'In a world full of leadership advice this book gives new managers what they actually need:
practical tools clarity of vision and the courage to lead their own way.' - David Ponzo Louis
Vuitton Chief Commercial Officer 'This book is the perfect starting point for new
managers... A thoughtful motivating guide that helps you move from 'I don't know what I don't
know' to a place of curiosity clarity and growth. Highly recommended.' - Max Braverman
Managing Director at Google Middle East and Northern Africa 'While reading this book I
couldn't help but wish I had come across it 20 years ago... This book not only helps avoid the
common pitfalls of early leadership but also inspires a more conscious thoughtful path into
management. It's a truly timely and much-needed guide.' - Evgeniya Brodskaya Director of
Ecosystem at Google So you've got the title - now what? Becoming a manager doesn't come
with a user manual -most people are left improvising their way through the role without any
real training or support. Whether you're leading a team for the first time or still feel like
an imposter in a job you've held for a while this book is your practical compassionate
companion. Author leadership coach and former Google director Maria Duthoit breaks the journey
into five clear missions that cut through the noise. You'll learn how to shift from expert to
people leader tackle difficult conversations with confidence coach and grow your team hire
and fire wisely and navigate the bigger picture - from managing upwards to office politics.
Most of all you'll be encouraged to find your own style instead of copying others or trying
to 'get it right'. This isn't another list of best practices. It's a thoughtful funny and
deeply human guide to making sense of leadership on your own terms - and actually enjoying the
journey. 'This book is a brilliant guide for your first steps into management - honest
practical and written with warmth and a light touch... Grounded in real human dynamics and
refreshingly free of generic leadership advice it offers the clarity tools and support I
wish every new manager had.' - Anastasia Mikhalina Global Talent Acquisition Director at
L'Oreal 'A practical playbook for new leaders. From 'setting OKRs' to 'addressing limiting
beliefs' powerful frameworks that I personally discovered first hand at Google and Meta over
the years are re-introduced. And rightly so! Highly recommended.' - Clement Schvartz Country
Managing Director Europe Board Member at Pinterest The 'Work Smarter' series provides
shortcuts tips and life-hacks for the development of essential business skills. The books
bring together accomplished industry experts who have learned their trades at the coalface.
They teach the skills ambitious businesspeople need in order to tip the playing field in their
favour. It is the pirate equivalent of business advice the antidote to conventional wisdom
'smarter' practice over 'best practice'.
