We’ve rounded up the best AI books for business communication and leadership—from practical guides that sharpen everyday writing to strategic insights that keep teams focused and future-ready. Each book offers clear takeaways to help you cut through hype and lead with confidence.
Geoff Woods
A practical guide for leaders wanting to harness AI to make better decisions. It gives ‘recipes’ for powerful AI prompts that generate actionable insights, integrate AI into workflows, and use data to inform strategic choices. Packed with valuable tools to boost productivity and give leaders more traction.
Cuts through the hype and gets practical about where AI delivers value. A clear roadmap for managers who want to make smart choices and lead with confidence in the age of AI.
Ethan Mollick
Optimistic yet practical. Mollick shows how we can work with AI (not against it) to boost creativity, productivity, and decision-making. A must-read if you want to use AI wisely and humanely.
Karen E. Sutherland
Digs into how AI reshapes messaging, crisis management, and stakeholder trust. A deeper dive for leaders guiding organisational strategy in an AI-powered world.
Monique Zytnik
Shows how AI is transforming internal comms, with case studies, expert voices, and sharp questions. A practical guide for leaders who want employees informed, engaged, and inspired in the AI era.
David J. Gunkel
Explores how AI is redefining communication — from human-robot interaction to algorithm-driven messages. A smart, accessible read for anyone rethinking what “communication” means today.
Hands-on and practical. Covers clear writing, empathetic feedback, and presentations, plus how to use AI tools wisely (and dodge pitfalls like hallucinations). Perfect for everyday workplace comms.
Free to read online.
