Take Charge

Take Charge: Lead Your Business with Confidence and Build a Team That Grows With You 

You built a business, not really planning on being the boss… now what? Many entrepreneurs start with a great idea, grow their business and then suddenly find themselves managing people – often with little to no leadership training or experience. If you’ve ever thought, I never planned to be a leader, you’re not alone. 

But here’s the truth: leadership isn’t just about being in charge because you own the business. It’s about actively taking charge – stepping up, leading with confidence and creating workplaces where people are excited to show up, contribute and feel proud to be a part of. The good news? Leadership isn’t something you’re born with. It’s a skill you can develop. 

Take Charge is the ultimate no-nonsense guide for business owners who are tired of working all hours because no one else can do it like they do, blindsided when their best team members leave and ready to spend more time doing what they love. Packed with practical strategies, real-world examples and actionable exercises, this book equips business owners with the tools they need to build a motivated, reliable and high-performing team – without the stress of figuring it all out alone or losing themselves in the process. 

At the heart of the book is the BOSS method, a solid four-step framework designed to help business owners take control of their leadership journey: 

• Become the boss your business needs – shift from feeling overwhelmed and unsure to leading with confidence and clarity. 
• Organise the ideal team structure – set goals, define roles and build a business that doesn’t rely on you for everything. 
• Survey your current reality – assess team engagement, strengths and roadblocks to create a workplace where everyone can do their best work. 
• Strategise and make it happen – turn your vision into reality with clear strategies, strong company values and systems that make leadership easier. 

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers – it’s about developing simple, effective habits and improving every day. Take Charge offers straightforward, no-fluff strategies that can be put to work immediately. 

This book is for any business owner who is tired of second-guessing their leadership skills and wants to inspire their team and create a business that doesn’t just function - but excites. 

It’s time to move from simply being in charge to actively taking charge and leading your business and team to greatness.

Easy to read and relate to, like chatting with a close friend over coffee. Claudia touches on tough career chapters and transformations that will take you to the next level. As an entrepreneur with decades of experience, I’m always interested in practical resources to boost my business and elevate my mindset. Claudia’s book Take Charge is a great asset to every executive and entrepreneur’s bookshelf! This book offers powerful business strategies, mindset shifts, and personal anecdotes that left me feeling inspired and equipped to elevate my business. 

—Diana Richardson, Business Strategist, Catalyst Coach & Visionary, Signature D Ltd & Glowgetter Beauty Entrepreneurs 

Claudia Thompson's Take Charge is a game-changer for small business owners seeking to inspire and empower their teams. I particularly love her practical BOSS framework that offers business leaders actionable strategies to create a workplace where people actually WANT to be! Thompson's clear guidance addresses real challenges in a welcome, empathic style to help build a team culture rooted in trust. I believe that this book doesn’t just teach Leadership, it reignites passion for business, making it an essential read for anyone eager to lead with confidence, clarity - and create extraordinary results. 

—Andy Edwards International Speaker and Author of ‘LEADERSHIT’ 

Claudia offers excellent wisdom and practical knowledge for leaders who want to transform their teams. Her thoughts on engagement, culture and team dynamics are invaluable for anyone looking to unlock the full potential of their people and create workplaces that inspire. 

—Jamil Qureshi, International Speaker and Author of ‘The Mind Coach’ and ‘The Secret Footballer – How To Win. Lessons from the Premier League’ 

The advice and guidance in Take Charge has been vital in my journey from a solo entrepreneur to building and growing my team. This book provides all hints, tips, clear step-by-step guidance and frameworks for me to follow having never led a team before. I recommend to any small business owners/leaders to read, that currently has or is thinking about a team. 

—Jennifer Horler, Founder, Lionheart Virtual Assistance 

Claudia’s book is refreshing. It’s a straightforward accessible guide to aid team engagement and team development, written in a clear, easy-to-follow style. Take Charge delivers valuable insights without unnecessary complexity, making it a great resource to support all levels of leader. At the heart of Take Charge is the ‘BOSS’ principle, which provides a practical approach to strengthen teams and build workplace dynamics. The integral exercises are well thought out, to encourage natural reflection and all-important action. 

—Carly Warren, Managing Director, Thoroughbred Marketing 

So many entrepreneurs have great ideas, which lead to successful businesses, which then grow exponentially and before they know it, they are managers of people, whether they wanted to be or not. Claudia Thompson's Take Charge equips business owners with the tools and insight they need to become great people leaders. Not just a book on theory, Take Charge offers a well thought out, practical approach, with exercises and techniques designed to deliver real results. The added bonus is Claudia's personal, pragmatic and often humorous style, which ensures an engaging read. 

—Andrew Halford, Director Consultant, Pink Fluff HR Consultancy

Claudia D. Thompson is a leadership consultant and team strategist who helps business owners build workplaces where people want to stay and grow. With a business degree and two decades of experience across industries – from fashion to software – she’s seen first-hand the struggles of disengaged teams and overwhelmed leaders. Now she helps business owners take charge, simplify leadership and build better workplaces – without the fluff, burnout or corporate jargon.

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