Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Berrett-Koehler Publishers An independent book publisher and community dedicated to connecting people and ideas to create a worl A major theme of our books is "Opening Up New Space."

Berrett-Koehler is an independent publisher dedicated to an ambitious mission: Connecting People and Ideas to Create a World That Works for All. We believe that to truly create a better world, action is needed at all levels--individual, organizational, and societal. At the individual level, our books help people align their lives with their values and with their aspirations for a better world. At

the organizational level, our books promote progressive leadership and management practices, socially responsible approaches to business, and humane and effective organizations. At the societal level, our books advance social and economic justice, shared prosperity, sustainability, and new solutions to national and global issues. They challenge conventional thinking, introduce new ideas, and foster positive change. Their common quest is changing the underlying beliefs, mindsets, institutions, and structures that keep generating the same cycles of problems, no matter who our leaders are or what improvement programs we adopt. We strive to practice what we preach--to operate our publishing company in line with the ideas in our books. At the core of our approach is stewardship, which we define as a deep sense of responsibility to administer the company for the benefit of all of our "stakeholder" groups: authors, customers, employees, investors, service providers, and the communities and environment around us.

We're proud to celebrate eight of our authors named to Inc.'s Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts of 2025.Robert Bi...
10/08/2025

We're proud to celebrate eight of our authors named to Inc.'s Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts of 2025.

Robert Biswas-Diener, Mark C. Crowley, Amy C. Edmondson, Bill George, Marshall Goldsmith, Lynda Gratton, Sally Helgesen, and Heather R. Younger continue to shape how leaders think, act, and inspire change in organizations around the world.

Their insights have helped countless readers build stronger teams, create more inclusive cultures, and lead with purpose. This recognition reflects their commitment to advancing the way we understand and practice leadership.

To everyone who's read, shared, and applied their ideas—thank you for being part of this community of forward-thinking leaders.

Don't miss Jennifer Kahnweiler, leading expert on introverts in the workplace and author of The Genius of Opposites (as ...
10/07/2025

Don't miss Jennifer Kahnweiler, leading expert on introverts in the workplace and author of The Genius of Opposites (as well as The Introverted Leader, Quiet Influence, and Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces), on this episode of Proxy with Yowei Shaw. It's a historic extrovert-introvert cage match—with two of each personality type airing their grievances in what can only be described as emotional investigative journalism at its finest.

Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bUDxTvrV7963qjGMQgsxd

Proxy with Yowei Shaw · Episode

🎉 It's publication day for Catching Cheats by Erik Lie!A renowned researcher takes readers inside the hunt for Wall Stre...
10/07/2025

🎉 It's publication day for Catching Cheats by Erik Lie!

A renowned researcher takes readers inside the hunt for Wall Street's biggest frauds, revealing the forensic techniques that catch corporate criminals in the act. The world of business runs on trust, but that trust is routinely broken. From stock market manipulation to accounting fraud, corporate executives and Wall Street insiders find endless, creative ways to cheat the system. With engaging stories and compelling data analysis, Erik Lie reveals how these schemes work and how to catch them.

Through real cases such as Martha Stewart's insider trading, Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme, and the LIBOR rate-fixing scandal, readers will learn two powerful methods for detecting systematic fraud using data, how cheaters leave behind telltale statistical patterns, why some of Wall Street's biggest frauds persisted for years despite red flags, and the role of whistleblowers, journalists, and researchers in exposing deception.

Packed with intriguing examples and whimsical illustrations, this eye-opening guide shows how anyone can help expose corporate misconduct hiding in plain sight.

Available now wherever books are sold.

“… concise and perfect for busy readers, offering practical ideas grounded in scientific insights that promote human flo...
10/06/2025

“… concise and perfect for busy readers, offering practical ideas grounded in scientific insights that promote human flourishing.” – TD magazine

Read this review of The Power of Employee Well-Being by Mark C. Crowley to learn why employee well-being isn't just good ethics—it's good business.

A review of The Power of Employee Well-Being by Mark C. Crowley.

Despite years of surveys and initiatives, only 30% of US workers are engaged—numbers that haven't budged in over a decad...
10/06/2025

Despite years of surveys and initiatives, only 30% of US workers are engaged—numbers that haven't budged in over a decade. In our latest Seven Questions interview, Mark C. Crowley makes the case for abandoning engagement metrics altogether in favor of something more meaningful: employee well-being.

Drawing on research from 17 million workers, Crowley reveals why well-being drives the results leaders actually want—27% higher profitability, lower turnover, and better customer satisfaction. At its core? Belonging. Yet 94% of leaders overlook this vital driver.

Crowley shares what inspired his new book The Power of Employee Well-Being, why he's passionate about helping time-pressed managers, and the data that shows well-being isn't a soft idea—it's a competitive advantage.

Read the full interview: https://hubs.li/Q03Mjpr20

The billion-dollar employee engagement industry has failed workers. Mark C. Crowley offers a data-driven alternative: measuring and improving employee well-being for lasting results.

What happens when one of progressive radio's biggest voices sits down to discuss Trump, democracy, and the future of Ame...
10/03/2025

What happens when one of progressive radio's biggest voices sits down to discuss Trump, democracy, and the future of American politics?

Thom Hartmann—whose show reaches 7 million listeners weekly—doesn't hold back in this conversation about his latest book "The Last American President," voter suppression tactics, and why both parties bear responsibility for our current moment.
The interview takes unexpected turns, from discussions of the Third Amendment to questions about whether small business owners can be mobilized to defend democracy.

Read the full conversation in Main Street Journal 👇

Our featured interview this week is with Thom Hartmann, arguably the top progressive talk-radio DJ in the country.

What happens when community colleges shift online? In this thoughtful NYTimes opinion piece, our author Daniel Seddiqui ...
10/03/2025

What happens when community colleges shift online? In this thoughtful NYTimes opinion piece, our author Daniel Seddiqui explores what students lose when virtual learning replaces the physical campus experience. The convenience of online education comes with trade-offs that deserve our attention—especially for the millions of Americans who rely on community colleges as gateways to opportunity.

Read Daniel's piece here:

In our increasingly digital world, online classes are here to stay. But there’s no substitute for being on campus.

10/03/2025

What if you could spot the next major corporate fraud before it makes headlines?

Finance professor Erik Lie knows a thing or two about catching cheaters. His research uncovered the stock option backdating scandal that triggered the largest corporate probe of the 2000s and earned him a spot on the TIME 100 list.

In CATCHING CHEATS, Lie walks readers through the forensic techniques that exposed some of the biggest frauds in modern history—from Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme to Enron's accounting manipulation. Through real cases and data analysis, you'll learn how to recognize the statistical patterns that corporate criminals leave behind.

This isn't just a retelling of famous scandals. It's a practical guide to the tools and methods that whistleblowers, journalists, and investigators use to unmask deception hiding in plain sight.

Available October 7, 2025.
Pre-order: https://hubs.li/Q03LQRkm0

🎉 We have our winners!Thank you to everyone who entered our website launch giveaway. The response was incredible, and we...
10/02/2025

🎉 We have our winners!

Thank you to everyone who entered our website launch giveaway. The response was incredible, and we loved seeing so much enthusiasm from our community.

We're thrilled to announce that Bruce K., Lydia M., Mikela T., Lulu B., and Christ T. have each won a $100 gift card.

Winners, check your inbox for an email with all the details on claiming your prize. And to everyone who participated—thank you for celebrating this exciting milestone with us. Our new website is live and packed with fresh features to help you discover your next great read. Head over and explore what's new.

Here's to new beginnings and the readers who make what we do possible.

10/02/2025

What's inside? Limited edition bookmarks for Catch People Doing Things Right.

From mediocre student who "couldn't write" to the leadership guru behind The One Minute Manager—Martha C. Lawrence's biography reveals how Ken Blanchard revolutionized management with one simple philosophy: catch people doing things right.

Written like a novel, this authorized biography spans six decades and shows how Blanchard built a global training organization by leading with love and service. Through personal tragedy, devastating wildfires, and economic downturns, his philosophy proved that nice guys really can finish first.

Order the book and get this limited edition bookmark plus a free digital companion guide.

Submit your proof of purchase at https://hubs.li/Q03LKNQ40 to claim yours while supplies last.

*Bookmarks for US-Residents Only

From mediocre student who "couldn't write" to bestselling author who changed how the world leads.Catch People Doing Thin...
10/01/2025

From mediocre student who "couldn't write" to bestselling author who changed how the world leads.

Catch People Doing Things Right by Martha C. Lawrence reveals the remarkable journey of Ken Blanchard—the mind behind The One Minute Manager and a leadership philosophy built on an unlikely foundation: catching people doing things right instead of wrong.

Written like a novel with warmth and humor, this authorized biography draws on six decades of personal papers, letters, and interviews to show how Blanchard built a global training organization by leading with love and service. Through pivotal moments—personal tragedy, devastating wildfires, economic downturns—his optimistic approach was tested and proved that nice guys really can finish first.

Order now and receive a free digital companion guide plus a limited edition bookmark while supplies last.

Submit your proof of purchase to claim your gifts: https://hubs.li/Q03LKCbV0

*Bookmarks are US-residents only.

What if the secret to peak performance isn't more strategy meetings—it's actually caring about your people?In this episo...
09/30/2025

What if the secret to peak performance isn't more strategy meetings—it's actually caring about your people?

In this episode of The Virtual Campfire, host Tony Martignetti sits down with bestselling author Mark Crowley to explore why heart-based leadership isn't just feel-good philosophy, it's backed by science. Crowley reveals how prioritizing team well-being doesn't just create happier workplaces—it unlocks measurable productivity gains and stronger team dynamics.

Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what effective leadership really looks like in today's world.

Listen Now:

Podcast Episode · The Virtual Campfire's Podcast · 09/29/2025 · 50m

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Berrett-Koehler is an independent publisher dedicated to an ambitious mission: Connecting People and Ideas to Create a World That Works for All. We believe that to truly create a better world, action is needed at all levels--individual, organizational, and societal. At the individual level, our books help people align their lives with their values and with their aspirations for a better world. At the organizational level, our books promote progressive leadership and management practices, socially responsible approaches to business, and humane and effective organizations. At the societal level, our books advance social and economic justice, shared prosperity, sustainability, and new solutions to national and global issues. At BK, we strive to practice what we preach--to operate our publishing company in line with the ideas in our books. At the core of our approach is stewardship, which we define as a deep sense of responsibility to administer the company for the benefit of all of our "stakeholder" groups: authors, customers, employees, investors, service providers, and the communities and environment around us.