TAKE THE LEAD
365 Daily Leadership Practices to Strengthen Your Influence, Sharpen Your Thinking, and Lead with Purpose.
By Dr. Elvis Ukpaka
Leadership growth is not a one-time event. It is a daily discipline.
Take The Lead is a practical leadership development companion designed to help readers strengthen their leadership thinking, build positive habits, develop greater self-awareness, and lead with purpose.
Featuring 365 daily leadership practices organized around twelve essential themes, the book encourages readers to learn, reflect, and apply leadership principles throughout the year.
Twelve Months of Intentional Leadership Growth
January – Personal Leadership
February – Vision & Purpose
March – Communication & Influence
April – Emotional Intelligence
May – Execution, Delegation & Accountability
June – High-Performance Teams
July – Coaching & Developing Leaders
August – Decision-Making & Innovation
September – Culture & Values
October – Change & Transformation
November – Strategic Thinking & Effectiveness
December – Legacy & Lifelong Growth
Who Should Read This Book?
CEOs, executives, managers, entrepreneurs, professionals, emerging leaders, students, and anyone committed to continuous leadership development.
A Valuable Resource for Organizations
Take The Lead can support leadership development programmes, management training, executive retreats, professional learning, employee recognition, corporate gifting, and institutional leadership initiatives.
Organizations may also explore customized training experiences built around selected principles from the book.
TAKE THE LEAD Endorsements
“Take the Lead reminds us that leadership is not reserved for a select few. It belongs to anyone who is willing to take responsibility, think clearly, and act with intention.”
— Kevin Ashe
Mayor, City of Pickering
Ontario, Canada
Take the Lead is a practical reminder that leadership is not defined by title, but by the daily choices we make, the responsibility we carry, and the influence we have on others.
— Mil Patel
President, Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, Canada
Founder, MIL Photography, Canada
“Dr. Elvis Ukpaka, a respected motivational speaker and leadership coach, presents a refreshing, practical, and empowering approach to leadership development.”
— Dr. Zenobia Ismail
Research Fellow, International Development Department
University of Birmingham, United Kingdom
“Take the Lead is more than just a leadership book. It is a practical daily guide for anyone committed to growing their influence, strengthening their mindset, and leading with purpose.
— Suresh Kumar
Founder & CEO, Connecting GTA Networking Club
Toronto, Canada
“Whether you’re an aspiring innovative leader or a seasoned achiever, this book and its framework help prevent complacency and renew your sense of purpose.”
— Uzo Okolo
Founder/CEO, Edtera Inc.
San Diego, United States
“I have had the honour of knowing Elvis since he was an undergraduate student at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. He stood out for his leadership, empathy, and hard work. No doubt, he will continue to do great things.”
— Prof. Kerry Chipp
Associate Professor, Gordon Institute of Business Science
University of Pretoria, South Africa
“Take the Lead is a powerful daily leadership companion designed to shape leaders through consistent practice, reflection, and disciplined growth. I highly recommend it.”
— Professor Vincent C. Anigbogu
Founder/Director General, Institute for National Transformation
Kampala, Uganda
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