Books

Ever seen a “game-changing” corporate initiative kick off with fanfare, only to tangle employees in a baffling array of buzzwords, then gradually stagnate, and eventually fade away into obscurity—no change, no improvement, no lessons learned? The Incredible Story of Deft (2nd ed.) lays bare the dirty secret tanking most change efforts: overhyped frameworks, mental models, and “miracle cure” certifications that are as ill-timed as they are ultimately useless—except for adorning a CV and fluffing CVs and propping up pretenders who swear they’ve cracked how work “should” be done through allegedly valuable, rare, and inimitable knowledge with a mystical air. Marvel, rage, scoff, laugh (or cry, or both) by observing the interactions of fun characters at a 2-day workshop that aims to train the employees of the fictional Betovlax Corporation on the perils of Deft.

A young, impressionable scholar stumbles upon a hallowed anthology of articles describing "X"—a fabulous, counter-intuitive "thing" every company should be "doing" (duh!) with the potential to change the world of business. Will his "X transformation" succeed? And what will he discover about X, organizations, business and, ultimately, himself?

First Principles in Scrum: The Definitive Guide to Agile Mastery First Principles in Scrum explores the deep foundations of Scrum and Agile, authored by Jeff Sutherland—Co-Creator of Scrum and a signatory of the Agile Manifesto. With a new chapter added every sprint, it now is the largest Agile resource ever compiled. Drawing on his background as a senior research scientist trained in radiation physics, Sutherland explains how principles from physics, biology, and neuroscience shape Scrum’s effectiveness. He also delves into the future of Agile, demonstrating how AI, when integrated with Scrum@Scale, can drive exponential productivity—projected to make teams 30-100 times more productive by 2030 . Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or practitioner, this series is essential reading. It’s a roadmap to mastering agility in a rapidly changing world, offering insights into how the iterative cycles of Agile mirror the adaptability of complex systems while embracing AI as a transformative force.

In a world rife with ceaseless challenges and unexpected obstacles, resilience emerges as the cornerstone for survival and triumph. Journey into the enthralling realm of "Defluffing Resilience," where esteemed business resilience expert Divakar Pandian serves as your guide through ten immersive chapters that delve into the essence of resilience.

Our main character set out on a quest to lead a testing activity. While they searched and searched worldwide, they needed a clear map to guide their quest. And there, my friend, is where this story begins.

So, you are a manager now. You work long hours but nothing changes.You have no idea what your boss needs from you.You do everything for your team but they don’t seem to get it.You always feel pressure and don’t know where your head is. No, it's supposed to be like that. And I have the way out for you.

Discover the 4 key contexts every tech leader must master to thrive: the inward context, the managing up context, the peer context, and the team context. Success as a leader isn’t just about navigating these contexts—it’s about knowing when to shift your focus and how to collaborate strategically within and across them. But the true game-changer lies in fostering cross-functional collaboration with other leaders. By aligning efforts across engineering, product, and design, you can break down silos, amplify innovation, and create a culture of cohesion that drives results at every level of your organization. This book reveals the actionable strategies and insights you need to master the tech leadership dynamic and lead with confidence.

Leadership in Digital Era: Navigate Change and Drive Innovation

After 11+ years working as a software engineer, sharing teams with lots of different people, diverse environments, languages and cultures, I realized that the most important learnings I got from it are related to soft skills and awareness. Let me share them with you ?

Guide your team to achieve unparalleled success with The Inspiring Team Lead. This book offers an end-to-end blueprint for leading teams humanely and effectively, setting you apart as a team lead who inspires great teamwork and delivers extraordinary project results.

Most organizations realize they want their employees to learn, but they don't know how to make that happen. Trying to force learning doesn't work. And most organizations unwittingly do many things to discourage learning. This book offers some ideas to foster learning for better outcomes.

Struggling to communicate technical information at work? This book will teach you key principles, like adjusting to your audience and providing context, plus practical tips and examples. We'll also explore different communication methods and help you choose the most effective one. Get the skills you need to succeed with this comprehensive guide.

Want to learn how to design a winning product strategy from scratch? This book is your complete guide to doing so using the proven Design Sprint method. Don't miss out on this opportunity to outcompete and succeed!