“Leading in a Storm,” the latest publication by Dr. Dakuku Peterside, has garnered acclaim from prominent figures in business, academia, and communications, who praise it as an essential and pragmatic manual for leaders confronting disruption across various industries.
Its hands-on approach ensures that leaders can immediately apply the insights to their roles, making it an indispensable tool in today’s unpredictable environment.
Senator Daisy Danjuma, Executive Chairman of South Atlantic Petroleum, lauded the book as “a straightforward and actionable roadmap for steering through crises and upheavals,” emphasizing its significance for leaders in both governmental and corporate spheres. She highlighted Peterside’s focus on critical leadership skills such as contextual awareness, emotional steadiness, deciphering complexity, anticipatory decision-making, clear communication, flexibility, collaboration, and ongoing development.
“These practical lessons make ‘Leading in a Storm’ a must-read for leaders at all tiers. Anyone committed to excelling amid uncertainty will find this book invaluable,” she affirmed.
Professor Lilian Imuetinyan Salami, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin and ex-chair of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities, stressed the book’s timeliness given the current global instability. “In a world rife with challenges on every front, it is imperative that leaders are well-prepared to handle unpredictability,” she remarked, adding that “this book offers actionable guidance that can empower leaders to succeed.”
She drew attention to Peterside’s central argument that crises have become a constant reality, advocating for a shift from reactive crisis management to proactive, transformative leadership grounded in skills like Contextual Intelligence, Strategic Foresight, Decisive Action, and Adaptive Resilience.
Lami Tumaka, chairman of Blue Economy Nigeria Ltd and a seasoned public relations expert, praised the book based on her direct experience with Peterside’s leadership. “Having closely collaborated with Dakuku Peterside during his tenure at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), I was eager to explore his new work,” she shared.
>”‘Leading in a Storm’ serves as an advanced guide to crisis leadership, presenting actionable tactics for navigating challenging periods. Peterside’s focus on adaptability, resilience, and prompt decision-making underscores the vital role of effective leadership during uncertain times. His insightful and practical treatment of leadership challenges makes this book a valuable asset for leaders across diverse sectors.”
Building on the success of his bestselling title, ‘Strategic Turnaround: The Story of a Government Agency,’ Dr. Peterside condenses decades of experience in politics, leadership, and public administration into a proven framework for managing volatility and uncertainty. “Leading in a Storm” empowers readers to interpret their environment, communicate with precision, make difficult decisions under pressure, and galvanize teams to evolve and respond-regardless of the obstacles.
What distinguishes this work is its emphasis on actionable strategies combined with the author’s rich background in crisis leadership.
