The Fifth Discipline by Senge.
Also a great introduction to systems thinking.
Also everything written by Goldratt.
In particular: The Goal and It's not luck Both are business novels, they read lightly but the lessons are profound.
Also everything written by Goldratt.
In particular: The Goal and It's not luck Both are business novels, they read lightly but the lessons are profound.
The system-oriented lessons/examples are great. The 80s style dialogues, integrations, and throwbacks are fun sideshows.