We have quite a list of books in Lead It Like Lasso. Find links to the books mentioned below and find your next read.
(After you finish this one, of course!)
Ted Lasso
Leaders Eat Last
Simon Sinek
To further reinforce Ted’s emphasis on teamwork, trust, and leading with a servant’s heart.
The Power of Positive Thinking
Norman Vincent Peale
This classic work on positivity and optimism aligns with Ted’s philosophy of turning challenges into opportunities and leading with a positive mindset.
The Mountain Is You
Brianna West
This work would help Ted to do the self-care and internal work needed to build resilience.
Rebecca Welton
Leading Change
John P. Kotter
To equip Rebecca with strategies for leading successful organizational transformations while maintaining focus on her vision.
Black Titan
A.G. Gaston
This biography of A.G. Gaston highlights his vision and transformative impact, resonating with Rebecca’s drive to reshape the team and her commitment to change.
Good To Great
Jim Collins
Rebecca’s transformation from controlling owner to open leader could be enriched by incorporating humility, acknowledging her own limitations, and valuing the contributions of others.
Sam Obisanya
Quiet
Susan Cain
To reinforce Sam’s leadership strengths and contributions as a more introverted team member, ultimately fostering a more inclusive and effective work environment.
The Measure of Our Success
Marian Wright Edelman
To help Sam get insights into defining purpose and setting meaningful goals, aligning with his sense of vision and purpose.
Atomic Habits
James Clear
To help Sam reinforce strong habits that can be repeated for improving everyday life.
Roy Kent
Radical Candor
Kim Scott
To help Roy balance his tough-love approach with empathy, fostering better communication and understanding.
Extreme Ownership
Jocko Willink and Leif Babin
The mindset that allows Navy SEALs (and peak athletes) to succeed can also be applied to Roy’s leadership… like “Cover and Move,” “Decentralized Command,” and “Leading Up the Chain.”
Emotional Intelligence 2.0
Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves
Knowing what EQ is and employing it are two entirely different beasts. Roy could learn how to use the skills of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management to achieve his fullest potential as a leader and a human.
Keeley Jones
Dare to Lead
Brené Brown
To empower Keeley to lead with vulnerability and encourage a culture of openness within her collaborative approach.
The Art of Gathering
Priya Parker
This book focuses on creating meaningful connections and fostering a sense of togetherness, mirroring Keeley’s strength in building relationships and collaboration.
Buy Back Your Time
Dan Martell
This book focuses on strategies to “get unstuck, reclaim your freedom, and build your empire.” This could save Keeley from the burnout she had as she started her marketing firm KJPR.
Marnie and Nick's To Be Read List
Reality Is Broken
Jane McGonigal
Both Marnie and Nick will list problem solving as a core value. McGonigal offers a strong argument that we can harness the power of how video games appeal to people and turn that on its head to solve the biggest of problems. It is one of our most recommended books.
Think Again
Adam Grant
As Ted says, "Be Curious. Not Judgmental." Think Again explores the biases and assumptions that we bring to our decision making, and outlines how individuals and organizations can build a mindset of lifelong curiosity.
Lead It Like Lasso
Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio
Hmmmm. Did you think we wouldn't recommend our own book? Leadership is life!
