Becoming a Successful Manager: Practical Strategies for Leading Self, Teams and Organisations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781991272744)

What separates average managers from exceptional leaders?

In today's fast-changing and highly competitive world, technical expertise alone is no longer enough. Organisations need managers who can inspire people, navigate complexity, communicate effectively, make sound decisions and lead with confidence and integrity. In Becoming a Successful Manager, Dr Kaizer Nyatsumba provides a practical and insightful guide for both aspiring and experienced managers who want to strengthen their leadership capabilities and achieve meaningful results. Drawing on decades of leadership experience across the corporate, media and public sectors, the book explores the essential principles, behaviours and strategies that distinguish successful managers from ineffective ones. This accessible and engaging guide covers a wide range of management and leadership topics, including:

• Leading self, teams and organisations
• Communication and interpersonal effectiveness
• Emotional intelligence and accountability
• Building trust and motivating people
• Managing conflict and organisational politics
• Decision-making and problem-solving
• Diversity, inclusion and ethical leadership
• Time management, delegation and performance management
• The habits and warning signs of poor management

Filled with practical examples, thought-provoking insights and actionable advice, Becoming a Successful Manager equips readers with the tools required to lead confidently, build high- performing teams and create positive organisational impact.

Whether you are a first-time manager, a seasoned executive or an entrepreneur leading a growing business, this book will help you develop the mindset and skills needed to become a more effective and respected leader.

Author: Kaizer M. Nyatsumba
ISBN-10: 199127274X
ISBN-13: 9781991272744
Publisher: KR Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2026
Pages: 254
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.76lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.53d