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A paradigm-shifting exploration of influence that proves empathy, not ruthlessness, is the true source of enduring power. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with The power paradox.
- intellectually stimulating
- hopeful
- reflective
- 01
Power
Jeffrey Pfeffer
An unapologetic, unsentimental masterclass in navigating the brutal realities of workplace politics and human ambition.
- 02
The willpower instinct
Kelly McGonigal
A compassionate, science-backed roadmap to understanding your own mind and gently steering it toward your goals without the guilt trip.
- 03
The Lucifer effect
Zimbardo, Philip
A chilling, meticulously researched descent into the dark side of human nature that will make you question what you are truly capable of.
- 04
The end of power
Moisés Naím
A sweeping, provocative look at how traditional authority is fracturing across every facet of modern life.
- 05
The 48 Laws of Power
Robert Greene · 2005
A ruthless, historically rich masterclass in the dark arts of human psychology and social dominance.
- 06
Social Intelligence
Daniel Goleman · 2006
An illuminating journey into the hidden neural pathways that make us fundamentally wired for human connection.
- 07
Give and Take
Adam Grant
An uplifting, evidence-based exploration that proves nice guys do not actually have to finish last.
- 08
The secret of our success
Joseph Patrick Henrich
A paradigm-shifting exploration that dismantles the myth of the lone genius to reveal the true superpower of our species: our collective brain.
- 09
The Myth of the Strong Leader
Archie Brown
A sweeping, analytical dismantling of the great-man theory of history that champions the quiet power of collaboration.
- 10
The Winner Effect
Ian H. Robertson
A fascinating, slightly unsettling look under the hood of human ambition that reveals how success literally rewires the brain.
- 11
Captivate
Vanessa van Edwards
A science-backed cheat sheet for decoding human behavior and mastering the art of connection.
- 12
Made to stick
Chip Heath and Dan Heath
A masterclass in communication that reads like a collection of fascinating campfire stories.
