James Adonis: 5 books

What can we learn from the great leaders of the past? In this unique and engaging volume, James Adonis, one of Australia’s best-known leadership educators, shows how we can apply the lessons of history to the challenges of the present. Drawing on examples from Walt Disney to Joan of Arc, Adonis explores...

What’s the best way to keep your employees happy, satisfied and motivated? In this 2,400-person study, employee engagement expert James Adonis investigates the top causes of anger and frustration in the workplace. You will discover: How to avoid the pitfalls of incompetent managers How...

Think there's no 'I' in team'? There is. Believe that together everyone achieves more? They don't. Asked to give it 110 per cent? You can't. Think employees are your greatest asset? They ain't. Got an open-door policy? For goodness sake — shut it! Whether you're a perpetrator or a casualty...

Everywhere you look there’s a motivational quote to greet you. Pursue your passion! Nothing is impossible! Happiness is a journey, not a destination! But what if there is actually scant evidence to back up these shimmering proclamations? What if positive thinking does not, in fact,...

**Everywhere you look there’s a motivational quote to greet you. Pursue your passion! Nothing is impossible! Happiness is a journey, not a destination!** But what if there is actually scant evidence to back up these shimmering proclamations? What if positive thinking does not, in fact,...