Books
Shannon writes books that help leaders develop the skills they need to be successful in the modern workplace.
“A must read for any leader looking for their own ‘why’ and ‘how’ in order to create sustained impact.”
Because
12 ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR CONNECTING HOW YOU LEAD WITH WHY
Imagine you had full clarity around your purpose and had mastered the leadership skills most needed to bring this to life. You’d be happier, more confident, and more impactful. This book helps you with exactly that.
Because explores in depth the twelve key skills needed in the modern workplace. It contains a toolkit of exercises and reflection questions that you can take off the page and start practicing right now. Every chapter also concludes with a Take Action section with even more tips and actionable items to help you apply what you’re learning.
You are making an impact every day in the way you live, the way you work, and the way you lead. Because offers a roadmap for igniting your strengths and purpose to ensure this impact is positive, and helps you connect how you lead with why.
Optimizing the Power of Action Learning
REAL-TIME STRATEGIES FOR DEVELOPING LEADERS, BUILDING TEAMS AND TRANSFORMING ORGANIZATIONS
If you are looking for a new and effective way to solve problems while developing leadership skills, Action Learning is the answer. In the third edition of this field-defining book, Shannon Banks teams up with lead author and “father” of Action Learning Michael Marquardt and colleagues in Asia to provide guidance on using this method, alongside practical tools, techniques, and real-world examples.
For this new edition, each chapter has been updated for alignment with today’s practice and implementation of Action Learning in organizations, including fresh information on virtual Action Learning, guidance on implementing Action Learning and becoming a Certified Action Learning Coach, and many new case studies.
“I highly recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn more about Action Learning and what makes it so powerful.”
REVIEW OF BECAUSE
“Because is a practical guide for anyone looking for meaning in life. Shannon Banks has beautifully blended concepts in a way that motivates the reader and inspires action.”
Dr. Usman Javaid,
Chief Products and Marketing Officer at Orange Business
REVIEW OF Because
“In a world where the tides of change are reshaping the very foundations of business, Banks eloquently emphasizes the profound impact that each individual wields, not just through their tasks, but also through their behavior and intentions. ”
Markie B.
Reviewed on NetGalley
REVIEW OF OPTIMIZING THE POWER OF ACTION LEARNING
“This book is a tremendous resource for action learning practitioners. Packed full of wisdom delivered in a succinct style: excellent!”
David Joshua,
Reviewed on Amazon
REVIEW OF Because
“Because translates Shannon’s wisdom and experience into concrete, approachable steps, enabling and encouraging each of us to become more purpose-driven leaders.”
Matthew Kotler,
Partner group product manager at Microsoft
REVIEW OF Because
“A must read for any leader looking for their own ‘why’ and ‘how’ in order to create sustained impact.”
Angela McKenna,
EVP and head of EMEA employee success at Salesforce
REVIEW OF OPTIMIZING THE POWER OF ACTION LEARNING
“If you are looking for a book that takes you through the action learning process with enough detail to be practical and thorough then this is the book.”
Alexander J Grimshaw,
Reviewed on Amazon
REVIEW OF Because
“I love this book. It comes from a leader who lives what she writes.”
Tony Crabbe,
business psychologist and author of Busy: How to Thrive in a World of Too Much
REVIEW OF Because
“Banks provides both powerful theory and clear, practical exercises to help the reader become a successful leader who knows ‘why’ as well as ‘how’ to lead.”
Michael Marquardt, professor emeritus at George Washington University and cofounder of World Institute for Action Learning
REVIEW OF OPTIMIZING THE POWER OF ACTION LEARNING
“This book is a brief way to get the basics of action learning groups down! It's quick and easy to read!”
C Nicole Trevino,
Reviewed on Amazon
REVIEW OF Because
“This book is a must for leaders, and the impact of social leadership is a must for society—because if every leader was a social leader, the world would be a better place.”
Claire Fox, founder and managing director of Claire Fox Coaching, former chief operating officer at UNICEF UK, and author of Work-Life Symbiosis: The Model for Happiness and Balance
REVIEW OF Because
“Shannon Banks is an incredible professional whose work motivates and challenges top managers worldwide.”
Claudia Belli, head of financial inclusion and relations with civil society at BNP Paribas
