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Overview ‘The Effective Executive’ by Peter F. Drucker is a seminal book that delves into the art of being effective in the management realm. It’s a compact guide that has been sitting on my shelf, and I finally got to dive into its pages over a quiet Easter break. Synopsis ‘The Effective Executive,’ first published…

L’opinion publique est-elle une réalité ou une illusion? Comment se forme-t-elle, comment s’exprime-t-elle, comment évolue-t-elle au fil du temps et des contextes? Quel est son rôle et son influence dans la vie politique et sociale? Quels sont les acteurs, les outils, les enjeux de la scène publique? Autant de questions passionnantes et complexes que les…

Thomas Beaufils, maître de conférences en civilisation des pays néerlandophones à l’université de Lille, nous offre une synthèse remarquable sur l’histoire des Pays-Bas, de leurs origines germaniques à nos jours. Il retrace les grandes étapes et les spécificités de cette nation unique, qui a su faire preuve d’un esprit d’ouverture, d’indépendance et d’ingéniosité, malgré les…

‘Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (And how anyone can harness it. Even you.)’ talks about humor as a powerful tool that can enhance our work and life, but it is often overlooked or misunderstood. That’s why I was intrigued by this book by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas. …

‘Pause: How to press pause before life does it for you’ by Danielle Marchant aims to help readers find balance and happiness in their lives by learning to slow down and reconnect with themselves. The book is inspired by the author’s own experience of suffering a burn-out and recovering through mindfulness and self-care practices. The…

In her book ‘Digital Body Language – How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distance’, Erica Dhawan, a leading expert on collaboration and communication, offers a comprehensive and practical guide to mastering the new signals and cues that have replaced traditional body language in the digital space. She draws on cutting-edge research, engaging…

‘Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!’ by Robert T. Kiyosaki is claimed to be the number one book for personal financial education. The catchy title suggests an interesting concept and a truly important topic: the financial education of our children and…

‘How Charts Lie – Getting Smarter about Visual Information’ from Alberto Cairo aims to educate readers on how to interpret and use charts effectively. Cairo, a data visualization expert and professor at the University of Miami, argues that charts are powerful tools for communication, but they can also mislead, confuse, or manipulate us if we…

‘Why Motivating People Doesn’t Work… And What Does. The New Science of Leading, Energizing and Engaging’ by Susan Fowler challenges the conventional wisdom of using rewards and punishments to motivate people. Fowler argues that these methods are ineffective, frustrating, and even harmful for both leaders and employees. Instead, she proposes a new approach based on…

‘Instagram Rules: The Essential Guide to Building Brands, Business and Community’ by Jodie Cook is a book that teaches you how to use Instagram effectively for your personal or professional goals. Whether you want to promote your brand, grow your business, or connect with your community, this book will show you how to do it…