Conversations Create Growth: How to Propel the Performance of Those You Manage, Every Time You Meet

This book is for managers who want to make a difference to the lives of those who report to them. How do you have good conversations that click every time and with everyone? How do you contribute to the engagement of your direct reports? How do you ensure you contribute to their growth, and in turn, to yours?

About the Author:

Dr Amy Silver is an expert in effective conversations. She is passionate about us creating growth through connection to each other and ourselves. As a speaker, mentor and trainer, she works with brave organisations that want to create cultures of growth.

Amy pushes traditional leadership thinking in a digital and global age, where quality conversations and communication is the single biggest challenge faced by leaders. No matter where you are - or think you are - on your leadership journey, Amy will give you the required empathy bump to help you continually evolve and have constant and authentic 'clicking' conversations.

Marnie Shervey, Executive Product Manager, IRESS

Amy's insights into the positive impact that people managers and leaders can, and do, have are powerful. Too often, leaders take on the role of commander as opposed to servant. People leaders that understand and embrace opportunities to be of service to their teams are the ones that often see greater levels of curiosity and accountability, and benefit from greater engagement as a result. Amy's exploration is a must read for people leaders highlighting the role we play is both a privilege and responsibility to create an environment that inspires growth.

Elizabeth Bardwell, Head of Communications, Australia and Digital Banking, ANZ

When I read a book I look for three things: 1) easy and enjoyable to read, 2) stretches my thinking (and makes me a little uncomfortable!), and 3) provides practical advice I can implement. Dr Amy Silver's new book 'Conversations Create Growth' does all three - and more! As leaders, we spend so much of our day taking, but how many of those conversations really make a difference? For smart people who want to influence others to give their best, here's the map with 3 insider secrets from psychology to help people grow just by talking!

Corrinne Armour, Leadership Speaker, Trainer, Coach

In this new world of communication by digital means, "Conversations Create Growth" reintroduces us to the important element of conversations, and how they can shape the dynamic of our teams, and leave an indelible message for your people. By delving into key issues on a personal basis, albeit challenging and confronting at times, the book provides valuable lessons in developing connection for the benefit of both the individual and the organisation. I encourage all managers who wish to practice exceptional leadership qualities to inspire others, develop advocates for the business and drive tangible outcomes, to refer to Dr Silver's new book, and apply the practical examples of maximising team performance.

Martin Goodrich, Partner, Crowe Horwath & Centric Wealth

Brilliantly written and guaranteed to get the attention of anyone who is serious about leadership and self-improvement. This book has you captured in the moment whilst simultaneously reflecting on every important conversation you've had and asking what could you have said differently, and what could the outcome have been. It teaches you the importance of your words and has some essential learnings for all people leaders.

Darren Banfield, Executive Director, Lawson Delaney

There is no manual for each individual with whom we work or lead. The most complex, most critical role we have as a leader is to navigate our way through daily conversations and engagements on the hope that we are enabling them. We so often can be constrained by corporate processes and rules that often inhibit real conversations. With this book Amy maps out for you how to build your capability to inspire and guide to help your team grow, which of course means changing the behaviours of oneself. This is the guide book for leaders seeking growth and human connection through better conversations.

Deanna Lomas, Chief Supply Chain Officer, Super Retail Group