This book helps you understand what empathy is, why it's important, how to surmount the hurdles that make you less empathetic--and when too much empathy is just too much.

This book reveals the key traits of those who emerge stronger from challenges, helps you train your brain to withstand the stresses of daily life, and presents an approach to an effective career reboot.

Managing people is fraught with challenges even if you're a seasoned manager. This book inspires you to tailor your management styles to fit your people; motivate with more responsibility, not more money; support first-time managers; build trust by soliciting input; teach smart people how to learn from failure; and build high-performing teams.

The importance of achieving deep focus goes beyond your own productivity. Deep focus allows you to lead others successfully, harness your emotions, and find greater workplace fulfillment.

Self-awareness is the bedrock of emotional intelligence. It enables you to see your talents, shortcomings, and potential. But you won't be able to achieve self-awareness through personality tests or quarterly feedback alone.