BOOK REVIEWER BOOK REVIEWER
CANDICE GOLDING JOHN APOTSIS
Quietly Powerful Digital is Everyone’s
Business
by Megumi Miki
Initially intrigued by the title, this book goes
beyond introversion and was enjoyable to read
from the perspectives of both an EA and a quiet
person.
Throughout the five parts in Quietly Powerful,
Megumi Miki challenges you to think differently
about the quiet people in your life. She does this
while providing insights of her own and those of
others in the case studies, all of which the reader
can relate to—being a quiet or not-so-quiet reader.
Quietly Powerful provides many practical
strategies that can be used for individual or
organisational purpose. There are numerous points
for reflection throughout all parts of the book,
with further reading and sources detailed at the
rear. Part four will be the chapters I re-visit most,
though the book does have an index to help you
find that page, case study or strategy you’re after.
This book can be a great tool for any person
currently in a leadership position or aspiring to
be in a leadership position. “Quiet does not equal
Quietly Powerful” and I encourage you to read
this book to find out why. Read this book, if not
to become ‘quietly powerful’ yourself, then use
this book to learn how to better manage and work
alongside quiet and not-so-quiet team members
within your organisation.
by David Banger
From the title you might be fooled into thinking:
Banger will spend 160 pages convincing you to ‘go
digital’ or why ‘going digital’ would benefit you
personally and professionally.
The reality is: ‘Digital’ is the last chapter of
Banger’s book. This is justified on the premise
that “digital will be part of business not all of the
business”.
Organisations, regardless of how technologically-
dependent they are likely to become, will always
rely more heavily upon people and relationships
to bridge the divide between organisational
strategy and the practical experiences of teams
assisting in achieving those aims.
‘Digital is Everyone’s Business’ is a testament
to the unique, professional, journey that Banger
has undergone. Along the way, he has amassed
a wealth of knowledge and understanding,
particularly when it comes to teams with shared
values and Lighthouse leaders, who can find
unique ways of unlocking the full potential of
every member of their team, and thus, create a
better future for all.
John Apotsis, EA
Candice Golding, EA at Dr Jones and Partners
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