Giving Good Feedback by Margaret Cheng is a practical guide from The Economist series that focuses on enhancing interpersonal communication skills. Rather than a work of fiction, this book provides a deep dive into the essential art of delivering constructive feedback—a skill critical for personal and professional success. The core message is that feedback should not be viewed as a negative c…
Leadership Beyond the Classroom is a non-fiction literary work that encapsulates the collective journey of educational leaders in building the private school ecosystem in Indonesia. Curated by Gerald Donovan, this book does not present rigid leadership theories; instead, it brings leadership values to life through a series of honest and reflective short stories. The primary focus is on how an e…
Who Was Steve Jobs? by Pam Pollack tells the inspiring story of the co-founder of Apple Inc., whose vision transformed technology and culture. Born in 1955 in San Francisco and adopted shortly after birth, Steve Jobs grew up in California’s Silicon Valley, where his curiosity for electronics began early. The book follows his journey from dropping out of college to founding Apple with Steve Wo…
Fish! Sticks: A Remarkable Way to Adapt to Changing Times and Keep Your Work Fresh by Harry Paul is a business parable that continues the lessons of the Fish! philosophy. The story is set in Yoshie’s Sushi Restaurant, once a thriving place filled with joy, energy, and customer loyalty. Over time, however, the workplace begins to lose its spark, and the employees feel disconnected from their o…
House of Cards is a gripping political thriller written by Michael Dobbs and published in 1993 in London. Set in the turbulent political climate of post-Thatcher Britain, the novel centers on Francis Urquhart, a cunning and manipulative Chief Whip of the Conservative Party. Disillusioned by the political landscape and driven by an insatiable ambition, Urquhart begins a ruthless and meticulously…
The Guest of Honor by Irving Wallace is a political thriller that intertwines international intrigue with a controversial romance between two world leaders. The narrative centers on U.S. President Matthew Underwood, a former television anchor who ascends to the presidency with a charismatic yet unorthodox approach to leadership. His path crosses with Noy Sang, the newly appointed president of L…