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HBR's 10 Must Reads on Emotional Intelligence, Updated and Expanded (featuring "What Makes a Leader" by Daniel Goleman)

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Develop the most important skill for leadership success

If you read (or listen to) nothing else on emotional intelligence, listen to this book. We've chosen this selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles to help you build the people skills you need to thrive, strengthen your resilience and self-awareness, and adapt your leadership style for any situation.

This book will inspire you to discover your authentic sense of self; become more mindful and present at work; help your team become more emotionally intelligent; build optimism and openness to change; learn from tough criticism; and foster a culture of empathy and belonging.

HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others.

This updated and expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles, additional short-form pieces, and a detailed discussion guide to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.

© 2025 Ascent Audio (Audiobook): 9781663756701

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Audiobook: September 2, 2025

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