Shortform Books

John Kotter: Change Management Is a Team Effort

What does John Kotter say about managing change? How is leading change similar to a team sport? Why is it so important to properly support developing leaders? According to John Kotter, change management is a team effort and should not all fall on one individual. This is because many organizations are interdependent, and a change in one department could dramatically affect another one. Here’s what Kotter says about managing change in an organization.

Why Cash Flow and Cash Position Matter

Do you stay on top of your business’s cash flow and cash position? How are they connected to your vision? If you’re a business owner, you naturally keep an eye on profits. But, to ensure that your business continues to grow and stay on track, you also must remain aware of your cash flow and cash position. These are vital pieces to your overall strategy. Keep reading to learn about cash flow and cash position for your business.

The Nazi Hierarchy Was Inspired by Americans

How did the Nazi hierarchy of race and religion come to be? How was the Nazi social order similar to the caste system in America? According to Isabel Wilkerson, the author of Caste, the Nazi hierarchy of race and religion was inspired by the caste system in America. Specifically, she argues, in designing their caste system, the Nazis took inspiration from the American eugenics movement. Keep reading to learn more about the Nazi caste system and how it was developed.

The Virtues of Decentralized Government

What are the downsides of a centralized government? Why is managing decentralized power structures (ironically) easier than centralized systems? In his book Skin in the Game, Nassim Taleb criticizes centralized power structures in which a few people make decisions that affect everyone. He argues that centralized systems are far too complex for individuals to effectively manage from the top down. Instead, Taleb advocates for the decentralization of power—smaller territories are more likely to govern themselves effectively. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of decentralized government: greater accountability and more democratic representation.

Why Is the Hero’s Journey Important and Relevant?

Why is the hero’s journey important? How does the hero’s journey apply in real life? When you recognize that the hero symbolizes the godly potential within all of us, you will recognize why the hero’s journey is important. All cultures and individuals make sense of the world they live in by telling stories. The hero’s journey tells us who we are, and what destinies we are here to fulfill. Read on to fully discover why the hero’s journey is important.

Big Magic: Book Review and Critical Reception

Is Elizabeth Gilbert’s Big Magic worth reading? What is the key premise you can take away from the book? Big Magic is author Elizabeth Gilbert’s guide to leading a more fulfilled life by making creativity, in any guise that suits you, a part of your daily existence. The book offers both spiritual wisdom on how to work with the magical forces of creativity, as well as suggestions on how to create effectively and productively. The following Big Magic book review covers the book’s context, background, and critical reception.

Nassim Taleb: Religion as a Means to Survival

Is religion rational? Does religion benefit or hinder human societies? According to Nassim Taleb, religion is rational in the sense that it contributes to our survival. With this in mind, he argues that everyone is religious to some extent because it is human nature to yearn for the survival of our species. In this article, we’ll explore Taleb’s take on religion as a tool for the end goal of humanity—survival.

Your Mind Is the Gateway to Universal Consciousness

What exactly is Universal Consciousness? Is there a way you can connect to the universal, all-encompassing mind? According to Joseph Murphy, Universal Consciousness is the “life force” that created and continues to manage the entire universe. You are already connected to the Universal Consciousness through your subconscious mind. Through this access, your subconscious mind orchestrates interactions and creates experiences that line up with your habitual conscious thoughts, expectations, and beliefs. These results reflect both how you feel about yourself and what you expect to experience in your life. In this article, you’ll learn how your subconscious mind aligns your life

Authority Bias: How Leaders Gain Blind Trust

What is authority bias? How do you control the impact of the tendency? Áuthority bias is the tendency to blindly obey and adhere to the beliefs and instructions of authority figures. This tendency makes us vulnerable to manipulation by bad leaders. You can control the effect of this cognitive tendency by being careful when appointing leaders and taking time to verify the soundness of the decision of an authority figure. Read on to learn more about authority bias.

How to Instill a Sense of Purpose in Your Employees

Why is having a sense of purpose so important in the workplace? What can you do to foster purpose in your team? In their book Who Not How, authors Sullivan and Hardy explain that your personnel will give their best work when they have a purpose in what they’re doing. There are a few things you can do to instill purpose including encouraging collaboration, trusting your team, and avoiding micromanagement. Here’s how to instill a sense of purpose in your team.