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Kim’s Bookshelf

Welcome to my bookshelf—a curated collection of some of the books that have deeply inspired and shaped my journey. These works, written by brilliant thinkers and leaders, explore topics like resilience, leadership, workplace culture, and the science of well-being—all areas close to my heart and central to Safety Net Consulting’s mission.

As a lifelong learner, I believe that growth comes from continually expanding our perspectives and seeking out new knowledge. These books have fueled my passion for creating thriving, strengths-based workplaces and have provided invaluable insights that I bring into my work every day.

I hope these reads inspire you as much as they’ve inspired me, sparking new ideas and empowering you to create healthier, stronger environments for yourself and your teams.

Happy reading and happy learning!
— Kim

Empty wooden bookshelves with a whitewashed finish, featuring multiple shelves.
Book cover titled 'The Resilient 911 Professional: A Comprehensive Guide to Surviving & Thriving Together in the 911 Center,' edited by Jim Marshall and Tracey Laorenza, featuring a colorful wave design on a black background.
Book cover of "Average to A+" by Alex Linley featuring a fishbowl with goldfish and a splashing rubber toy, subtitle "Realising Strengths in Yourself and Others."
Cover of 'Give and Take' by Adam Grant, featuring bold red and black text with a figure walking on a tightrope. Subtitle: 'Why Helping Others Drives Our Success.'
Cover of the book 'Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High,' Third Edition, by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler, and Emily Gregory. Red background with bold white text and yellow arrows.
Cover of "Dare to Lead" by Brené Brown with text: "Brave work. Tough conversations. Whole hearts."
Book cover with title 'Wire Your Brain for Confidence: The Science of Conquering Self-Doubt' by Louisa Jewell, featuring a colorful brain network illustration.
Cover of the "Appreciative Inquiry Handbook: For Leaders of Change, 2nd Edition" by David L. Cooperrider, Diana Whitney, and Jacqueline M. Stavros. Features a geometric design with blue and gold colors. Foreword by Ronald Fry.
Book cover titled "Big Goals" by Caroline Adams Miller, featuring blue and yellow design.
Cover of the book 'Think Again' by Adam Grant featuring a partially splashed match. Includes text highlighting it as a #1 New York Times Bestseller.
Book cover of 'How Emotions Are Made' by Lisa Feldman Barrett showing a colorful abstract brain illustration.
Book cover of 'Hidden Potential' by Adam Grant featuring a diamond emerging from a rock.
Cover of 'Radical Candor' by Kim Scott, featuring bold text and an axis diagram on an orange background.
Cover of the book 'Atlas of the Heart' by Brené Brown, featuring a red background, a collage heart with nature and cosmic elements, and floral details. Subtitle: 'Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience.'
Book cover of 'Love 2.0' by Barbara L. Fredrickson, Ph.D., with red abstract text on an orange background.
Book cover of "The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth" by Amy C. Edmondson, published by Wiley.
Book cover of 'Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle' by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA, featuring bold typography and a testimonial by Brené Brown.
Cover of the book 'Tomorrowmind' by Gabriella Rosen Kellerman and Martin Seligman. The subtitle reads 'Thriving at Work with Resilience, Creativity, and Connection—Now and in an Uncertain Future.' The cover features colorful radiating lines.