How Not To Be A Shit Leader is a practical leadership book that explores the everyday behaviours that shape trust, culture, and performance at work. It challenges toxic leadership habits and provides honest, actionable insights to help leaders create psychologically safe, high-performing teams. The book is written for both emerging and experienced leaders who want to lead with greater self-awareness, accountability, and impact.

It's for anyone in a leadership role who knows something isn't quite working, but hasn't been able to put their finger on exactly what. New leaders who were promoted without proper preparation. Experienced leaders who suspect some old habits are costing them. Leaders who genuinely care about their team's experience and want to lead better. It's also for anyone who has ever worked for a bad leader and quietly vowed not to become one. If that's you, this book will help you keep that promise.

Most readers finish it in a couple of hours. The chapters are deliberately short, designed to be read, reflected on, and acted on rather than consumed in one sitting and forgotten. You can read a chapter on your lunch break and have something to implement that afternoon.

Absolutely! The book is available in both paperback, kindle, PDF and audio editions. The digital & audio version is available immediately after purchase so you can start reading today.

Yes! And it's one of the most effective things you can do for a leadership team. Several organisations have bought copies for their managers and used the book as the basis for team discussions and development conversations. If you're looking to purchase in bulk, get in touch and Melissa can discuss options with you directly.