Decision-Making & Problem Solving

Improve your relationships and learn essential skills to get the results you want out of every conversation--including difficult ones.

The difference between growing your business and going out of business is your ability to think strategically. The problem is, most leaders are stuck in the operational weeds, struggling to find the time to make better strategic decisions. This challenge is only heightened by the rise of AI.

The guru to the gurus at last shares his knowledge with the rest of us....

From the creator of Valuetainment, the number-one YouTube channel for entrepreneurs, and “one of the most exciting thinkers” in business today, comes a practical and effective guide for thinking more clearly and achieving your most audacious professional goals....

Ray Dalio, one of the world's most successful investors and entrepreneurs, shares the unconventional principles that he's developed, refined, and used over the past 40 years....

Ben Horowitz, cofounder of Andreessen Horowitz and one of Silicon Valley’s most respected entrepreneurs, offers essential advice on building and running a startup....

How do we play to succeed in the game we’re in? In this revelatory new audiobook, Simon Sinek offers a framework for leading with an infinite mindset....

From the author of the international blockbuster The Psychology of Money comes a powerful new tool to unlock one of life’s most challenging puzzles....

In his landmark best seller The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell redefined how we understand the world around us....

Poker champion turned business consultant Annie Duke teaches you how to get comfortable with uncertainty and make better decisions as a result....

In this perennial best seller, embraced by organizations and industries worldwide, globally preeminent management thinkers W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne challenge everything you thought you knew about the requirements for strategic success....

From the author of Expecting Better, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected an economist's guide to the early years of parenting.

A neuroscientist reveals the hidden calculations that shape our daily decisions―and how to make more fulfilling, impactful choices in our work, relationships, and lives.

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living....

With straight talk and practical solutions, Jared Tendler brings a new voice to trading psychology. In The Mental Game of Trading, he busts myths about emotions, greed, and discipline, and shows you how to look past the obvious to identify the real reasons you're struggling....

Daniel Kahneman, uno de los pensadores más importantes del mundo, recibió el premio Nobel de Economía por su trabajo pionero en psicología sobre el modelo racional de la toma de decisiones....

It's true that Maria Konnikova had never actually played poker before and didn't even know the rules when she approached Erik Seidel, Poker Hall of Fame inductee and winner of tens of millions of dollars in earnings, and convinced him to be her mentor....

Nothing is more inspiring than a big vision that becomes a triumphant, new reality. Think of how the Empire State Building went from a sketch to the jewel of New York's skyline in twenty-one months, or how Apple’s iPod went from a project with a single employee to a product launch in eleven months.

You might believe you’re thinking clearly in the moments that matter most. But in all likelihood, when the pressure is on, you won’t be thinking at all....

Why is it so hard to make lasting changes in our companies, in our communities, and in our own lives? The primary obstacle is a conflict that's built into our brains, say Chip and Dan Heath, authors of the critically acclaimed best seller Made to Stick....

Why is Red Bull so popular, though everyone—everyone!—hates the taste? Humans are, in a word, irrational, basing decisions as much on subtle external signals (that little blue can) as on objective qualities (flavor, price, quality)....

Volume 2 of The Great Mental Models series provides a collection of over twenty important concepts from physics, chemistry, and biology in a clear and accessible style.

A successful Wall Street trader turned Cambridge neuroscientist reveals the biology of boom and bust and how risk taking transforms our body chemistry....

Volume 3 of The Great Mental Models series focuses on systems and mathematics, simplifying more than twenty-four key concepts from these technical fields into easy-to-understand terms.

Filled with hundreds of specific examples and organized into a coherent framework of practical concepts that can be applied by managers and entrepreneurs at all levels, Built to Last provides a master blueprint for building organizations....

Damos por hecho que nuestras decisiones parten de un largo proceso de reflexión, que le damos muchas vueltas a los asuntos más importantes de nuestra vida y que pensamos bien antes de pasar a la acción. Pues bien, no es cierto. Estamos biológicamente programados para reaccionar de manera impulsiva y si bien este comportamiento instintivo ayudó a nuestros antepasados a sobrevivir, hoy nos desvía cada vez más del éxito.

Some negotiations are easy. Others are more difficult. And then there are situations that seem completely hopeless. Malhotra identifies three broad approaches for breaking deadlocks and resolving conflicts, and draws out scores of actionable lessons using behind-the-scenes stories of fascinating real-life negotiations, including drafting of the US Constitution, ending bitter disputes in the NFL and NHL, and beating the odds in complex business situations.

Algorithms, machine learning, generative AI. With the latest advancements in technology, data is taking center stage in organizations. But without a clear plan for how you're storing, integrating, and gaining value from that information, your company will be at risk—and fall behind. If you read (or listen to) nothing else on setting a data strategy in your organization, listen to these ten articles.

変化を見抜くことが難しい時代だからこそ、未来を的確に予測し、先回りできたものが生き残る。未来予測のための技法を大公開。

Crucibles: History's Most Formidable Rites of Passage explores fourteen elite organizations, with a special emphasis on the onerous trials designed to cull initiates from aspirants. It analyzes the underlying commonalities of such trials, describing how they work, why people are willing to subject themselves to such rigors, and how such tests benefit or harm the organizations that require them.

This is your toolkit for turbo-charging every aspect of your life, from your boldest ambitions to your daily routines. 100 Ways to Win is packed with great ideas for achieving professional highs, building rewarding relationships, and finding peace, all carefully chosen to help you navigate whatever challenges and opportunities cross your path.

You want to pursue meaningful work and succeed professionally, and you know that personal pursuits matter and fuel your happiness, too. But in today's world, the pressure to do it all can leave you stretched thin and questioning everything—your direction, your choices, and even your ambitions themselves. Time-management techniques and productivity hacks aren’t enough. The endless search for balance feels like chasing a mirage.

Fairness is a sales pitch. Transparency is theater. And loyalty? That’s what people cling to when they’ve already lost. Machiavelli, Inc is not a guide for the idealist. It’s for the operator—those who understand that business isn’t a community potluck. It’s a war of attrition dressed up as a networking brunch. Drawing from Machiavellian principles and fortified with contemporary corporate tactics, this book delivers a hard strategy for those serious about domination, not just survival. From weaponizing patience and incentivizing betrayal, to rewriting the rules mid-play and ...

Master the Art of Project Leadership in Today’s Complex World In an era of digital disruption, AI automation, remote teams, and ever-shifting stakeholder expectations, traditional project management just isn't enough. "Project Management Mastery" is your modern-day field manual—blending timeless fundamentals with real-world strategies for navigating the unpredictable. Written by seasoned leader Mark M. Strong, this definitive guide walks you through every critical phase of project success, from stakeholder communication and risk mitigation to agile execution, resource prioritization, ...

Rupert Murdoch didn’t build a media empire to hand it over to heirs who crave elite applause. "Succession or Surrender?" is a powerful, high-stakes exposé that rips open the secret war inside the Murdoch dynasty—a war that could reshape the future of conservative media forever. As legacy networks crumble, Fox Corporation and News Corp have defied the odds. Valued at nearly $24 billion, Fox thrives by doing what others refuse: telling hard truths, championing Middle America, and staying rooted in tradition. But behind the ratings and boardrooms lies a quiet rebellion. Rupert’s liberal...

Have you ever had a boss who made you question your career, your sanity … or both? Taming Toxic Leaders is your survival guide for navigating the jungle of egos, micromanagers, credit-stealers, and meeting-monopolizers. Steve Gladis, Ph.D.—a seasoned leadership coach and professional “toxic whisperer”—delivers sharp insights and laugh-out-loud truths about working with the people who make you want to scream into a pillow. This book, packed with practical tools and real-world stories, teaches readers how to spot the warning signs, set smart boundaries, and keep their cool when the ...

It's no coincidence we've crossed paths. If you're reading this, a voice inside whispers it's possible to become more creative, productive, and successful. Here's good news: the way to unlock this voice is right at your fingertips. I understand—life moves quickly; it’s complicated and stressful. Turning dreams into reality and unlocking your creative talents can sometimes feel impossible. Perhaps you're struggling with creative blocks, self-doubt, and the nagging question, "Am I really good enough?" That's exactly why I wrote this book: Embracing the Creative Journey gives you a clear ...

Leap Out of Your Lane is a leadership book that challenges listeners to look at changes as opportunities that will take you to greater growth. Drawing from the author’s experience moving to New York with her family, her inspirational stories and from other top executives, it takes you through a journey of overcoming obstacles, struggles, grief with courage, grit, and resilience.

Busy professionals can now master AI-driven optimization while commuting, working, or multitasking.

Making decisions is one of the key tasks of managers, leaders, and professionals. In Smart Management, Jochen Reb, Shenghua Luan, and Gerd Gigerenzer demonstrate how business leaders can utilize heuristics—simple decision-making strategies adapted to the task at hand.

From Saul Colt, the smartest man in the world and the actual brains behind some of the most unforgettable, conversation-starting campaigns of the last two decades, comes The Only Creative Process That Matters. This isn’t another “how to go viral” BS handbook. It’s a raw, laugh-out-loud, wildly actionable roadmap to building unforgettable marketing using two deceptively simple frameworks: WoMBAT (What Might Be All The…) and Laugh/Think/Cry.

Authored by renowned leadership, Agile, and project management trainer and coach Phill Akinwale, PMP, this book serves as a seminal guide to mastering the DIGCIV model—a comprehensive framework for decision-making in the modern digital landscape. DIGCIV: A Model for Problem Solving, Critical Thinking & Creativity is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to refine their decision-making processes in a world dominated by information overload.

Decisions shape organizations. Decisiveness defines leaders. In today’s volatile, fast-paced world, hesitation isn’t just costly—it’s fatal. Organizations are drowning in data but starving for insights, paralyzed by complexity, and slowed by misaligned strategies. The leaders who thrive aren’t just fast or bold—they’re decisively aligned. The Decisive Company by Steve Elliott redefines decision-making for the modern enterprise.

Vergiss klassische Karriere-Ratgeber mit leeren Versprechungen – dieses Buch ist anders. Eine Mischung aus Roman und Sachbuch. Hier bekommst du echte Einblicke, mutige Perspektiven und erprobte Strategien, die dich weiterbringen.

Actúa con valentía. Sé estratégico. Domina el arte de tomar decisiones. Si alguna vez has dudado demasiado antes de actuar o has tomado decisiones impulsivas que lamentaste, este libro te ayudará a encontrar el equilibrio entre la audacia y la precaución.

Esta guía rápida y poderosa te ayuda a tomar decisiones inteligentes y equilibrar la acción audaz con la precaución reflexiva, ya sea en el trabajo, en las relaciones o al enfrentar los desafíos cotidianos.

"Beyond the Odds" offers a nuanced exploration of risk perception and management, challenging conventional wisdom and providing fresh insights into how individuals and organizations perceive, assess, and respond to risks. Drawing on interdisciplinary research and real-world examples, this book examines the cognitive biases and psychological factors that influence risk perception, shedding light on why people often overestimate or underestimate risks.

Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to define us. Probably The Most Important 111 Pages You’ll Ever Read offers a powerful, concise guide to navigating the ups and downs of life. Inside, you’ll discover actionable insights that cover a wide range of topics while still being concise and not overwhelming.

An instructional leadership novel chronicling a company’s transformation from surviving to thriving. It highlights real leadership experiences using Excellent Cultures’ proven process—nearly five decades building the world’s best cultures for the world’s best companies. From surviving to thriving. Gavin Pearson and Stuart Smith were as different as two people could be, each with his own idea of how to grow a successful business. Gavin grew up in one foster home after another until adopted by a loving couple. What began as a wonderful family changed when his adopted father was killed.

Learn the connection between identity and Self-Leadership as you explore the issues that have developed your peripheral identity.

En la obra Growing. Cómo escalar una empresa que está estancada el autor nos ofrece una guía práctica y detallada para líderes y empresarios que buscan revitalizar sus negocios y superar periodos de estancamiento.