Human-Wise - by Helen Wada

About the Book

What does it mean to be human at work? And why are we still having this conversation? A unified approach for leadership and sales that links a coaching approach with commercial growth.

Book Synopsis

Can we be both commercially focused and human at work?

We talk a lot about human-centric leadership - putting people, culture and inclusivity at the heart of business. Yet in today's competitive world success is still often associated with being results-focused and aggressive, which can seem like the opposite of human. Is it possible to put humanity at the heart of what we do without sacrificing performance?

Drawing upon coaching principles, HUMAN-WISE offers a unique practical framework to help you explore these ideas for yourself, and then apply them to others around you. Helen Wada is an experienced business development leader and executive coach who specializes in developing human-centric commercial leaders. With her business, The Human Advantage, she brings core coaching skills to life, linking them to a commercial focus. This book will transform how you approach conversations and help you build the resilience you need to be successful, in business and in life.

HUMAN-WISE is an essential read for any leader looking to develop themselves, grow their business and build a more human working world.

From the Back Cover

How do we blend humanity with commerciality?

In a world that still celebrates results and a constant drive for growth, the truth is becoming clear: human skills matter more than ever.

HUMAN-WISE reveals the powerful golden thread between the skills that win work and those that define human-centred leadership. Drawing on real-life experiences, it introduces the practical and proven HUMAN(TM) framework, placing self-confidence, emotional intelligence and coaching skills at the centre of personal and professional success.

Whether you're a leader, expert practitioner or someone looking to grow your business, HUMAN-WISE will help you elevate how you show up, strengthen your relationships, and build a more human working world, one conversation at a time.

Helen Wada began her career as a chartered accountant and never dreamt of a role in sales. Yet went on to become a Global Client Leader for KPMG. She now leads The Human Advantage(R), a leadership development and executive coaching business focused on helping others to lead from within and sell with confidence.

'HUMAN-WISE represents a vital resource: a coaching approach for sustainable success.- Phil Smith CBE. Chair Skills England

'A must-read for anyone who believes the future of business is human.' Melissa Geiger, Chair, KPMG UK and Switzerland

About the Author

Founder of The Human Advantage, an Executive Coaching and Consultancy business, chartered accountant turned business development guru and executive coach, Helen Wada was formerly a Global Client Director at KPMG and now spends her time providing coaching and leadership training to leaders across a range of top-tier organizations. Helen brings a fresh perspective to commercial leadership and coaching and has worked with numerous front-line, top-tier professional service firms such as KPMG, BDO, FTI Consulting, Interpath, Kantar and Channel 4. Her mission is to help business everywhere put the human back into the working world. Helen also hosts the podcast 'Human Wise'.