"His wisdom, and research, has helped many masterfully onboard into new positions." --
Forbes.com "Watkins has taken a rather prosaic proposition (first impressions count) and built around it a handbook that grown-ups can use in business, particularly in times of change and transition." --
Idealog (New Zealand) "A useful addition to leadership studies collections." --
Choice magazine "
The First 90 Days is a rich source of material for any executive coach and of course any uncoached executive. I highly recommend it." --
Coaching Today "
The First 90 Days and its digital counterpart serve as valued resources for leaders just stepping into a critical new role--when first impressions matter so much, and every word or deed can tip the scale of public opinion." --
T+D magazine (American Society for Training & Development) "No business holding should be without this expanded coverage." --
Midwest Book Review "Any person who gets a new job or promotion or position, can use this book to be more effective in the first 3 months on the job.... It is no doubt that [
The First 90 Days] has lasting-power and will remain popular and useful for many years to come." --
800 CEO READ "...packed with practical suggestions for how to successfully navigate through new scenarios." --
GuruFocus.com "In his seminal book
The First 90 Days, Michael Watkins advises that, as a leader in the first 90 days of a new leadership role, you should promote yourself, accelerate your learning, match your strategy to the situation, and create coalitions." --
FastCompany.com "a superb guide" --
Globe & Mail
