Ready To Lead?

Preface

This is a book for people making, or considering, a first step into leader-

ship. It is the result of over 15 years’ experience helping first-time leaders

to make that transition and is born from an understanding that every one

of them found it a daunting prospect. All first-time leaders need support,

which isn’t always forthcoming because the ‘sink or swim’ mentality still

prevails in many organisations today. Even when help is available, first-

timers don’t always use it; for fear that it might be construed as a sign of

weakness. Therefore, moving into a leadership role may not only be a little

intimidating, it can at times feel a bit lonely too. ...