Jon Gordon Books
Jon Gordon is a leadership and teamwork expert as well as bestselling author. He regularly shares his knowledge at conferences and has worked with a number of organizations, including The Los Angeles Dodgers, Dell, Southwest Airlines and BB&T Bank.
The Energy Bus
What's The Energy Bus about?
The Energy Bus (2007) is a handbook to positive energy and long-term success in your personal and professional life. These blinks are full of practical advice on how to cut out negative feelings, replace them with positive thoughts and fuel your life journey with committed people and a can-do outlook.
© Jon Gordon: The Energy Bus copyright 2007, John Wiley & Sons Inc. Used by permission of John Wiley & Sons Inc. and shall not be made available to any unauthorized third parties.
Who should read The Energy Bus?
- Anyone in need of an energy boost
- People seeking a more positive lifestyle
- Managers who want a crash course on leadership and teamwork
The Power of a Positive Team
What's The Power of a Positive Team about?
The Power of a Positive Team (2018) shares proven principles that help good teams become great. Using real-life examples from the author’s many years of work in business consulting, the blinks explain how you can improve your team’s communication and commitment while dispelling negativity.
Who should read The Power of a Positive Team?
- Anyone wanting to build a better team
- Leaders looking to brush up on their management skills
- Business owners wanting to improve their company’s culture
What's The Coffee Bean about?
The Coffee Bean (2019) is a modern-day fable that tells the story of Abe, an average American boy whose life is forever changed by a powerful lesson he learns from his science teacher, Mr. Jackson. In carrying that lesson into adulthood, Abe is able to overcome his challenges, stay positive and transform the world around him. By following his life story and learning the lesson that inspired it, we too can take control of our destinies.
Who should read The Coffee Bean?
- People wondering what they can do to overcome their challenges
- Anyone feeling overwhelmed by adversity
- Coffee lovers wondering what’s hidden in their cups of joe
What's The One Truth about?
The One Truth (2023) reveals a pivotal insight that can empower individuals to cultivate resilience and thrive amid life’s challenges. Supported by true anecdotes and practical strategies, it underscores the transformative power of “oneness,” urging people to harness its principles for personal growth and success.
Who should read The One Truth?
- Anyone feeling lost or stuck in life
- Individuals interested in increasing their resilience
- Leaders striving to inspire positive change
The No Complaining Rule
What's The No Complaining Rule about?
The No Complaining Rule by Jon Gordon explores the detrimental effects of constant complaining in the workplace and offers a solution to create a more positive and productive environment. Through real-life examples and practical strategies, Gordon shows how implementing a no complaining rule can lead to increased teamwork, communication, and overall success in any organization.
Who should read The No Complaining Rule?
- Individuals looking to overcome a negative mindset
- Managers seeking to create a positive work environment
- Team leaders wanting to inspire and motivate their team members
Difficult Conversations Don't Have to Be Difficult
What's Difficult Conversations Don't Have to Be Difficult about?
Difficult Conversations Don’t Have to Be Difficult (2024) is a practical guide to navigating challenging discussions. With a focus on work relationships, it provides a step-by-step method to approach difficult conversations with confidence, empathy, and skill. In doing so, it helps transform potential conflicts into opportunities for growth and positive change.
Who should read Difficult Conversations Don't Have to Be Difficult?
- Anyone looking to improve their communication skills
- Business leaders wanting to strengthen their interpersonal skills and build strong teams
- HR professionals looking for additional strategies for handling conflict