The Bookshelf Edit Episode 3

Farah Benis Reviews Scaling Pyramids by Christopher Stitt

In this episode of The Bookshelf Edit, Farah explores Scaling Pyramids: Leadership Lessons from a Mid-Level Bureaucrat by Christopher Stitt. She breaks down the book’s core themes — including leading from the middle of organisations, influence without authority, reputation as a leadership asset, and why endurance often matters more than brilliance — and explains why these insights are particularly relevant for professionals operating inside complex, hierarchical systems.

Plus, Chris himself joins for an exclusive interview, sharing his insights on leadership and why this book now.

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