You're a new leader. Congratulations! All eyes are on you. Now what? Will you succeed or fail, sink or swim, hope and pray things go your way, or slip off the ledge into the abyss? What if you had a step-by-step guide to help you not merely survive, but actually thrive in this new role? YOU DO. And this is it. 

Using wit, wisdom, and experience, Leadership Development Trainer and Coach Tess Fyalka presents an engaging and practical guide to walk you down from the ledge of that new leader panic and away from the potentially disastrous missteps that threaten to derail your reputation and your future as a leader. 

Based on decades of experience working with leaders at all levels as a leadership development coach, corporate trainer, and more than 20 years as a leader herself, Tess delivers the guidebook that will be your go-to reference tool from your first \"new\" leader position to your last. 

In this book you'll discover: 

How to spot and avoid the derailers that will undermine your success.

The BIG LIE the least effective leaders tell themselves.

The 6 essential steps to expertly hold those messy, awkward, difficult conversations.

The 5 straightforward strategies to align your team now for success.

The 8 keys to delegate and engage others with confidence.

How to get your team to OWN IT!

How to navigate the very real fear of not knowing \"it all.\"

You'll also learn how to:

Ask the critical questions that need to be asked like a pro.

Build a culture of clarity, opportunity, and results. 

Address the issues that threaten your team's morale and effectiveness. 

Confidently set expectations.

Create an environment where accountability isn't a dirty word.

ACE your connections. 

Unlock your true potential and discover how you can become the sought-after new leader that teams will follow and decision makers will promote.