School leadership is the best job in the world, despite being frustrating, exhausting and at times utterly bamboozling. We are required to change our focus frequently and immediately, planning for the next five years one minute, dealing with the next five seconds the next. We manage multi-million-pound budgets and we pick up crisp packets. We live a life of constant contrasts, meeting hurtling deadlines, solving inscrutable riddles, experiencing profound joy and also heartbreaking disappoi...

'In this moment, we need leaders more than ever. But, as Alicia McKay helps us understand, waiting two years for a piece of paper isn't required to make a difference. Start where you are and start now.'SETH GODIN, author of This is MarketingMBAs are old news. In this ground-breaking book, leadership expert Alicia McKay teaches leaders to focus on the things they don't teach you at business school.Leaders are made, ...

'This book should be part of every corporate onboarding programme! It will empower every new entrant to the world of work with the power skills to help them succeed.' — Celiwe Ross, Human Capital Director, Old Mutual Having worked for over 17 years with top companies in South Africa and abroad, Carice Anderson, a professional development manager, coach and consultant, shares her insider knowledge while also shedding a light on the harsh realities of corporate environments. Drawing on her y...

One of those books that change you on the inside and the outside:Identify what Busy Work is for you personallyStart using simple strategies to eliminate it from your lifeDo what you want instead of being forced to do what you don'tFeel more purposeful, fulfilled, and happier with your lifeTune in to your creative instincts, intuition, insights, and intentionTake creative action at home, in relationships, at wo...

Perfect Persuasion is essential reading for anyone who wants to improve their powers of influence. Written by Richard Storey, an expert with years of experience in the field, it explains how to identify other people's motivations, gives practical advice about dealing with resistance calmly and effectively, and takes you through every skill you need to win people over to your point of view. Whether you need to influence colleagues at work or would like to make some...

Have you started your day feeling happy with the world but find it going rapidly downhill because of the difficult situations you face? Do you ever feel you're not in control during these episodes? Do you let other people manipulate your day? If so, this book is for you. Difficult situations arise for everyone at work and at home. Handle them professionally and effectively and regain control when dealing with:Co-workersBossesSubordinatesHusbandsWives and

We are all made up of seven essential personality traits. Some of us have more of one trait than another – it’s the unique mix that makes us who we are. Understanding our unique mix and how to best to use it is the key to success in work and life.Personality shows you exactly how. You’ll find out what your strengths and weaknesses are, how to overcome your shortcomings and propel yourself forward to be the best you can be. You’ll learn to pursue opportunities where you can...

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A practical guide to office politics, including step-by-step advice on how to navigate difficult situations, work out who is doing what and why, and how to keep cool under pressure.All workplaces, whether in person or remote, are affected by the intrigues of office politics. Survive Office Politics is full of practical advice on how to cope with difficult situations and people and get on with your job.This book offers practical help on how to keep ...

Whether you are a Head or Deputy Head, a Head of Department or Year 3 Teacher, this book is an invaluable read. It is full of practical ways to help you, when facing one of `those' conversations with a colleague or parent, you know in your heart you need to have, but would rather avoid having, because you don't really know what to say or how to say it.

D-Stress is one of the world's first that gives you practical ways to reduce your stress immediately. It is one of the only books of its kind that shows you step by step exactly what you need to do to conquer your stress. These proven "stress busting" techniques can change the way you feel no matter how severe your stressful situation may be.Learn to Build Resilience to Your Stress3 simple steps that will reduce your stress immediately.Little known secrets to feel ca...

If you're in a fix in your career, trying to decide what to do or JUST disgruntled with your current job, this is the book for you. Starting with the premise that you can't achieve happiness in anything if you don't know what you want in life, the book uses an engaging approach to take you on a journey of self-discovery.