Synopsis

Remarkably the year 2020 has taught us many things; the economic growth and social implications COVID 19 has had on the global spectrum have only just begun. Economies are not as strong as was once perceived, and as individuals, we are now rapidly and brazenly evolving without even a moment to consider this advancement. We need transformation; we need new leaders.

As our world suddenly went into a tailspin due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which has now caused a severe socio-economic disruption, now more than ever, we need modern leaders. One inherent duty of exceptional leaders is to keep us safe; they are placed there for just this reason, and we follow and support them along this journey. They sacrifice themselves and give up everything for us and our wellbeing; they ought to propel us into the future!

Traditionally there have been many iterations of both Leadership and Management but it wasn't until the turn of the twentieth century that analysts acknowledged that there was more to employees' motivation and hard work than just a paycheque.

Modern Leadership explores real-world challenges across multiple business sectors and provides solutions to traditional management theory. It advocates moving past the distinction between leadership and management in a corporate governance setting to a merged approach more suited to the challenges facing businesses in our current complex and volatile environment. It offers a new perspective, or framework, for efficient management administration. It was born out of a vision for the need to improve or modernize the philosophy of proper management protocols.

Pete Miguel Ward has worked with leading energy brands such as BG, Bp, Repsol, and ADNOC, in the capacity of leader and influencer. He successfully led multiple projects and development undertakings working in roles as Department Manager, Transition/Project Manager, Regional Operations Director, and Manager of Transformation.

In Modern Leadership, Pete Miguel Ward takes a conversational tone, relating encounters and experiences during his career that illustrate the principles outlined within chapters and where each one ends with a personal anecdote. The purpose of these stories will be to connect with you, the reader, to establish a trust that you have both walked a mile in the same shoes. He believes that the greatest misconception is that management by itself, can be successful.

No one is more worthy to help businesses journey through this evolving era. This book brings the needed outlook to the management and leadership world.

Sales arguments

• Leading industry expert and thought leader having worked in lead and executive positions for global energy giants.
• Pete is a social media influencer with over 20,000 followers on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
• After being interviewed by Advantage| ForbesBooks in 2018, he was offered a publishing deal with the renowned brand, being considered a Thought Leader in his industry.

Similar titles

• My Ishmael: By Daniel Quinn, Bantam Books, 1997. My Ishmael novel avers that humans endeavor to fit into effective and secure communities. It tributes the utter strength of human innovation citing examples from the industrial revolution days. “Modern Leadership” depicts real-world issues in our modern time, with only minor reference to earlier revolutionary times, the book takes us to extraordinary leadership and winning synergies, these human traits a now suited for this century.
• Becoming: by Michelle Obama, Crown Publishing, 2018. In her memoir, the former United States First Lady, Michelle Obama, shared how she dramatically reformed the way families pursue healthier and more active lives. Modern Leadership takes a bit of a twist as to delves into the success of crafting and applying innovative leadership strategies; ultimately leading to a sustained work-life family balance.
• Every Man for Himself: by Dame Beryl Bainbridge, Carol l and Graf publishers, 1996. Based on the infamous RMS Titanic disaster, during the ship's sinking, the protagonist Morgan, decisively makes his way to a collapsible and is rescued. In his narration, Morgan shares how at that moment, people are trying to save themselves during a difficult situation, to do what is best for only themselves with no one trying to help another. “Modern Leadership” shares the traits/ideals of true leaders

Audience

The book is for every evolving manager, veteran and corporate leader who requires reevaluations of new leadership procedure and thinking.

Advance praise

This year has seen a plethora of changes. Changes none of us could have imagined even in our wildest dreams. However, changes bring enlightenment, perseverance in the face of great adversity, and courage. It’s quite incredible the acts of valor one will display when facing insurmountable odds. These fearless acts can come in many different forms. Perhaps Charity, giving to others who are less fortunate as one example. Or, dive into one’s work and producing a masterpiece that not only embodies the artist who created it but when others view it, invokes hope in them and to their posterity once shared. Timeless.

One such masterpiece is a remarkable book written by my very dear friend and business partner, Pete Miguel Ward, and the book is entitled Modern Leadership. Pete has been my Rock of Gibraltar on many fronts; it’s hard to nail down exactly which one exclusively. He has the ability to see the goodness in people and help them discover their true worth. How do I know this? Because he has helped me realize the value of a project, I have spent years trying to perfect it. He allowed me to showcase my talents, and I am forever grateful.

The self-confidence I have gained because of his trust has helped me tremendously. It’s a great feeling, this feeling of incipient excitement building when you talk to Pete. His charisma is infectious. All of Pete’s qualities outlined above are why his book needs to be available to the masses. We may think present-day world questions and answers dealing with economics, life, or politics is axiomatic, but they are not.

We need a different view. Pete’s book offers us that view. One which isn’t tainted by money or power but which is born from experience and observation. I implore everyone to give Pete’s book a read. It will change your perspective and promote sagacious awareness.

Regards,
Christopher Misir
Founder & CEO
Octaleus