Jane E. Dutton Books

How to Be a Positive Leader was edited by organizational scientists Jane E. Dutton and Gretchen M. Spreitzer. Contributing essayists include distinguished researchers Adam Grant, the author of Give and Take, and Amy Wrzesniewski of the Yale School of Management.

  1. 1How to Be a Positive Leader

    How to Be a Positive Leader

    Jane E. Dutton & Gretchen M. Spreitzer

    Small Actions, Big Impact

    4.1 (125 ratings)

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    What's How to Be a Positive Leader about?

    How to Be a Positive Leader examines cutting-edge research from the field of positive organizational behavior, in which companies aim to foster both a positive attitude to work and high performance among employees. The research is complemented with vivid examples from real organizations.

    Who should read How to Be a Positive Leader?

    • Anyone interested in the concept of happiness at work
    • Leaders who want to build thriving, successful organizations
    • Employees who want to be happier and more productive
  2. 2Awakening Compassion at Work

    Awakening Compassion at Work

    Monica C. Worline and Jane E. Dutton

    The Quiet Power That Elevates People and Organizations

    4.3 (33 ratings)

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    What's Awakening Compassion at Work about?

    Awakening Compassion at Work (2017) considers the role of compassion in the workplace. It demonstrates the methods individuals and organizations can use to develop a culture of empathy and compassion, and shows how individuals and companies alike can benefit from such an approach.

    Who should read Awakening Compassion at Work?

    • Managers and leaders
    • Business psychologists
    • Overworked employees looking for a new company