Self-Transformation – The Journey from Manager to Great Leader

How do you break through personal limits? Rising Above provides a detailed transformation model to turn you from an ordinary manager into an exceptional leader.
Do you ever feel stuck in your leadership role? Despite your best efforts, you can’t surpass your own barriers—lack of confidence, overwork, or no distinct impact. Chapter 6 of Rising Above – Mastering Success & Complete Happiness unveils the “Transformation Model”—a detailed roadmap from self-awareness to extraordinary results. It’s a journey for new leaders seeking a breakthrough, middle managers craving advancement, and senior leaders aiming to reposition within their organization.

Coach Tường Huân writes: “Changing yourself is a long-term process requiring persistence and determination.” The transformation model includes 10 internal factors (like self-awareness, perseverance, positive thinking, learning ability) and 4 external ones (work environment, relationships, resources, support). This isn’t just theory—it’s a practical path you can follow step-by-step to evolve from a routine manager into a great leader.

Imagine you’re a middle manager, swept up in work chaos due to poor focus. Using the model’s “self-awareness” factor, you spend 10 minutes daily on the “body scan” exercise (page 278)—tuning into your breath, checking emotions. After a month, you’re no longer snapping at staff; you delegate better. That’s how Rising Above transforms you from within.

For new leaders, this model builds confidence. The “learning ability” factor pushes you to read or take a course—an hour weekly equips you to guide your team better. Senior leaders tap the “relationships” factor to recharge—instead of just meetings, have heartfelt talks with your team to foster trust.

An’s story (page 185) proves it. He once failed due to impatience, but applying the model—starting with recognizing weaknesses, training daily—he became a respected leader. You can too: list three weaknesses (like impatience), then work on one for two weeks—say, not interrupting staff mid-idea.

Rising Above goes beyond theory, offering steps: awareness (where you are), planning (what to change), action (small steps), and evaluation (check results). Middle managers escape the “work-but-no-progress” trap. New leaders build lasting habits. Senior leaders use it to realign their organization.

Start today: take 15 minutes to ask, “What do I most want to change?” and draft a small plan—like improving communication by listening to staff 5 minutes daily. In a month, you’ll shift from managing to truly leading. Rising Above is your transformation compass—are you ready to step toward a greater version of yourself?