Middle managers often have to influence subordinates, peers, and even their boss, and it is important that this influence leads to positive change. This requires initiative, firmness, perseverance, the ability to persuade and considerable enthusiasm. John Baldoni, one of Leadership Gurus International's most influential leadership experts, shares how to become highly effective leaders. Thanks to his advice, you will quickly climb the career ladder and soar to the very top. The book will teach you to think strategically, motivate innovation, unite people around a common goal, develop the abilities of your employees, constructively criticize and receive frank feedback from subordinates, correctly challenge the opinions of superiors and achieve your goal, endure failures with courage and turn your troubles into victories.