Becoming a Leader — Lesley Morrissey
This is the 13th booklet in the ‘Hands On Management: Managing Yourself’ series by author Lesley Morrissey; a human resources manager, management trainer and commercial copywriter.
Hands On Management: Managing Yourself Series
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A practical leadership guide to developing influence, inspiring teams, and unlocking your full leadership potential.
What does it really take to become a great leader—not just a manager?
Many people assume leadership comes with a title. But true leadership is about something far deeper: influence, vision, and the ability to bring out the best in others. This practical and insightful leadership development book shows you how to build those skills and apply them in real-world situations.
In Becoming a Leader, you’ll discover why leadership is not something you’re born with—but a skill you can learn, develop, and strengthen over time. The book explores the crucial difference between managing tasks and leading people, helping you understand how to motivate, inspire, and create high-performing teams.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
- Develop essential leadership skills and management techniques
- Build trust, credibility, and strong team relationships
- Move beyond management to become an inspiring and effective leader
- Encourage proactive thinking and performance in your team
- Strengthen your confidence, communication, and decision-making
Great leaders are defined by their ability to inspire action, create vision, and empower others—not just organise and control. Leadership is a continuous journey of self-development, awareness, and growth, not just a job title.
Perfect for readers looking for:
- Leadership skills for managers and new leaders
- How to become a better leader at work
- Team leadership and people management strategies
- Business leadership and professional development
- Practical leadership training and self-improvement
Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or looking to improve your impact, Becoming a Leader is a clear, actionable guide to helping you lead with confidence, purpose, and influence.
Because great leaders aren’t born—they’re developed. And your journey starts here.
This is the 13th booklet in the ‘Hands On Management: Managing Yourself’ series by author Lesley Morrissey; a human resources manager, management trainer and commercial copywriter.
The two HANDS ON MANAGEMENT series:
The complete Managing Yourself series:
1. Secret of Success
2. Personal Organisation
3. Effective Delegation
4. Understanding Communication
5. Communicating for Results
6. Non-verbal Communication
7. Persuasion & Influence
8. Written Communication
9. Report Writing
10. Presentations with Impact
11. Decision Making
12. Contributing at Meetings
13. Becoming a Leader
The complete Managing People series:
1. Creating a Positive Environment
2. Getting Focused
3. Motivating Your Team
4. Coaching & Developing Staff
5. Developing an Effective Team
6. Recruitment Strategies
7. Interviewing for Recruitment
8. Appraisal Skills
9. Conducting & Managing Meetings
10. Negotiating Win-Win Outcomes
11. Planning Projects & Achieving Results
12. Succession Planning
13. The Role of the Boss
Find out more about Lesley by visiting her authors page.
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Further details
This book is a practical guide with self-help exercises.
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