Harvard Review: 219 books

Change is the one constant in business, and we must adapt or face obsolescence. Yet certain challenges never go away. That's what makes this book "must read." These are the 10 seminal articles by management's most influential experts, on topics of perennial concern to ambitious managers...

Zeroing in on the specific skills that make great managers stand out from the pack, this comprehensive guide is both an essential primer for new managers and a valuable resource for seasoned executives. From hiring and retaining good people to motivating and developing team members, from understanding...

This book provides the essential ideas on how to be strategic and successful in all stages of negotiation, from preparation, reading the room, keeping heads cool, reaching a deal, and ensuring it is executed. Leading experts on negotiation such as Deepak Malhotra, Jeff Weiss, Alison Woods Brooks,...

The best articles HBR has published on gender and women in leadership and in the workplace. The best articles on gender in the workplace, all in one place. A resource for leaders who want to see change, no matter their own gender identity. Includes both the frameworks that have stood the test...

A collection of the best articles to inspire you and your organization to overcome bias and achieve a more diverse workforce. The ideal volume will cover issues on bias, policy, training/development, hiring, and issues related to underrepresented groups. Content mix will include research-based...

Master the most critical professional skills with this five-volume set that covers topics from personal effectiveness to leading others. This specially priced collection includes books from the HBR Guide series on the topics of Getting the Right Work Done, Better Business Writing, Persuasive Presentations,...

This specially priced four-volume set includes books from the HBR Guide series on the topics of Performance Management, Coaching Employees, Delivering Effective Feedback, and Leading Teams. Set--and adapt--employee and team goals Assess performance fairly Coach your employees through tough situations React...

Take the stress out of giving feedback. To help your employees meet their goals and fulfill their potential, you need to provide them with regular feedback. But the prospect of sharing potentially negative news can be overwhelming. How do you construct your message so that it’s not only well...

While no one likes to be the bearer of bad news, managers are sometimes faced with the difficult task of having to dismiss an employee. In this book, you'll learn how to effectively manage a dismissal--including making key decisions before, during, and after the critical event. Handled skillfully, dismissing an employee can set your team--and your company--on a positive new path.

Ineffective managers sap motivation and kill productivity. So what do you do if you’ve got a manager who’s incompetent, passive, controlling, or all of the above? It can be tough to find straightforward, relevant, and actionable advice. The You at Work: How to Be Effective with a Bad Boss article...

Whether you're starting out in your career or just want a refresher on the fundamentals, the HBR Essential 20-Minute Manager Collection gives you a hand-picked selection of concise, practical primers on the professional skills you need to master most. This specially priced five-volume set includes...

Emotional intelligence has been shown to be more important than other competencies in determining outstanding leadership. Emotions drive some of our most critical professional interactions--whether you're inspiring your team to higher performance, persuading your boss to see something from your point...

The Guide to directing your own professional growth: from identifying your strengths and weaknesses, to setting goals, to identifying training opportunities, to finding a learning community. Helps readers chart their own professional development path Helps readers identify their strengths and...

This book provides the essential ideas on how both startups and incumbent businesses can generate new business models, develop digital business models, and innovate within existing business models. Leading experts such as Clayton Christensen, Vijay Govindarajan, Steve Blank, Mark W. Johnson,...