Secrets of Consulting
Gerald M. Weinberg
11 people recommended it in 11 threads, 2007–2022.
What people on Hacker News said
this is a profound little book that helped me get perspective on problem solving in my work and myself.
The best book on consulting is by the same guy: Secrets of Consulting.
many copies of "Secrets of Consulting" by Gerald Weinberg and two copies of Bionomics by Michael Rothschild
Gerald Weinberg's Secrets of Consulting and Becoming a Technical Leader are worth a look, as is his The Psychology of Computer Programming.
Secrets of Consulting - Gerald Weinberg and 48 Rules of Power - Robert Greene
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: Which books have made you a better thinker and problem solver? 2022 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Which books do you consider real gems in your field of work/study? 2022 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What are the best books for professional effectiveness? 2021 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Best book / resources on leadership, especially for tech teams? 2019 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What books changed the way you think about almost everything? 2019 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Favorite nonfiction books of 2018? 2018 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What are your favorite non-fiction books of all time? 2018 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What book have you given as a gift? 2016 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What's the best first business book for a programmer? 2009 · 1 recommendation
- Articles, Ideas, Books and/or Concepts that have changed your life 2008 · 1 recommendation
- Ask YC: favorite books 2007 · 1 recommendation