Leadership isn’t a title or personality trait – it’s a skill. This straight-talking manual shows you how to lead with confidence, clarity and impact, whatever your role. Based on real-world CEO experience, it’s a proven, no-fluff guide to leading well in the real world.

This practical guide reveals the proven strategies the author used to lead global transformation programmes – using his trademark straight talking style, and as always, without the corporate waffle. If you’re responsible for delivering change (at any level), this book gives you the clarity, confidence, and tools to make it happen.

In today’s world, good isn’t enough – you need career competitive advantage. Indispensable is your no-nonsense career manual for getting ahead, getting noticed, and getting paid. From landing jobs to managing up and negotiating pay, it’s everything ambitious professionals need to thrive at work – without the corporate BS.

“Every page of this book is bursting with thoughtful, yet practical advice, all tried, tested and proven.”

Sir Clive Woodward

“So relevant for the times we are living through. In my opinion this should be the go-to manual for any leader facing recovery from the impact of COVID-19.”

Sarah Dena, Learning and Development specialist

“Elegant in its directness…it gets to the point, and the heart, of how to be a better leader.”

Susie Ramroop — MD of Make Life Simple Ltd

“A punchy, straightforward, practical guide to what leaders do and how they should do it.”

Financial Times

“A new rubric on leadership.”

Evening Standard

“Simple, direct approaches to leadership that anyone can adopt.”

Director

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Justine Roberts — Founder Mumsnet

“Invaluable to the next generation of leaders.”

Andy Silvester — Editor CityAM

“Perfect for our complicated times.”

Sir Nicholas Hytner — Founder The Bridge Theatre

“A rallying cry for leaders’.”

Kate Magee — Editor Management Today

“Indispensable tools and no-nonsense wisdom.”

Sir Clive Woodward