How To Be Moderately Successful: Career Acceleration for Realists

DEFINE YOUR 'BASE CAMP' OF SUCCESS — AND GET THERE FASTER

Want to be a billionaire? A celebrity? Retire by 40? Go to the moon? This isn’t that kind of book. How to Be Moderately Successful is a smart, practical career handbook for people who want something more realistic — a good job at a respected company, ongoing professional development and a healthy work-life balance.

Whether you're just starting out, are stuck mid-career, or ready for a change, this career development book gives you the practical tools to shape your career path, move forward with confidence and get promoted.

Based on 25 years of experience at Boston Consulting Group, eBay, Eurostar and Trainline — plus hundreds of honest conversations with professionals — it's written with warmth, wit and zero corporate jargon. It's the ultimate career guide for anyone who wants to level up without burning out!

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"A really useful toolkit for up-and-coming managers" — Vincent Cobee, ex-CEO of Citroen

"Practical and compelling" — Sam Eads, Head of Ad Sales, Trainline

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CHOOSE FROM OVER 40 PUNCHY CHAPTERS, each one with a relatable story, a clear takeaway and an action you can try today.

CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• What even is success?

• Your Personal Brand: Are You IKEA or Apple?

• Managing Your Boss

• Working With Idiots

• Strategy Is Deciding What Not to Do

• Getting Promoted: Step Up!

• Impressing People at Interviews: My 10 Top Tips

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Release date

Audiobook: 1 October 2025