Lead Smarter by
Understanding
What NOT to Do.
We are facing a leadership crisis that demands bold and immediate action. Leaders have never been more essential than they are right now. Yet, 86% of high-potential employees report feeling exhausted, and drained by poor leadership, endless demands, and toxic workplace cultures.
Leadership should inspire—not deplete.
This book pulls back the curtain on the worst leadership mistakes—from ego-driven decision-making to cultures of fear—and gives you tools to recognize and avoid them. Packed with real stories, real failures, and real solutions, it arms you with the tools, strategies, and mindset shifts needed to lead with impact, influence, and integrity.
If you’re tired of lousy leaders, struggling to build a strong leadership culture, or want to make sure you and your leaders are not the problem—this book is for you.
About The Book
Why This Book?
Leadership isn’t a job title—it’s a responsibility. And when it’s done poorly, the results are devastating. This book is your guide to learning from others’ mistakes—so you don’t have to make them yourself.
Who It’s For
This book is for:
✔ Emerging leaders navigating the transition to leadership.
✔ Seasoned executives looking to refine their impact.
✔ HR & talent professionals developing the next generation of leadership.
✔ Anyone who’s suffered under bad leadership and wants to build something better.
How It Aligns with Legendary Leader™ Framework
This book doesn’t just expose the failures—it provides solutions. Built on the Legendary Leader™ Framework, it offers practical strategies to develop resilient, adaptable, and high-impact leaders who build thriving cultures instead of destroying them.
You need a steady stream of ‘ready now’ leaders to drive growth, maintain momentum, and create competitive advantage.
What’s inside
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Chapter 1
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Chapters
Pages
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About the author.
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Michael Krumpak
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