Must-Read Books on Leadership Communication and Influence (17 books)

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Communication is the cornerstone of leadership. These books help rising leaders inspire, influence, and connect — whether they’re leading a meeting or shaping a culture.

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1		The Rising Leader Handbook: Turning High Achievers Into Effective Leaders by Mark J. Silverman 3.87 avg rating — 54 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
1		The White Rabbit Method: A Research-Backed Guide to Transforming the Client Experience, Building Loyalty and Rediscovering the Meaning in Your Work (The White Rabbit Method™ Series) by Alicia Anne Taylor it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
3		Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High by Kerry Patterson 4.07 avg rating — 88,182 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
3		The White Rabbit Method™: A Reflective Workbook for Salon and Spa Professionals (The White Rabbit Method™ Series) by Alicia Anne Taylor it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
5		How to Win Friends AND Influence People by Dale Carnegie by Dale Carnegie 4.21 avg rating — 1,203,637 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
6		Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It by Chris Voss (Goodreads Author) 4.33 avg rating — 231,614 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
7		Talk Like TED: The 9 Public-Speaking Secrets of the World's Top Minds by Carmine Gallo 3.88 avg rating — 22,796 ratings score: 96, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
8		Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy (Goodreads Author) 3.90 avg rating — 19,584 ratings score: 95, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
9		Influence Is Your Superpower: The Science of Winning Hearts, Sparking Change, and Making Good Things Happen by Zoe Chance (Goodreads Author) 4.13 avg rating — 2,243 ratings score: 94, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
10		Exactly What to Say: The Magic Words for Influence and Impact by Phil M. Jones 3.76 avg rating — 10,062 ratings score: 93, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
11		Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well by Douglas Stone 4.05 avg rating — 10,489 ratings score: 92, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
12		Conversational Intelligence: How Great Leaders Build Trust and Get Extraordinary Results by Judith E. Glaser (Goodreads Author) 3.53 avg rating — 1,267 ratings score: 91, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
13		The Language of Leadership: How to Engage and Inspire Your Team by Joel Schwartzberg (Goodreads Author) 4.08 avg rating — 115 ratings score: 90, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
14		Words That Change Minds: The 14 Patterns for Mastering the Language of Influence by Shelle Rose Charvet (Goodreads Author) 3.68 avg rating — 2,014 ratings score: 89, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
15		Speak With No Fear: Go from a nervous, nauseated, and sweaty speaker to an excited, energized, and passionate presenter by Mike Acker (Goodreads Author) 3.78 avg rating — 1,171 ratings score: 88, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16		What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith (Goodreads Author) 3.95 avg rating — 32,311 ratings score: 87, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
17		The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential by John C. Maxwell 4.28 avg rating — 7,645 ratings score: 86, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

17 books · 2 voters · list created October 5th, 2025 by Laura Skulman (votes) .

Tags: communication-for-managers, influence-in-leadership, leadership-communication-books, persuasive-leadership

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