DEEP DIVE

Real Reads for Real HR Leaders

Everything you thought you knew about HR is about to change. These books don’t just talk theory—they’ll show you how to turn your HR challenges into wins. Ready to break down the real deal? Let’s go.

Good to Great by Jim Collins

Some companies cruise through life while others launch like a rocket. Collins gets to the heart of why some make the leap while others just stall.

My Takeaway: Stop hiring warm bodies—start hiring A-players. “First Who, Then What.” The right people need no hand-holding. Just let them soar.

The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz

Horowitz tells it like it is. No sugar-coating. We’re talking about the tough stuff that’s never on your LinkedIn feed: the gut-wrenching decisions, the terminations, the crisis moments that make you rethink everything.

My Takeaway: HR isn’t about being liked—it’s about being clear, consistent, and culture-first—even when it’s messy.

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Forget the motivational fluff—this is science, baby. Tiny, consistent changes create massive, game-changing results over time.

My Takeaway: Want a powerhouse team? Build habits that make excellence a given—not a goal.

The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

Duhigg reveals how habits drive our behavior and shape company culture. He explains everything from why you can't stop checking your phone to how Starbucks keeps its team performing at their best, even under pressure.

My Takeaway: You can’t change culture without changing behavior. Start with habits, and everything else falls in line.

Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott

Great leaders don’t just care—they challenge with care. This is the no-BS guide to giving feedback that builds trust, not resentment.

My Takeaway: Teach your managers to lead with brutal honesty and real empathy. It’s how you build a team that stays.

These aren’t just growth hacks—they’re real-world strategies to build better teams and stronger leaders.

STATS

Why These Numbers Matter

• 70% of employee engagement is tied to management (Gallup)

• Companies with strong learning cultures see 30–50% higher retention. (Forbes)

• Replacing an employee can cost approximately 33% of their annual salary. (Work Institute)

• 94% of employees would stay longer at a company that invests in their career development. (LinkedIn)

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- Kareena from NeoPeople

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