Amanze Chinonye
The global conversation on leadership in uncertain times has received a significant boost as two renowned experts business storytelling coach Philip Humm and Kellogg School of Management professor Andrew Sykes have endorsed “Leading in a Storm”, the latest book by Nigerian author and public policy expert Dr. Dakuku Peterside.
Humm, an acclaimed business storyteller and former executive at top global technology companies, praised the book as a powerful guide for leaders navigating chaos and unpredictability. “Navigate chaos with confidence.
This leadership guide provides powerful insights, stories, and tools for leaders to adapt, think creatively, and lead effectively during unpredictable times,” he said in his endorsement.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelSimilarly, Prof. Sykes, who is also the CEO and founder of Habits at Work, described the book as a critical resource for decision-makers in boardrooms, cabinet meetings, and operational environments where high-pressure choices must often be made with incomplete information. “Leading is challenging even in the best circumstances.
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Leading during chaos demands a completely different skill set: a clear mind and a process for steering your team and your organisation toward calmer waters. This book offers perfect guidance, complete with anecdotes and stories illustrating its points. Given that we frequently transition from one crisis to another, this book is essential reading for the modern leader,” Sykes said.
Leading in a Storm provides a practical roadmap for leaders facing turbulence, offering tested frameworks to interpret complex situations, communicate clearly, and maintain team confidence when stakes are high.
It emphasizes balancing speed with sound judgment, urgency with disciplined learning, and principles with pragmatism. According to its endorsers, the book stands out for its clarity, actionable insights, and cross-sector relevance.
The release builds on the success of Peterside’s earlier bestseller, Strategic Turnaround: Story of a Government Agency, which chronicled lessons in public administration and transformation. In this new work, Peterside distills years of leadership experience into a playbook for converting confusion into priorities, turning meetings into actionable outcomes, and transforming uncertainty into forward momentum.
Speaking on the motivation behind the book, Peterside said, “I wrote this as a practical companion for leaders who must perform even when the path isn’t clear. The goal is straightforward: to help people act with clarity, mobilise teams with purpose, and deliver results amid the storm.”
With endorsements from respected voices in business strategy and leadership development, Leading in a Storm is positioning itself as a must-read manual for executives, policymakers, and managers navigating today’s fast-changing and crisis-prone world.
Amanze Chinonye is a Staff Correspondent at Prime Business Africa, a rising star in the literary world, weaving captivating stories that transport readers to the vibrant landscapes of Nigeria and the rest of Africa. With a unique voice that blends with the newspaper's tradition and style, Chinonye's writing is a masterful exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of identity, culture, and social justice. Through her words, Chinonye paints vivid portraits of everyday African life, from the bustling markets of Nigeria's Lagos to the quiet villages of South Africa's countryside . With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the complexities of Nigerian society, Chinonye's writing is both a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and a powerful call to action for a brighter future. As a writer, Chinonye is a true storyteller, using her dexterity to educate, inspire, and uplift readers around the world.
