Hi again! Today, we’re diving into a treasure trove of knowledge that’ll make you say,
"I was today years old when I learned these game-changing strategies!" ✨
Let’s face it: running a startup is like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle on a tightrope. Over a shark tank. Blindfolded.
But fear
I’ve got your back with four mind-blowing books that’ll turn you into the startup whisperer you’ve always dreamed of being.
So, grab your favorite caffeinated beverage, get comfy, and let’s embark on this literary adventure together.
1. Doing Culture Right: 10 x Playbooks For Startup People Leaders
"How TH I'm still messing up my startup's culture!"
If this sounds familiar to you, then buckle up, because this book is about to become your new best friend!
This gem is like having a seasoned culture guru whispering sweet nothings of wisdom into your ear.
Created by the dynamic duo John Faulkner-Willcocks and Adam Horne, founders of openorg.fyi, this book is the result of their 25+ years of experience in company-building with a ‘transparency-first’ mindset.
What's in the "box"?
Imagine opening a present and finding not one, not two, but TEN culture playbooks inside!
It's like Christmas came early for startup leaders.
Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll get:
1️⃣ Building A People Manager Community Of Practice From Scratch
2️⃣ We F*cked Up. Now What?
3️⃣ Team Health Checks: An Alternative To Survey Fatigue
4️⃣ How To Set Effective Boundaries For You And Your People Team
5️⃣ Team Offsite: Culture Co-Creation
6️⃣ You Know What Needs To Be Done. Here’s How You Get Heard.
7️⃣ Creating Clarity With Documentation: Your Transparency Charter
8️⃣ Not Seeing The Behaviours You Want? Here’s How To Reset
9️⃣ Working Through Conflict: 3 Scenario Based Toolkits
🔟 Creating A Feedback Culture That Sticks
But wait, there’s more! Each playbook comes with:
✔️ A Notion template with a detailed facilitation guide (because who doesn’t love a good template?)
✔️ Pre-workshop comms templates for Slack/Email (saving you from those awkward “Uh, how do I phrase this?” moments)
✔️ Target outcomes, timeframe, and an embedding guide (because we’re all about that lasting impact, baby!)
✔️ Tracker for follow-ups and progress (keeping you accountable like that one friend who always drags you to the gym)
And as if that wasn’t enough, you also get a free 30-minute coaching call to help tailor everything to your specific context. 🆓
It's like having a personal culture trainer, minus the sweatbands and whistle!
Don't just take my word for it. Check out these rave reviews and feedback:
"Highly practical guides to thoughtfully address challenging people issues. Thank you!"
"The collection of 10 playbooks on 'Doing Culture Right' is like having a coach in your pocket. Literally."
"These playbooks are a life line for anyone trying to navigate the complex world of trying to scale a strong culture. Absolutely incredible!"
You can check out more of these reviews and feedback right here.
So, if you’re tired of feeling like you’re herding cats when it comes to company culture, grab your copy now, because this book is your ticket to becoming the cat whisperer of the startup world.
A Personal Story of Transformation from a Close Friend of Mine
Let me share a story about my close friend, Zoey, who was navigating the tumultuous waters of her first startup.
Picture this: Zoey was juggling deadlines, managing a small but passionate team, and trying to keep the company culture from spiraling into chaos.
It felt like she was trying to balance on a tightrope while juggling flaming torches.
Well, definitely not an easy feat!
In the midst of her struggles, she came across “Doing Culture Right: 10 x Playbooks For Startup People Leaders”.
At first, she was skeptical.
“Another book promising to solve all my problems?” she thought.
But after diving in, she discovered that it was more than just theory; it was packed with practical guidance that spoke directly to her challenges.
One playbook in particular, titled “We F*cked Up. Now What?”, struck a chord with her. It provided actionable steps for addressing mistakes openly with her team—something she had been avoiding.
Inspired, Zoey decided to hold a team meeting where they could discuss their missteps candidly.
To her surprise, the atmosphere shifted from one of tension to relief.
Her team appreciated the honesty, and together they brainstormed solutions.
Fast forward a few months, and Zoey’s company culture transformed dramatically.
They became more cohesive and resilient, tackling challenges with a renewed sense of unity.
This experience taught her that investing time in understanding and improving their company culture wasn’t just beneficial—it was essential for survival.
After hearing about her journey and the profound impact this book had on her leadership style, I knew I had to recommend “Doing Culture Right” to others in my network.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the demands of startup life and unsure how to foster a thriving culture, take it from Zoey:
this book could be your game-changer!
2. The Ultimate Customer Success Templates Collection
Hold onto your hats, because we’re about to dive into the world of customer success!
This collection is the brainchild of Hakan Ozturk, founder of TheCScafe.com.
It’s like having a Swiss Army knife for customer success, but instead of a tiny scissors and a toothpick, you get 150 pages of pure, unadulterated wisdom!
What's inside this magical tome?
✔️ 150 pages of actionable, expert-curated content (that’s like, a whole forest worth of knowledge!)
✔️ 50+ customizable templates covering the entire customer lifecycle (from “Hello, new friend!” to “Please don’t ever leave us!”)
✔️ Best practices for every stage of the customer journey (because let’s face it, we’ve all gotten lost on that journey before)
It’s an all-in-one resource that’ll have you bookmarking faster than a librarian on caffeine!
But don't just take my word for it...
Check out what these happy readers are saying:
"This toolkit has become my CS bible! It's saved me countless hours and helped me deliver better results for my customers."
"An absolute must-have for anyone serious about customer success. Worth every penny!"
"These templates transformed how I handle difficult clients. My most challenging account is now one of our biggest advocates."
You can check out more of these reviews and feedback right here.
The cherry on top?
When you order now, you not only secure the current pricing before it goes up, but you also get free lifetime updates as Hakan expands and improves the collection.
It's like subscribing to a never-ending fountain of customer success knowledge!
So, if you’re ready to take your customer success game from “meh” to “MIND-BLOWING,” this is your ticket to the big leagues.
Don't let your customers slip through your fingers like sand at the beach.
Order now to secure this all-in-one collection today and become the sandcastle master of customer success!
3. Knowledge Worker Kit and Community (BETA)
If you’re looking to join an elite club of knowledge workers who are determined to stay ahead of the curve, this is the right place!
This guide (along with its private community, templates, and events) is the brainchild of Sébastien Dubois, a man who’s been passionate about Knowledge Management, Learning, Knowledge Work, Personal Organization, and Productivity for more than 20 years.
That's longer than some of us have been alive! (No judgment here, we're all on our own journey.)
Who is this for?
✔️ Entrepreneurs, founders, executives, or leaders (basically, anyone who’s ever felt like they’re juggling flaming chainsaws while tap dancing)
✔️ Knowledge Workers or Lifelong Learners (if you’ve ever fallen down a Wikipedia rabbit hole at 3 AM, this is for you)
✔️ Anyone who feels lost, overwhelmed, disorganized, or unproductive (raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by your to-do list)
✔️ Top performers who want to stay ahead of the curve (because being average is so last season)
✔️ People who want to join a community of like-minded individuals (introverts, don’t worry – online interaction counts!)
What's in this guide?
Brace yourselves, because this kit is more packed than your grandma’s attic:
☑️ Private community (it’s like Facebook, but for smart people)
☑️ Deep Dive Guide covering all areas of knowledge work (it’s basically a PhD in being awesome)
☑️ Free access to all future workshops, meetups, knowledge-sharing sessions, invited talks, AMAs, and recorded sessions (it’s like Netflix, but for your brain)
But wait, there's more!
You also get these bonuses:
✔️ Knowledge Management for Beginners Course ($69.99 value)
✔️ Obsidian Starter Course ($69.99 value)
✔️ Obsidian Starter Kit ($69.99 value)
✔️ Personal Knowledge Management Library ($59.99 value)
✔️ Beginner’s Guide to Obsidian
That’s a total bonus value of $269!
It's like Black Friday came early, but instead of fighting over a TV, you're leveling up your brain.
The cherry on top?
This kit is evergreen, which means it keeps growing and improving. It’s like planting a money tree, but instead of cash, it grows knowledge.
(Although, let's be honest, knowledge is power, and power can lead to money, so... transitive property, anyone?)
So, if you’re ready to transform from a knowledge worker caterpillar into a beautiful, productivity-boosting butterfly, grab this guide and join the community now, because this kit is your cocoon of success.
Don't let your brain stay in its comfort zone – it's time to flex those mental muscles!
4. The Insights Driven Product Manager: Master Product Metrics And Uncover True Data Insights
Last but certainly not least, we have a book that’s perfect for all you data-loving, metric-obsessed product managers out there! 📊
This book is your ticket to becoming the Sherlock Holmes of product metrics.
It’s been recognized as one of the top 22 books for Senior Product Managers by Amplitude in 2024.
That's right, this book is so good, it's bound to win awards in the near future!
What's inside this data-driven wonderland?
☑️ Real-life examples (because theory is great, but we want the juicy stuff)
☑️ Pragmatic advice (no fluff, just the good stuff)
☑️ Reusable templates (because why reinvent the wheel when you can just roll with it?)
You’ll learn:
✔️ Which product metrics to track (hint: not all metrics are created equal)
✔️ How to make your metrics more actionable (because data without action is just a bunch of pretty numbers)
✔️ How to run A/B experiments (without pulling your hair out)
✔️ How to link product metrics to business impact (because your CEO probably doesn’t care about your daily active unicorns)
✔️ When to use qualitative vs quantitative data (spoiler alert: you need both)
✔️ How to share insights with your stakeholders (without putting them to sleep)
✔️ How to create a truly insights-driven culture (it’s like yoga for your organization, but with more spreadsheets)
But don't just take my word for it...
Check out what these reviews and feedback say:
"A light, no BS examples-based perspective on what data to record and act on to make effective product-decisions."
"Whether you're a seasoned PM or just starting out, this book is a must-read!" - Amplitude (yes, THE Amplitude)
"I wish I had found something like this sooner. It is very well written with great advice."
You can check out more of these reviews and feedback right here.
The cherry on top?
This book comes with a bonus attachment full of reusable templates and worksheets you can apply to your product straight away.
It's like having a secret weapon for product management, always at your fingertips!
So, if you’re ready to go from data dummy to insights icon, this book is your golden ticket, grab your copy today!
Don't let your product decisions be guided by gut feelings or random guesses – it's time to embrace the power of data!
Wrapping It Up: Your Startup Success Starter Pack
Phew! We've covered a lot of ground, haven't we?
From culture-building to customer success, from knowledge management to product metrics, these four books are like the Avengers of startup literature.
Together, they form an unstoppable force that’ll have your startup scaling real fast!
Let's recap our fantastic four:
1️⃣ “Doing Culture Right: 10 x Playbooks For Startup People Leaders” – Your culture-building superhero
2️⃣ “The Ultimate Customer Success Templates Collection” – Your customer-whispering sidekick
3️⃣ “Knowledge Worker Kit and community (BETA)” – Your productivity-boosting secret weapon
4️⃣ “The Insights Driven Product Manager” – Your data-driven decision-making powerhouse
Now, I know what you're thinking:
"But that's so many books! When will I find the time to read them all?"
Well, my friend, remember this: the time you spend reading these books is an investment in your future success.
It's like going to the gym for your brain – a little effort now will pay off big time down the road.
So, are you ready to level up your startup game?
Are you prepared to transform from a struggling entrepreneur into a startup superhero?
Then what are you waiting for?
Grab these books, dive in, and watch your business soar!
Remember, in the words of the great Dr. Seuss,
"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."
Now, go forth and conquer, you brilliant startup leader, you!
I’d Love to Hear from You!
Now that we’ve explored these four incredible books that can transform your startup journey, I want to hear from you!
What are your
Have you read any of these books, or do you have other recommendations that have helped you in your startup journey?
Share your insights in the comments below! 👇
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Let’s build a community of knowledge seekers and startup leaders together! 🚀
