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7 Books Every HR Leader Should Read in 2019
We’ve all heard of those companies that are just amazing to work at. Or the managers that make such an impact on their teams they inspire them to go above and beyond and deliver incredible results for their company.
Often the secrets of their success aren’t exactly secret – there are countless books detailing the ways companies and managers have nailed the employee experience. Whether told by the employees they influenced or by the managers who blazed a trail with innovative approaches that have since become the gold standard, they all serve as inspiration for any manager.
There are so many great books in the employee experience (EX) space. Which should you read? We asked some of the most influential employee experience visionaries and here’s their most recommended books. From well-known classics to surprisingly helpful non-HR titles, these are the recommended reads of some of the most revered leaders in EX.