The Time Traveller’s Guide to Management: Workplace stories that reveal real world leadership lessons

Modern management principles. Historical settings. Timeless lessons. Meet August, a time traveller who discovers that the secrets of exceptional leadership aren’t found in boardrooms or business schools – they’re scattered across 2,500 years of human history. From the administrative genius of the Persian Empire to the high-stakes teamwork of the Soviet space programme, August's name and gender shift through the centuries, but the leadership challenges stay the same. Motivating teams, delegating effectively, recruiting the right people and managing out poor performers – the struggles that plagued ancient leaders are the ones you face today. The Time Traveller’s Guide to Management transforms management theory into gripping historical adventures. You’ll discover: How Elizabethan innkeepers mastered situational leadership under pressure Why Venetian merchants became delegation experts What California Gold Rush entrepreneurs learnt about handling underperformers How 18th century Japanese craftsmen built formidable team performance The recruitment secrets that put craft into space This isn't another management textbook filled with jargon and theory. It entertains as it informs, revealing timeless principles through compelling stories. Whether you're a new manager finding your feet or a seasoned leader seeking fresh insights, August's journey will change how you think about leadership forever.