Leadership Books that Have a Positive Impact for Sales Teams & Individuals

We are sharing summaries of some of the books that have positively impacted our lives and careers. Check out the books we have reviewed so far, from leadership books to relationship building, there are some great tools inside. See for yourself!

Emily Shaw, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book The Big Leap

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

There is likely a way (or many) that you’re currently limiting yourself. If you’re the kind of person that experiences a success and immediately thinks, “but I still haven’t achieved the ten other things on my goal sheet”; or, if you approach victory with self-doubt, or answer it with self-sabotage, this book is for you. Read more of what Emily has to say about this book.

 

Brian Kavicky, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book The Obstacle is the Way

THE OBSTACLE IS THE WAY BY RYAN HOLIDAY

If you are looking for a complete roadmap to fixing your mind and dealing with negative circumstances so that you can turn that to your advantage, this is well worth your time to read. Read more of what sales consultant Brian Kavicky has to say about this book in this post.

 

 

Aaron Prickel, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Slight Edge

The SLIGHT EDGE BY JEFF OLSON

This book boils life and business down to the simplest of forms. It helps us realize that it’s the small things, on a daily basis, that separate the top 5% from the other 95%. Read more of what sales consultant Aaron Prickel has to say about this book in this post.

 

 

 

Shad Tidler, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Think and Grow Rich

THINK AND GROW RICH BY NAPOLEON HILL

A clear goal, strong desire, unwavering faith, and persistence can help you exceed your long-term goals as long as you can suppress negative thoughts that get in the way. Read more of what sales consultant Shad Tidler has to say about what he learned from this book in this post.

 

 

Paul Lushin, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Wild at Heart

WILD AT HEART BY JOHN ELDREDGE

For any man who desires to find a greater understanding of his masculinity, this book is spiritually enlightening and illuminates what it means to be a man in the context of Christianity. Read more of what sales consultant Paul Lushin has to say about this book in this post.

 

 

Whitney Cummins, office manager at Lushin Inc, on the book The 5 Love Languages

THE 5 LOVE LANGUAGES BY GARY CHAPMAN

Whether it is a client, prospect, or coworker, the information in this book can help you build great relationships by showing people in their language that you value them. Read more of what office manager Whitney Cummins has to say about this book in this post.

 

 

 

Rob Lime, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Grit

GRIT BY ANGELA DUCKWORTH

Are you obsessed with one question: how come those who outperform me are able to outperform me? If you want to take a deep dive into society’s best kept “secret” on how to overachieve, you should read this book. Read more of what sales consultant Rob Lime has to say about this book in this post.

 

 

Taryn Elliott, marketing director at Lushin Inc, on the book Crucial Conversations

Crucial Conversations by K. Patterson, J. Grenny, R. McMillan, A. Switzler

Whether at work or in your personal life, participation in conversations that are difficult is unavoidable. But if handled right, these “crucial conversations” can create stronger relationships, build more solid teams, and foster valuable leadership within organizations. Read more of what marketing director Taryn Elliott has to say about this book in this post.

 

Aaron Prickel, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Predictably Irrational

PREDICTABLY IRRATIONAL BY DAN ARIELY

When we can understand WHY people think or act a certain way it helps us understand their actions. Read more of what sales consultant Aaron Prickel has to say about this book in this post.

 

 

 

Paul Lushin, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book The Road Less Traveled

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED BY M. SCOTT PECK

A great insight into the human condition and what it takes to be a fulfilled human being, this book helps you realize the greater depth of your existence. It touches on topics ranging from one’s spirituality, to marriage, love, discipline, evil, responsibility, grace, and more. Read more of what sales consultant Paul Lushin has to say about this book in this post.

 

Emily Shaw, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck

THE SUBTLE ART OF NOT GIVING A F*CK BY MARK MANSON

If you think reading this book will give you permission to say and do things that your need for approval and fear have been holding you back from, you’re right! If you think this book will give you permission to have a total indifference toward life, you’re wrong! Read more of what sales consultant Emily Shaw has to say about this book in this post.

 

Shad Tidler, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Mental Toughness Secrets of the World Class

177 MENTAL TOUGHNESS SECRETS OF THE WORLD CLASS BY STEVE SIEBOLD

If you have ever wanted to understand the principles, thought processes, habits, and philosophies of leaders in various fields, this book will be a worthwhile read. Read more of what sales consultant Shad Tidler has to say about this book in this post. 

 

 

Brian Kavicky, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Way of the Peaceful Warrior

WAY OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR BY DAN MILLMAN

Do you want to learn about the art of pursuit as opposed to the results? Or how to live better? If so, this is a great read for people who are in pursuit of excellence but see barriers in front of them rather than opportunities. Read more of what sales consultant Brian Kavicky has to say about this book in this post.

 

Taryn Elliott, marketing director at Lushin, Inc, on the book Creativity Inc

CREATIVITY, INC. BY ED CATMULL

For many businesses the creative spark is essential. While creativity can be easy when you have just a handful of employees, it is difficult to scale as your company grows. Creativity, Inc. shares the lessons that Pixar learned to stimulate a creative workplace that nurtures not only its products but also its people. Read more of what marketing director Taryn Elliott has to say about this book in this post.

 

Rob Lime, sales consultant and trainer at Lushin Inc, on the book Influence

INFLUENCE BY ROBERT B. CIALDINI

The Sandler selling system, and the way Lushin presents it, is different because it is rooted in human psychology. By exploring the psychology for why people say “yes,” and the six universal human principles that are behind this answer, Influence articulates and elaborates upon principals that are fundamental to the system. Read more of what sales consultant Rob Lime has to say about this book in this post.

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