Patrick M. Lencioni Books
Patrick Lencioni is president of The Table Group, a management consultancy. His previous bestselling books include Overcoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Death by Meeting and Silos, Politics and Turf Wars. In 2008, CNN Money listed him as one of "ten new gurus you should know."
Patrick M. Lencioni: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team copyright 2002, John Wiley & Sons Inc. Used by permission of John Wiley & Sons Inc. and shall not be made available to any unauthorized third parties.
What's The Five Dysfunctions of a Team about?
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team (2002) presents the notion that teams are inherently dysfunctional, so deliberate steps must be taken to facilitate great teamwork. A knowledgeable team leader can do a great deal to make his or her team effective, and the book outlines practical tools for achieving this.
Who should read The Five Dysfunctions of a Team?
- Anyone interested in the prerequisites of great teamwork
- Anyone interested in the kind of leadership and management that facilitates great teamwork
- Anyone interested in the interpersonal dynamics of the workplace
The Advantage
What's The Advantage about?
These blinks outline the key principles for building a healthy organization where all the employees pull together in the same direction following the same objectives. This enables organizations to achieve their full potential, while unhealthy competitors waste resources in internal squabbles.
Who should read The Advantage?
- Leadership team members in any type of organization
- Anyone working in human resources
- Consultants in the fields of leadership, organizational learning and team building
The Ideal Team Player
What's The Ideal Team Player about?
The Ideal Team Player (2016) explores the role teamwork plays in today’s business environment and shows you how to build a team geared for success. These blinks explain what makes a good team player, how to find them and which strategies you’ll need to build a company around the concept of teamwork.
Who should read The Ideal Team Player?
- Human resources specialists and business leaders
- Professionals curious about their capacity teamwork
- Employees struggling with team relations at work
Getting Naked
What's Getting Naked about?
Getting Naked (2010) is about vulnerability and the incredible power it holds. These blinks explain how to build trust with clients and overcome the three most common fears that prevent you from showing your true vulnerability.
Who should read Getting Naked?
- Business consultants
- Professionals who want to build better relationships
- Anyone who fears vulnerability
The Truth About Employee Engagement
What's The Truth About Employee Engagement about?
The Truth About Employee Engagement (2007) tells you how to turn any type of job from miserable to meaningful. Using three key tips, you’ll find joy and satisfaction in your work. The blinks offer guidance for employers on creating an environment in which employees can thrive, and advice for job seekers on how to find the job that will be the perfect fit for them.
Who should read The Truth About Employee Engagement?
- Managers who want to motivate their employees
- Employees seeking to improve their work experience
- Job seekers looking for more than a paycheck
The Motive
What's The Motive about?
The Motive (2020) dives into the importance of leaders having a strong and clear drive for their work. Centered around two fundamental motives, it guides leaders to recognize their genuine intentions and adopt responsibility-driven leadership for the good of their organizations.
Who should read The Motive?
- Aspiring leaders wanting to know the essence of genuine leadership.
- Managers seeking self-improvement
- Advocates for selfless, service-oriented leadership.
What's The Five Temptations of a CEO about?
In this insightful book, Patrick Lencioni explores the common pitfalls that CEOs often fall into, such as choosing harmony over productive conflict and prioritizing individual status over the success of the team. Through a compelling fable and practical advice, Lencioni offers valuable lessons on how to overcome these temptations and become a more effective leader. It's a must-read for anyone in a leadership role.
Who should read The Five Temptations of a CEO?
- CEOs who want to avoid common pitfalls and improve their leadership skills
- Managers and executives who aspire to become CEOs
- Business professionals seeking practical advice on becoming a more effective leader
Death by Meeting
What's Death by Meeting about?
Death by Meeting (2004) is a part-fable, part-instruction guide to the pitfalls of dull and unproductive meetings. It highlights why meetings can be so damaging to team morale and proposes a fresh approach – relying on healthy conflict and a clear purpose – to keep leaders and participants engaged.
Who should read Death by Meeting?
- Team leaders wanting to enhance meeting effectiveness
- Executives striving to boost team engagement
- Consultants advising clients on best practices for organizational health