Taking People With You

In Taking People With You, David Novak shares the leadership insights developed during his time as Chairman and CEO of Yum! Brands. The book centres on a straightforward premise: you cannot achieve significant results in any enterprise on your own. True success depends entirely on your ability to inspire, motivate, and bring colleagues and staff along with you.

Drawing on practical management principles, Novak outlines how leaders at every stage of their careers can rally others behind a shared vision. He addresses key aspects of organisational leadership, from creating enthusiastic teamwork to maintaining focus on clear targets. Whether you manage a small team, run a growing venture, or lead within an established institution, this book offers grounded lessons in personnel motivation and driving meaningful change.