John Amaechi
The Promises of Giants
Nicholas Brealey Publishing, 2021
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Workplaces need giants – savvy leaders with the power and drive to inspire, lift up and embolden others.
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John Amaechi OBE is an organizational psychologist and the first Briton to have a career in the National Basketball Association. He is aware of the effect his height has on others and adapts his behavior to counter the inevitable stereotypes. He regards everyone as a giant in his or her own right, regardless of size or status. As a giant, he says, you should be aware of the impact of your words and behavior, and be intentional in your conduct. Amaechi offers a framework for living and acting as a giant.
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About the Author
In 2019, HR Magazine recognized organizational psychologist John Amaechi OBE as one of HR’s most influential thinkers. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Man in the Middle, a sought after public speaker, executive coach and founder of APS Intelligence. Amaechi is the first Briton to have a career in the National Basketball Association.
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