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About the Book
Pause: How to Lead Brilliant Work in a Busy World by Shawn and Anne Vanderhoven is published by Simon & Schuster (US, August 4, 2026) and Penguin Random House (UK, August 6, 2026) is a research-backed leadership playbook based on original research from 150+ top companies including Amazon, Google, and LinkedIn. It gives managers and executives 12 proven practices to cut through distraction, beat burnout, and get their team's best work done on what matters most.
Publisher’s Weekly Review
“Filled with useful tips and memorable case studies, this will bring relief to organizations feeling lost in a sea of diversions." — PW
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