Pathways to Performance
Jim Clemmer
Clemmer has a dry wit, so this is a fun read. More to the point, Pathways to Performance provides some very practical advice on leadership, personal growth, and creating an environment for learning. While this book is out of print, it can still be found in second hand stores. Clemmer is also the author of Firing on All Cylinders. (Prima Publishing)

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen R. Covey
Say what you will, Covey offers some sound advice here. Dust this one off every now and again, and skim through as a reminder of good personal habits. It's also available in audio cassette format. (Fireside Publishers, 1990)

The Reward Plan Advantage
Jerry McAdams
This is perhaps the only book on compensation that won't put you instantly to sleep. McAdams explores many of the human behaviour issues that underlie the creation of a truly great rewards structure. (Jossey-Bass, 1996)

www.rainmakerthinking.com
This website offers a monthly one-page newsletter that usually presents a controversial idea on managing the talent market. Bruce Tulgan the brains behind the site challenges our entrenched ideas about HR, management, and corporate life. Tulgan is a dynamic speaker who has written a host of books, including: Managing Generation X and Winning the Talent Wars.