Publications

“Boss or Buddy: Balancing Act for Today’s Leaders” (in Norwegian)

Co-author

I am co-author of “Boss or Buddy”, a book to inspire, simplify and give leaders concrete advice and tips. The book provides an easily grasped framework and easily applied tools and techniques for leaders who want practical ideas on how to lead well. Both roles, when executed well, motivate employees, create value and better business results. And isn´t that a leader´s main responsibility?

“Developing Your Global Mindset: The Handbook for Successful Global Leaders” (Javidan & Walker)

Contributor

Based on extensive research by Professor Mansour Javidan at Thunderbird School of Global Business, Najafi Global Mindset Institute’s new book, “Developing Your Global Mindset” is full of practical and engaging ways to develop a Global Mindset for success in global business. This book is a must-have resource guide for managers and leaders who are in global roles or who have global responsibilities. I am a contributor to the book which is available on Amazon in multiple countries.

“Dynamic Women®: Leadership Secrets” (Rolston)

Contributor/ co-author (coming in 2025)

Katherine Johnston joins Diane Rolston, along with other top thought leaders, experts and a select group of leading entrepreneurs and professionals in the new book, “Dynamic Women® Leadership Secrets!”. These successful entrepreneurs and professionals are selected as co-authors as a result of their accomplished lives as leaders and willingness to share experience serving others and share life lessons learned as leaders.