Will be on Amazon from September 15th.
Leadership Development for Smarter Leaders
Confidently Build Lasting Habits, EQ & Team Motivation Skills You Need to Lead Successfully and Drive Results in 99 Days or Less
Smarter leadership. Real progress. That compounds.
Leading without the right conditions costs time, energy, and trust. With them, everything changes.
In this book, you will discover what actually moves the needle. You will learn how to lead with clarity, strengthen your emotional intelligence, and build a team culture that delivers results.
When you stop reacting and start leading with intention, decisions get sharper, priorities stay focused, and your team acts on what matters most.
The habits in this book pay for themselves. In productivity, performance, and profit.
You will see it in your calendar. Your culture. Your bottom line.
This is leadership that drives results. Not someday. In 99 days or less.
Early Readers' Reviews
Susanne Ekström has written a book every leader should keep within arm’s reach. It is practical, disciplined, and refreshingly free of jargon. Each chapter delivers clear guidance you can apply the same day, whether you are navigating change, making tough decisions, or building stronger teams. This is not theory for the shelf, it is a manual for action. Leaders who read it will not only think differently, they will operate differently.
Kevin McDonnell, CEO Coach, Strategic Advisor & Chairman
Leadership Development for Smarter Leaders is an insightful, practical, and inspiring guide for today’s leaders. Susanne Ekström delivers a refreshing blend of clarity, real-world examples, and actionable tools that help leaders reclaim their time, build trust, and make decisions with confidence.
The 99-day roadmap makes this book more than a read—it’s a blueprint for sustainable leadership growth. A must-have for leaders who want to thrive in today’s fast-paced environment.
This book is your must-have playbook for becoming the kind of leader who inspires people, drives results, and thrives under pressure.
Linda Fisk, Chairwoman
With Susanne Ekström’s approach, leaders like you discover that stepping back with intention allows your teams to step forward with strength, and in turn elevates your own leadership.
Donovan Dreyer, CEO
“You either run the day or the day runs you.” That one line captures the spirit of Leadership Development for Smarter Leaders. Instead of theory, Susanne Ekström gives real, usable tools: reclaiming time, setting boundaries, building emotional intelligence, and leading with clarity.
As someone who helps people meet life’s complexity with creativity, I loved how the book echoed this truth: “Self-leadership is the root of all leadership… Strategic calm replaces constant urgency. Focus replaces overload” .
If you want leadership habits that are both practical and transformative, this book delivers.
Rhona McBain, Keynote Speaker & Coach
As a leader, coach, consultant, and educator, I’ve often wanted to create a guide for my teams that speaks in plain, practical language. Something that’s easy to grasp and even easier to apply. Susanne Exström has already done exactly that with Leadership Development for Smart Leaders.
This book is straightforward, relatable, and packed with insights that actually work in real life. It bridges the gap between leadership theory and everyday practice, making it a resource anyone can pick up and immediately benefit from.
For me, this book is a time-saver—I’ll be buying copies for my team members and clients because it captures what I’ve been wanting to provide all along. If you’re looking for a leadership guide that’s both smart and accessible, this is it.
Kelly Mitchell, Resilient Life & Leadership
Susanne Ekström – Co-Author of the #1 International Bestseller LeadHERship Unveiled: Women Leading With Impact.
Stories of women who lead with vision, courage, and impact.
Susanne is the co-author of the #1 international bestselling book LeadHERship Unveiled: Women Leading With Impact published in 2025.
Leadership isn’t about following the rules—it’s about rewriting them.
A must-read for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and change-makers who want to lead with authenticity and confidence.
About the Book
LeadHERship Unveiled: Women Leading With Impact is a powerful collection of stories and strategies from trailblazing women. Susanne Ekström shares her unique perspective on leadership, resilience, and building companies people love.
This book is for women (and men) who want to lead with purpose, inspire others, and create real change.
Susanne’s Contribution:
Susanne’s chapter dives into:
Leading with clarity and courage
Recovering after failure and coming back stronger
Helping CEOs design a role they love while boosting profits
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