This is a simple but pragmatic step-by-step guide for a line manager to support the development of their team members.’ — Ann Pickering, Chartered Companion, CIPD

‘As a global career development influencer and seasoned corporate facilitator, it was a pleasure to read this impactful book. Confident Career Conversations will be a game-changer in the world of work and a must read for Senior Management, HR, managers and employees. The book is written in a conversational and friendly manner with pragmatic, futuristic and evidence-based content to increase employee employability and enjoyability. The manager questions are thought provoking, intriguing and lead to a mutually beneficial dialogue. The career conversation model and toolkit are needed in the current fragile times.’ — Raza Abbas, Global Career Development Influencer, Seasoned Corporate Facilitator, Coach

‘As someone that has not had what you might define as a traditional career, I found this book resonated deeply with me both as a person and also as someone that has built or been part of building a number of teams across a range of sectors. During a time when finding and retaining talent is a difficult and costly enterprise, this book marries sound theories with practical actions, all underpinned by something I wholeheartedly agree with, the need to have a conversation with people. Don’t assume, don’t imagine; ask and engage in an active ongoing dialogue and you have a much better chance of aligning your aims with their plans and desires.’ — Martin Spiller, Senior Lecturer at Cranfield School of Management, Entrepreneur and Serial NED