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Leadership Matters

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Achieving a leadership role is more than an accomplishment; it’s about sustaining success and staying long enough to make a real impact. Too often, people reach top roles but depart before they can leave their mark. As You Rise by Mizinga Melu guides leaders in navigating the complexities of staying at the top, emphasizing resilience, emotional intelligence, and adaptability.

 

Drawing from her journey as CEO and MD at top international institutions, Mizinga shares lessons on leadership’s challenges, with practical reflections to help readers grow from within. This book also serves as a roadmap for rising leaders, providing guidance to accelerate their journey and prepare for the demands of leadership.

 

Through her candid experiences with Standard Chartered Bank and others, Mizinga inspires readers to learn from her path. Success requires pushing beyond comfort, embracing change, and staying true to one’s values.

 

Mizinga Shansonga Melu is the CEO of Absa Bank Zambia and Founder of When Females Lead. A globally recognized, multiple award-winning leader, named Best CEO multiple times, she holds an MBA and various professional certifications. Grounded in faith and values, she’s building a legacy of empowerment. Mizinga is married to Chipepo Melu and is a proud mother to Ruth-Mary and Matthew.

This book is for you if you’re:

  • An emerging leader looking to take the next step in your career
  • An experienced professional aspiring to higher leadership roles
  • A current leader wanting to stay at the top of your game and continue growing

With her down-to-earth approach and deep understanding of what it takes to be a successful leader, Mizinga aims to equip the next generation of leaders with the mindset and tools they need to rise to their full potential. She also shares insights from other industry experts, providing a rich perspective on leadership across various sectors.

 

“As You Rise: Leadership Matters” is a must-read for anyone looking to build a lasting career in leadership while making a meaningful impact on the people and organizations they lead.

The global world of corporate, civic, and political leadership is facing its own unique challenges posed by interconnectedness, artificial intelligence, social media, and a highly ambitious cadre of young professionals. The focus of organisations is now about how to manage change, reduce chaos, and improve value differences brought about by growing diversity in workplaces and communities. I am well pleased that As You Rise has been published at this crucial time when the world is seeking valuable insights about how to lead effectively. Some of us have always wondered how Mizinga remained exceptionally consistent as a leader. She has been…
Chibamba Kanyama, PhD
In As You Rise, Mizinga Melu, a leader in the African financial sector, offers invaluable insights for current and aspiring leaders. The book emphasizes that while attaining a leadership position can be relatively easy, the true challenge lies in maintaining it. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and lessons from other leaders, Mizinga highlights the resilience, adaptability, and continuous self-awareness required for sustained success. Her practical strategies and candid reflections make this guide relatable and actionable. Ultimately, As You Rise, serves as an inspiring call to action for both current leaders and the next generation, urging them to embrace the…
Mrs. Mercy Wanjau, MBS
In a world, where rising to and remaining in top executive roles is not only challenging but often feels farfetched for women in their 30s, Mizinga Melu’s book As You Rise: Leadership Matters provides an inspiring and insightful journey through the peaks and valleys of leadership. Mizinga, an icon who has built a legacy in true leadership, is admired for her resilience, strategic brilliance, and commitment to uplifting others. As a lawyer and business strategist who has interacted with Mizinga over several years, I have always admired her humility, strength, and inclusive spirit—qualities that shine throughout the book. Her ability…
Nkhonde Fumbeshi
I have had the privilege of knowing Mizinga Melu for almost 30 years, and I have witnessed her remarkable growth and transformation into a courageous, witty, and visionary leadership giant. Her second book, ‘As You Rise,’ is a masterclass in leadership, building on the success of her first book, ‘Braving the Odds.’ Through her writing, speaking, and mentorship, Mizinga has inspired countless individuals, particularly women, to embrace their potential and pursue their dreams. As the founder and leader of When Females Lead—a pioneering organisation dedicated to empowering women from all spheres to develop in leadership, Mizinga continues to inspire and…
Raymond Muzumara
Mizinga’s book is one I wish I was equipped with when I stepped into my first leadership role. Entering leadership at a young age presents unique challenges, considering balancing the complexities of managing teams and delivering on strategic imperatives. What sets this book apart is its authenticity. Mizinga draws from her own lived experiences, offering a practical roadmap for transformation that speaks directly to the realities of leadership in our environment. It’s refreshing to find a guide that addresses the specific challenges many of us face, rather than one filled with distant examples. The evolution of the world of work…
Janice Matwi
This book leaves one feeling intrigued, inspired, and eager to dive deeper. I feel a burning desire to explore more because this truly feels like a practical handbook I can apply to my own leadership journey. The words you’ve chosen throughout the book resonate deeply, as it’s clear this isn’t just written for personal recognition, but to genuinely help others become the best versions of themselves as leaders. It’s a selfless effort to equip others to face challenges similar to those you’ve overcome, and you thrived! This is a book that everyone—current leaders and aspiring future leaders alike—should read.
O’Brien Kalumba

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