Manager to CEO is an indispensable resource for aspiring professionals trying to pave their way in the corporate environment. The book offers a comprehensive exploration of the challenges managers face as they rise through the ranks, paired with a wealth of practical advice and insightful discussions. It delves into essential aspects of professional growth, from mastering team management and understanding power dynamics to embracing change and upholding ethical principles. Containing a Foreword by K.V. Kamath, the book provides valuable guidance on self-management, talent acquisition, building resilience and fostering clear communication across all levels. Highlighting the importance of work-life balance, it encourages readers to think beyond their current roles and plans for future transitions and view success as a collective endeavour. With chapters dedicated to leadership, ethics, career progression and personal well-being, Manager to CEO equips readers with the tools and perspectives necessary to navigate the complexities of the corporate landscape with confidence and integrity.
As someone who has spent his lifetime working with companies and observing peoples' behavior, Walter Vieira has distilled his experiences in an easily understandable form which would be found useful by professionals at all stages of their career.
-K. V. Kamath, President,
New Development Bank BRICS (NDB BRICKS) and former Chairman, ICICI Bank Ltd. (From the Foreword)
"The author fills his work with many examples and anecdotes to ensure a painless read. [It is] a valuable read to win."
-Business Line
"This is a book [with a] difference. Full of real-life examples and anecdotes, this book will enable managers to relate to, and tackle, everyday problems successfully."
-Mid day
“Let Walker be your guide, as you seek to enjoy a rich and rewarding career in management, with his central theme of high performance in tandem with high ethical standards.”
–Philip Kotler
Walter Vieira, the founder and President of Marketing Advisory Services Group since 1975, is a respected management consultant with over 14 years of corporate experience. A Certified Management Consultant (CMC) and Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants of India (FIMC), he has taught at prestigious institutions worldwide and authored 16 books and over 1,200 articles. He made history as the first Asian elected Chairman of ICMCI, the global apex body representing 48 country-based consulting institutes, and has chaired several international conferences. A passionate advocate for social causes, he currently serves as the Chairman of the Consumer Education & Research Society (CERS) in India
