BURLINGTON, ON | Monday, May 11, 2026

Inspiring You, in collaboration with LEAD for Growth, is proud to announce the upcoming release of Lead for Growth: Inspiring Stories and Practical Tools for Leaders Coaching Their Teams to the Next Level, a new book designed to help leaders navigate today’s evolving workplace through stronger human connection and coaching-led leadership.

Now available for pre-order on Amazon, with hard copies available May 14, the book brings together a collective of certified executive coaches who share practical tools, lived experiences, and real-world case stories to help leaders coach their teams more effectively.

The project, a collaboration between Nancy Dewar, founder of Inspiring You, Drew Munro and Kim Rowan, Principals with LEAD for Growth, and an additional 13 executive coaches, reflects a shared commitment to strengthening leadership through connection and growth.

“This project has been a meaningful journey for us, not just because of the writing, but because it’s been a true collaboration with people who are deeply passionate about making a difference in the world of leadership,” said Dewar. “At its core, the book explores how leadership is evolving, moving away from having all the answers and toward helping others grow through conversation, trust, and shared learning. More than anything, it reflects a belief that growth happens through connection, through the everyday conversations that shape how we think, lead, and support each other.”

Set against a backdrop of increasing complexity, from AI and hybrid work to flatter organizational structures and five generations in the workforce, the book addresses a central challenge for leaders: how to drive performance while maintaining meaningful connection. “Canadian organizations are operating in an increasingly complex and competitive landscape, where leadership capability is directly tied to performance and resilience,” said Matthew Holmes, Chief of Public Policy at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, who emphasizes the broader importance of leadership in today’s economic environment. “This book highlights the critical role coaching plays in developing leaders who can adapt, build trust, and unlock the full potential of their teams.”

Recent findings from Gallup reinforce the urgency. Global employee engagement sits at just 20%, with manager engagement dropping to 22%, underscoring a growing gap in leadership capability and the need for stronger coaching skills across organizations.

Designed as both a learning resource and practical guide, the book bridges the gap between theory and application. Each chapter explores a different dimension of coaching and leadership, supported by actionable tools that can be immediately applied in the workplace.

“This book is exactly what today’s leaders need. Through simple tools, real-world challenges, and success stories, it shows how coaching can transform leaders and teams. It has strengthened confidence, clarity, and impact across our organization and built trust, alignment, and capability in our leadership team. This is a must-read for any leader who wants to unlock potential, empower others and create a culture where people and teams thrive.”

Lee Ferreira, General Manager, Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Canada

As organizations continue to adapt to disruption and change, Inspiring You and LEAD for Growth aim to inspire a shift in how leadership is practiced, from directive to developmental, and from transactional to deeply human.

To order the book, visit: LeadforGrowthOrderBook