Wisdom that we all need

I came to this book after listening to John being interviewed by James O’Brien. I wanted to just hear his story and didn’t think that his insight on leadership would apply to me as I am happily self employed. I was wrong. This is a book about how humane we all need to be in whatever domain we inhabit. This is a also a book where I felt seen even though our paths have never crossed. This is a call to action to just be decent in small ways because everything counts.

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Brilliant! Very uplifting.

I wish everyone would read this, whether you are a leader or not, to understand what good leadership should entail.

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Essential listening

This is essential listening for everyone, especially organisational leaders. It is excellently read by the author and perfect in length. Something to listen to again and again.

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full of actionable insight - highly recommend

Loved this from start to finish. Challenging, insightful, practical, actionable. In entirely accessible ways, John relentlessly communicates the effects of our personal impact as leaders. The structure John has chosen highlights personal accountability and intentionally lends itself to an action plan. Highly recommend.

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Practical, personal and moving

A great deal of useful information in how to be better.

I generally don't find self-improvement books particularly interesting or gratifying, more like textbooks you use to improve your life 'grades'. But this one actually got me fully invested. Written with intelligence, reasoning, but most of all heart.

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This is…this will impact you. Listening to this expect to grow a few more inches (pun intended)

It’s impossible to engage with this piece (narrative, technical textbook) without coming away with a renewed sense of purpose. Mr Amaechi is in no way preachy. He isn’t judgemental. He isn’t presenting some idealised version of modern living. And yet, there is clearly an ask underpinning this text.

The first thing you’re likely to notice is how approachable this piece is, this has to be one of the best delivered narratives I’ve come across. And that’s important because Mr Amaechi doesn’t skim over any topics. The insights are well thought out, and extremely well presented.

This isn’t my usual kind of reading matter, but I feel greatly enriched by the experience. Yes, I’ll definitely need to sit with this one. It is a call to action, you’ll understand what I mean as you find yourself slowly open up to the underlying story. It’s so well narrated.

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Thought provoking and insightful

I'm new to being a team leader and this has provided me many pointers.
I think I'll be coming back to this again and again as I progress.

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Personal Promises from a Heretical Non-conformer

Oh my gosh!!! I also promise to create an environment where everyone feels included.
This book is a bible to referenced daily and used as a meditation guide!!!

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Powerful, moving and inspiring!!

What amazing book. I’m almost lost for words. I just finished listening to it and sat in silence in my car. His narration is beautiful. John has a mellifluous voice which is so soothing I couldn’t listen to it at night as the soporific effect would put me to sleep! He is clear and concise and his values, kindness and love come through in every chapter. As aspiring inclusive leaders this book is a must read. Not just once and not quickly. Reflect and pause and listen again. I have made so many notes and plan to listen again and again as there are so many nuggets of wisdom within. I am a giant. After listening to this book I plan to keep my promises. This book truly is a gift.

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Leadership from a unique perspective

I've followed Mr Amaechi for a few years and everytime he talks it's worth a listen. It's no different here. I love the concept of leadership packaged in a way only Mr Amaechi can. It's great learning and also great anecdotally, especially when his mother is involved.

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