As we head into the summer break, you may find yourself with a quiet moment or two to pick up a book. Whether it’s practical return-to-work advice you’re seeking, writing inspiration, insights around how AI is changing the world of work, or some inspiring stories of courage resilience and action, there’s hopefully something in our top 5 list for everyone to enjoy!
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Return Journey Return Journey is the go-to guide for professionals returning to work after a career break. Like having a wise companion by your side, this book will support you at each step of the way through a mix of practical advice, coaching exercises, psychology research and real-life case studies. We love that Return Journey changes the narrative around career breaks. It’s not about hiding your career break, it’s about valuing the wealth of skills and experience you bring from before and during your career break, and building a career that is more successful and rewarding than ever before. |
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Write Your Career Mark Crossfield Through guided writing exercises and tools, this book introduces writing as a powerful career tool to help you clarify your thinking, navigate change and shape meaningful work. You’ll be guided to create a personal framework for making decisions about your work and turn insight into meaningful practical action. |
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How AI Will Change Your Life Patrick Dixon This book explores how AI is reshaping work by taking on repetitive and technical tasks, and freeing people up to focus on higher‑value thinking. Rather than removing the need for skills altogether, Dixon shows how AI is changing which skills matter… shifting the emphasis towards problem‑solving, judgment and big‑picture thinking and putting a bigger spotlight on human strengths and qualities such as trust, authenticity and emotional intelligence. |
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An Ordinary Story from a Pencil to a Movement When Matthew Norton packed a few pencils for a safari in Kenya and Tanzania, he never imagined it would change his life. A chance encounter led to the founding of the Memusi Foundation, transforming thousands of lives. This book is an inspiring reminder that ordinary people can create extraordinary change by simply choosing to act. |
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The Resilience Project This book explores how three simple practices; gratitude, empathy and mindfulness, can transform mental wellbeing. Inspired by his experiences teaching in rural India, The Resilience Project combines personal stories and practical insights to show that resilience isn’t something we’re born with; it’s something we can build every day. |
We hope these books bring you fresh perspective and encouragement wherever you are in your journey. Let us know what you’re reading this summer!
