Publication Date: November 17, 2023
“Leader, Not a Boss” is a Go-To Guide for New Managers. Dive into the world of effective leadership with this essential handbook tailored for first-time managers. Uncover valuable insights to navigate the differences between leadership and management, while sidestepping common pitfalls.
Discover practical strategies seamlessly integrated into your daily routine, enabling you to maximize your team’s potential. From recruiting the right team to fostering engagement and handling delicate situations like employee layoffs, this guide provides comprehensive support for every step of your leadership journey. Based on real experiences, “Leader, Not a Boss” offers practical advice and relatable scenarios, making it a must-have for every aspiring leader.
What will you learn?
1. Manager vs. Leader: What Sets Them Apart in Today’s Workplace
2. The Ultimate Guide to Exceptional Leadership: Key Rules to Follow
3. Common Leadership Blunders to Sidestep in the Modern Era
4. The ABCs of Recruiting Top Talent for Your Team
5. Empowering Your Team: Strategies to Foster Growth and Sustain Motivation
6. Offboarding: Navigating Employee Layoffs
First-time leaders often find themselves facing questions, doubts, and uncertainties in their roles. A resource written by Benjamin Babic aims to ease the transition and empower those new to leadership roles.
Leader, Not a Boss serves as a guide for young and rising managers. Its focus is on the different stages of the employee life cycle, including hiring, developing, retaining, and laying off. Thanks to a clear organizational style, readers are encouraged to use the book as a reference rather than a novel.
The author acknowledges his limitations as he is still learning and improving. However, he shares his challenges as a helpful tool for others seeking to lead people.
The writing style flows smoothly, with section headers making it easy to digest the content. Overall, it’s a nice approach to what typically might be considered a dry topic.
Leader, Not a Boss delivers a solid set of tools for new leaders through the lens of someone who has been in the trenches.
 
Benjamin Babic works as the Logistics Director for a major eyewear company in Europe. He obtained a Master’s in Economics from the University of Zagreb and later pursued an MBA at the Frankfurt School. Benjamin began his career at METRO Cash & Carry and assumed the role of Store Manager at the age of 26. Transitioning from a dynamic, sales-focused role, he pivoted to operations at Wayfair, ultimately taking on the role of Senior Manager leading the order fulfillment department. He now focuses on supporting, mentoring, and developing his teams, drawing from his experiences to guide new managers.
