I was not prepared for my first job as a manager. Not many people are. I was good at my job, so I got promoted.

I gradually learned how to manage, but I realized that while I was getting good at the day-to-day aspects of my new position, I wasn’t leading the staff or moving the organization forward.

I was lucky to have been mentored by true leaders. I learned much and grew professionally. I also made mistakes that I hope you never make.

Years later, my organization was recognized as being an industry leader.  I received a national innovation award, and we had low staff turnover.

Since I left that position, I have been helping people learn how to manage and be leaders. I wrote a book about it. Be A Leader, Not Just A Manager, which has been a blueprint for many seeking to advance their careers.

I also have several online and on-demand courses to help your career track.

• How To Manage Difficult People
• Better Meetings
• Effortless Email
• How To Be A Better and More Confident Public Speaker

I also help professionals through one-on-one coaching. We discuss the issues that matter to you rather than employ a cookie-cutter approach.

I hope these resources help you, and if you want to discuss my coaching work, please email me at daveedwards@outlook.com.

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