Reviewed by Rama Gaind.
By Repa Patel, Self-published, $29.95.
“In order to lead others, you need to lead yourself.” Facilitator and executive coach Repa Patel says as a leader, you have to make many transitions.
Think back to your last shift and when it actually began. If you are like most people, it began immediately before you stepped into the new role. In reality, the changeover process actually started with that first thought you had about making a change. Your mental energy shifted at that point and you started thinking about and weighing up the options.
“I bet there was a small voice inside telling you that it was time for you to move on but, again, if you are like most people, you would have ignored that voice. The comfort of the familiar probably made you question that voice.”
This book teaches you a few things. A new way to lead and navigate uncharted territory, to engage your heart, mind and energy to lead authentically, deliver more meaningful impact and experience joy more often in your work.
You will discover why uncertainty is certain and how you need to lead yourself first before you lead others; how to find your purpose as a leader and use it to navigate your career; why you need to build a tool kit to thrive through difficulties as a leader; how to authentically redefine success in an unpredictable environment; how to convert fear into conviction; and how to use courage as a component of change.
‘Leadership is a practice’. With extensive experience of business leadership in corporate organisations, Patel is also a speaker and non-executive director. She is intelligent when it comes to grasping the intricacies of leading teams through the complexities of change and matrix management to deliver sustainable business results.
