Lack of Ownership
and Accountability
The #1 Leadership Problem in the Philippines,
and How Smart Executives Are Solving It.
What You’ll Discover Inside
Who This Book Is For
Why Now
The Philippines is home to some of the most talented people in the world. But unless we address the root causes of weak accountability, that potential will remain untapped.
This book isn’t just theory. It’s a wake-up call and a practical playbook for the leaders who are ready to raise the bar.
What Executives Are Saying
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“This book helped us name the root causes behind certain behaviors, especially in middle and senior management. It goes beyond surface-level fixes and challenges you to lead culture change with depth and intention.”.
ZAWAN GAWAN-TAYLOR,
CEO AND FOUNDER, BSA SOLUTIONS INC.
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“This book offers sharp analysis and relevant research on leadership in the Philippines. An insightful, practical guide for any leader looking to drive real transformation and elevate the country’s role in the global economy.”
SANJIV GUPTA,
PRESIDENT AND COUNTRY HEAD, IBM PHILIPPINES
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“This is the first book that truly captured the challenges I face as a manager in the Philippines. The insights felt uncannily accurate, like the author sat in on my last team meeting. Practical, sharp, and already proving useful.”
AMELIE GUIOT,
MANAGING DIRECTOR, ATE CO PHILIPPINES
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“This book opened my eyes to how childhood experiences shape leadership. It made me more mindful of my biases, and it’s definitely one I’ll revisit again.”
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MIKE CHEBAT,
PRESIDENT, ZAFIRE DISTRIBUTIONS INC.
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“I’ve read Mike’s books and joined his executive roundtables. They’re packed with practical insights on working with Filipinos and have helped us translate those ideas into real, meaningful results.”
MICKAEL CARDOSO,
FOUNDER AND CEO, CLOUDCFO INC.
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“This book challenges leaders to shift from managing behaviors to leading with belief. It calls for radical responsibility and cultural change through authenticity, ownership, and courageous conversations.”
DANIEL ALEXANDER,
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER, MANULIFE.