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Great teams don’t just happen – they’re created. It’s not about perks, bonuses, or free snacks; it’s about building a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and connected to each other. When leaders communicate well, foster trust, and encourage collaboration, team members are happier, more engaged, and do better work. If you want to create that kind of environment, these five books are a perfect place to start. They’re full of practical tips, real stories, and easy-to-use strategies that can help you build a team where people feel valued, motivated, and excited to come to work each day.
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Happiness is a Serious Business by Nic Marks explains why happy teams aren’t just a bonus, they make work better and help people get more done. Drawing on research and real-life examples, Marks shows how to create workplaces where people feel supported, motivated, and connected, so teams can thrive together. The book breaks down what happiness at work really means and how making your team happier can improve performance. It gives easy, practical advice for leaders on building trust, supporting wellbeing, and avoiding mistakes that bring morale down. The book also includes simple tools and exercises to help teams measure and improve happiness. Focusing on happiness can create a workplace where people enjoy coming to work, work better together, and achieve great results.
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Happy Teams, Successful Teams by Robinson Joseph makes one thing clear: when people are happy at work, everyone wins. Using real-life stories and research, the book shows that employees who feel appreciated, supported, and motivated are more engaged, creative, and committed. It also explains how a positive attitude makes teamwork smoother, sparks new ideas, and helps solve problems faster. Companies that invest in their people - with recognition, chances to grow, and a supportive culture - end up with happier employees, lower turnover, and fewer sick days. The book also gives practical tips for leaders on creating a workplace people actually enjoy. From small daily habits to bigger strategies, it shows how building trust, support, and appreciation can make a real difference - for how teams perform and how people feel about coming to work every day.
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Happy to Work Here is about creating a workplace where people actually enjoy coming to work. With remote work, hybrid schedules, and lots of changes in companies, keeping a strong culture can be difficult, but this book shows you how to do it. The authors explain “culture drivers”, the things that shape how a workplace feels and affects employees. They also show the “culture killers” - those small habits and behaviours that sneakily hurt morale and teamwork - using stories that are funny and easy to relate to. Packed with practical tips and real examples, this book helps leaders and teams build a workplace where people feel valued, motivated, and happy to show up every day.
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Happy Ever After is about helping leaders, teams, and organisations be the best they can be. Author Avni Martin introduces the HAPPY System™, a step-by-step approach based on science, timeless wisdom and lessons from coaching leaders all over the world. The book shows that great leaders don’t just give orders, they inspire people, encourage creativity, and build workplaces where everyone can do their best. You’ll learn how to coach better, change habits and ways of thinking, and create teams that trust each other and work well together. At its core, Happy Ever After is more than just a guide - it’s a way to make a real, positive difference for your team, your organisation, and beyond.
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Monsters of Team Performance is a quick, practical guide for leaders who want their teams to work better, be more motivated, and actually enjoy coming to work. Andrew Bull explains how hidden “monsters” in your team - like poor teamwork, low motivation, or bad communication - can quietly hurt your business. The book shows you how to spot these monsters and take action to defeat them. By following Bull’s advice, you can build a team that works together, takes responsibility, communicates clearly and stays engaged. When you apply these strategies, everyone benefits: your team becomes happier and more productive, your business reaches its goals faster and attracts top talent, and you as a leader experience less stress and more freedom. Packed with illustrations and easy-to-follow tips, this book makes improving your team simple, fun, and practical.
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Happiness is a Serious Business by Nic Marks explains why happy teams aren’t just a bonus, they make work better and help people get more done. Drawing on research and real-life examples, Marks shows how to create workplaces where people feel supported, motivated, and connected, so teams can thrive together. The book breaks down what happiness at work really means and how making your team happier can improve performance. It gives easy, practical advice for leaders on building trust, supporting wellbeing, and avoiding mistakes that bring morale down. The book also includes simple tools and exercises to help teams measure and improve happiness. Focusing on happiness can create a workplace where people enjoy coming to work, work better together, and achieve great results.
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Happy Teams, Successful Teams by Robinson Joseph makes one thing clear: when people are happy at work, everyone wins. Using real-life stories and research, the book shows that employees who feel appreciated, supported, and motivated are more engaged, creative, and committed. It also explains how a positive attitude makes teamwork smoother, sparks new ideas, and helps solve problems faster. Companies that invest in their people - with recognition, chances to grow, and a supportive culture - end up with happier employees, lower turnover, and fewer sick days. The book also gives practical tips for leaders on creating a workplace people actually enjoy. From small daily habits to bigger strategies, it shows how building trust, support, and appreciation can make a real difference - for how teams perform and how people feel about coming to work every day.
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Happy to Work Here is about creating a workplace where people actually enjoy coming to work. With remote work, hybrid schedules, and lots of changes in companies, keeping a strong culture can be difficult, but this book shows you how to do it. The authors explain “culture drivers”, the things that shape how a workplace feels and affects employees. They also show the “culture killers” - those small habits and behaviours that sneakily hurt morale and teamwork - using stories that are funny and easy to relate to. Packed with practical tips and real examples, this book helps leaders and teams build a workplace where people feel valued, motivated, and happy to show up every day.
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Happy Ever After is about helping leaders, teams, and organisations be the best they can be. Author Avni Martin introduces the HAPPY System™, a step-by-step approach based on science, timeless wisdom and lessons from coaching leaders all over the world. The book shows that great leaders don’t just give orders, they inspire people, encourage creativity, and build workplaces where everyone can do their best. You’ll learn how to coach better, change habits and ways of thinking, and create teams that trust each other and work well together. At its core, Happy Ever After is more than just a guide - it’s a way to make a real, positive difference for your team, your organisation, and beyond.
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Monsters of Team Performance is a quick, practical guide for leaders who want their teams to work better, be more motivated, and actually enjoy coming to work. Andrew Bull explains how hidden “monsters” in your team - like poor teamwork, low motivation, or bad communication - can quietly hurt your business. The book shows you how to spot these monsters and take action to defeat them. By following Bull’s advice, you can build a team that works together, takes responsibility, communicates clearly and stays engaged. When you apply these strategies, everyone benefits: your team becomes happier and more productive, your business reaches its goals faster and attracts top talent, and you as a leader experience less stress and more freedom. Packed with illustrations and easy-to-follow tips, this book makes improving your team simple, fun, and practical.
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