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Do you sometimes from leadership hard? Do you get caught in power struggles? Are you your own worst critic? Then this simple blueprint for leadership and management success is for you. Best the fear of trying new things Build a positive work climate Help your team pull together to a common goal Enjoy the journey with your team, to leadership mastery Think strategically Improve performance and productivity. About the Author LaVonn Steiner has delivered over 1100 motivational presentations to leaders from 29 countries and four continents. She is the founder of EXCEL LEADERSHIP Inc, a consulting and coaching enterprise. As this book was written, Robyn was serving as President of the National Speakers Association of New Zealand. She runs an international training and speaking business in the South Pacific. Her clients include many major corporates in Australia and New Zealand. Table of Contents Introduction Part One: The Foundation who are you? to lead others, first know yourself 1 Let’s get it right from the start — who are you, and what’s your purpose? 2 What do you stand for (or not stand for)? 3 History is a great teacher 4 The place of power 5 Here I come, world — I’m good at this! Summary of Part One Part Two: The Vision and Strategy where are you and your organisation going? a good captain always has a plan 6 All planning is not the same — learn to think strategically 7 Twelve steps in strategic planning 8 Strategic planning for life Summary of Part Two Part Three: The Climate what’s it like to work here? how to build a positive workplace 9 The individual in the workplace — each one makes a difference 10 Communication is king! 11 How the leader impacts the climate 12 Feedback, criticism and appraisals 13 How to deal with conflict 14 How to get the message not only delivered but also understood Summary of Part Three Part Four: The Synergy how to work well together 15 What are my team’s wants, needs and strengths? 16 How do I get the best out of them? 17 Into the future — leaders who can lead through change Summary of Part Four Last words Appendices Resources Bibliography About the authors Index