"Allison it's impressive. Pithy. Funny. On target... a great rev up - everyone'll buy one for their boss!!!" (He ordered 45 copies for his international senior management team!)

Kevin Roberts, Worldwide CEO, Saatchi & Saatchi

"Almost every client I work with wants to work for a boss who sets clear goals, gives meaningful feedback, and lets workers get on with their jobs. This book is a helpful reminder that most problems of motivation and talent retention can only be addressed by making better managers. It improves self-awareness and shows you how to make a real impact in the workplace - I recommend it."

John Lees, author of How To Get A Job You'll Love

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Scott Ginsberg, "that guy with the nametag"author of seven books including HELLO, my name is Scott + The Power of Approachability

"If you want success in management then this blueprint will be invaluable."

Carey Smith, CEO, Ray White Real Estate + Author of Deliver

"A useful collation of tips to understand your workplace better."

Peter Townsend, CEO, Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce

“I found the book to be refreshing and very clear in its message.”

Martyn Dawson, Group General Manager, Armstrong Motor Group

“I like the book a lot! It's very user friendly and ideal as a quick reference guide to use on an ongoing basis; opposed to wading through a novel, getting good ideas and immediately forgetting them, or not putting them into practice as yet another title collects dust on a shelf.”

Jonathon Taylor, Editor, Academy Publishing

“Just flicking through it I was impressed, you have it pitched at an affordable price for the content.”

Sarah Strong, Learning Plus Manager, Bay of Plenty District Health Board