The High Performance
Book Club
A space for exploration, discovery and community.
Every month we will hand-pick an inspirational book that will help you on your high performance journey. We will be choosing books about mindset, mental health, creativity, leadership, kindness and much more.
February Pick
You Are Not As Self-Aware As You Think You Are: Why true self-awareness is at the core of great leadership
Are you really as self-aware as you think you are?
You Are Not As Self-Aware As You Think You Are by Julia Carden challenges one of the most common assumptions in leadership, that self-awareness is something we already have.
This insightful book unpacks what self-awareness truly means, clearly distinguishing it from self-knowledge and self-consciousness. Drawing on Julia Carden’s doctoral research, it shows how developing real self-awareness leads to deeper self-acceptance and self-connection, helping leaders detach ego and self-worth from outcomes.
Designed for leaders navigating uncertainty and “wicked problems,” the book combines research with practical reflection questions and exercises, making it equally valuable for coaches and anyone committed to personal growth. A powerful read for those who want to lead with greater clarity, resilience, and authenticity.
Other High Performance Books
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We are The High Performance Book Club - a space for exploration, discovery and community.
The books we choose, like the podcast, will offer tangible take-aways that you will be able to apply to your daily life. We want you to achieve your own version of high performance - whatever that may mean to you.
Who we are
Every month we will hand-pick a new read.
Once you have read the book, we’d love you to chat directly with other members of The HP Book Club by joining the Facebook Group. Share your thoughts; ask questions and engage in a healthy debate!
How it works
The High Performance Book Club has been inspired by the High Performance community
We receive many messages asking about book recommendations and the books which have been discussed on the podcast.
It’s all here. Find the books, hear from authors and discuss content with other like-minded people!
The High Performance Book Club will be a space for you to challenge your thinking and lead with curiosity.