely love to read. Whether it be a latest release, an undiscovered treasure that has only just come across our radar, or dusting off an old favourite from the bookshelf.
As a team of Business Psychology practitioners, we also know how important it is to keep up-to-date on the latest research, thinking and industry trends. So for a bit of fun, but also in the spirit of ‘caring is sharing’ we thought it might be useful to share what we’re currently reading each month.
Here’s a snapshot of what the Psychology Work’s team have on their reading list for this month…
The Learning Mindset: Combining Human Competencies with Technology to Thrive, by Katja Schipperheijn.
The Learning Mindset explores how adopting a learning-oriented approach is crucial in today's rapidly evolving world. It delves into the essential qualities needed for this mindset, including imagination, curiosity, empathy, and openness and provides insights into how these traits can be developed and how they benefit individuals, teams, and organizations by enhancing innovation, problem-solving, and collaboration.
Through practical guidance and interviews with leaders from global companies it addresses practical strategies for overcoming negative emotions, fostering social collaboration, and becoming an effective learning leader. It covers the neuroscience of learning, the role of diversity in driving innovation, and the interplay between humans and technology, offering valuable tools and insights for cultivating a learning mindset to thrive amidst continuous change.
Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You, Stephanie Chung.
Ally Leadership by Stephanie Chung, a pioneering aviation executive and the first African-American president in private aviation, addresses the challenges of leading a diverse, multi-generational workforce in today’s evolving corporate environment. The book advocates for revolutionising traditional leadership practices to effectively manage a workforce that spans various categories such as race, gender, sexual orientation, and age. Chung emphasises the importance of Ally Leadership—a critical skill for modern leaders to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
The book provides practical strategies for embracing diversity, avoiding cancel culture, and balancing compassion with business objectives. It offers insights into handling sensitive workplace issues, enhancing leadership capabilities through inclusivity, and navigating complex conversations with grace. Drawing from Chung's extensive experience and ground breaking career, Ally Leadership serves as a roadmap for leaders aiming to create a more inclusive and empowering work environment.
Mental Health Microgains: 50 Small Actions That Will Make a Big Difference to Your Wellbeing, Emma Cotterill and Tara Quinn-Cirillo.
Mental Health Microgains by psychologists Dr. Emma Cotterill and Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo offers 50 easy-to-implement strategies, each taking just five minutes, to enhance a person’s mental well-being. Drawing on the sports psychology concept of marginal gains, which emphasises small, incremental improvements that accumulate to significant results, this book provides practical techniques across various psychological approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
The strategies are organised into ten themes—such as mindfulness, social connection, and purposeful action—each designed to integrate seamlessly into a daily routine. With clear directions and evidence-based advice, Mental Health Microgains combines clinical expertise and psychological theory to help build lasting well-being through manageable, incremental changes.
The encore.
If you’ve made it this far and still want more, then why not check out some of our other book recommendations….
