Be Your Own Leadership Coach

'There is no such thing as a born leader. We all have to learn, both from our own experiences and the wisdom of others. Exercising leadership, in any field of endeavour, can be challenging, and sometimes even daunting, but there are few privileges greater than being given the opportunity to lead others and to make a difference. Karen Stein has written an invaluable book, full of wisdom and practical experience that will help you to be the leader who inspires others to reach their potential. I wish I had been given such insights as I travelled on my own leadership journey. I recommend it highly.' Lieutenant General David Morrison AO (Retd) 'Karen Stein has written one of the most comprehensive and practical guides for leaders I've ever read. Through engaging, evidence-based and high-impact practices, you'll learn to lead yourself, lead others and leave a lasting legacy. Be Your Own Leadership Coach isn't a book you simply read, it's a book you experience and become better because of it.' Zach Mercurio, PhD, author of The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with the Power of Authentic Purpose 'Be Your Own Leadership Coach is full of practical advice and tools that I have already started applying to my life. The backpack metaphor works for me. I recommend this book to anyone who is seeking to improve their personal and professional life.' Sergio Duchini, Chair, Lymphoma Australia 'Written by a wise and gentle leadership coach, Be Your Own Leadership Coach is an easy to read and comprehensive self-help guide for anyone wanting to become a better version of themselves at work. Drawing on research, stories and a wealth of personal experience, Karen provides the why as well as the how-to of self-development, with lots of practical exercises.' Dr Juliet Bourke, advisor, board member and Professor of Practice, School of Management & Governance, UNSW Business School 'In a world calling for leaders who can simultaneously hold space for courage and kindness, Be Your Own Leadership Coach disrupts the traditional dominance and power of what it means to 'lead' and makes the compelling case for 'whole human' leadership development that starts from within. A must-read for anyone driven to create real impact in today's ever-changing world!' Mariane Power, clinical psychologist, female founder - The Posify Group 'I could not think of a better person to write a book on coaching than Karen. Her characteristic warmth resonates on every page and in every strategy and story. Karen has reminded us that we can lead and learn to be and do better in any given moment.' Kelly Irving, book coach, editor and Founder of The Expert Author Community