: Leaders looking to understand the competitive nature of organizational politics. Power: A User’s Guide by Julie Diamond Core Theme : Responsibility and self-awareness.

: Aspiring executives and seasoned leaders focused on long-term institutional legacy and authentic influence. Power: A User's Guide - Diamond Leadership

: Diamond frames power as a "driver’s ed" for those in authority, focusing on how to use power creatively and responsibly. The book explores why some people abuse power while others use it to empower their teams, emphasizing that personal power comes from inner strength and self-awareness.

: Leaders who want to avoid the "power trap" and foster a healthy, engaged team culture.

: Written by the former CEO of IBM, this memoir introduces the concept of "good power"—harnessing influence specifically to drive positive organizational change and propel careers. Rometty outlines five core principles for using authority to inspire meaningful, large-scale transformation.