Authors
David Maxfield
David Maxfield Books
The authors are a group of leadership and business experts. They also authored the New York Times best seller Crucial Conversations.
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Influencer
Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, David Maxfield, Ron McMillan and Al Switzler
The New Science of Leading Change
3.9 (167 ratings)
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What's Influencer about?
Influencer (2007) distills the essence of how influence works. In addition to providing examples of real people who are highly adept at affecting change, the authors present information rooted in psychology research and give you the tools you need to increase your influence over others.
Who should read Influencer?
- People working in customer service
- Anyone working in public or social policy
- Psychology and sociology students
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Crucial Accountability
Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler and David Maxfield
Tools for Resolving Violated Expectations, Broken Commitments, and Bad Behavior
4.4 (180 ratings)
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What's Crucial Accountability about?
Crucial Accountability (2004) tackles the often tricky issue of addressing broken promises and unmet expectations. The book shares tools and steps for holding friends, family, and colleagues accountable for their actions, and enabling them to fulfill commitments and meet future expectations.
Who should read Crucial Accountability?
- Managers fed up with missed deadlines
- Friends and partners frustrated by broken commitments
- Parents who want to teach their children accountability