To succeed in business, a good leader or manager must possess crucial leadership skills and must know how to use their position effectively. However, these skills are often neglected during initial on the job training. This concise, easy-to-read and understand blueprint by Dani R. Apple for leaders and managers in early or mid-career will be invaluable for those who want the excitement and satisfaction of taking on, achieving, and exceeding ambitious goals. The lessons it contains will help gain an understanding of the important skills and responsibilities that will lead to success early in one's career and build a foundation for future leadership challenges. Readers who enjoyed The Seven Mistakes New Managers Make by Janet Polach are sure to find this book helpful as well.