INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER: RETURN ON HUMANITY
A leadership wake-up call for our times.
As the world faces deep division, burnout, and uncertainty, this book shows that the most resilient, high-performing businesses are those led by people who prioritise humanity. And it’s already happening across the globe.
About The Book
Disengagement is rising. Burnout is epidemic. And many leaders are still clinging to control when what’s needed is connection.
Return on Humanity makes the case that the future belongs to leaders who put people first, and proves it with global stories, practical insights, and powerful data.
A finalist for the Business Book Awards in the Leadership category, this is more than a book. It’s a blueprint for a new era of leadership. One rooted in empathy, adaptability, and courage.
Because when we prioritise humanity, businesses don’t just perform better – they help build a better world.
Return on Humanity explores:
- Can life and work be more fulfilling if people tapped into their humanity?
- Is it possible to have more effective leaders if their skills are rooted in human values?
- Can companies be more competitive if they put people first before profit?
- And can the world really be improved through self-awareness?
Expect a collection of human stories and ideas that prove a more human approach to leadership and business will give us all a better future.
As we hurtle towards a future dominated by data, algorithms and AI, a book about the importance of humanity is perfectly timed and a must read.
Sir John Hegarty
Co-founder and Creative Director at The Garage Soho & The Business of Creativity
In today’s transparent world, power is finally shifting back to its rightful owners – customers and employees. In this world, there will be nowhere for companies to hide. Behaviour will be everything. Return on Humanity gives us all a reason to be optimistic, and to believe that capitalism – done the right way – is a force for good.
Simon Rogerson
Chief Executive Officer, Octopus Group
Managers talk strategy – Leaders tell stories. Philippa has gathered a magnificent set of stories that are sometimes charming, brutally honest, and inspiring. She has a compelling way of cutting to the chase, whilst taking the time to paint a colourful picture of just how every business leader can make a telling difference. You won’t find any of this on an MBA course, as this is authentic, vulnerable, and at times painful. The one thing I can reassure you of – you will be inspired, and not just for a moment, but to get up, speak up, and make a difference.
René Carayol MBE
World Leading Executive Coach to far too many CEO’s
This is a book which simply radiates hope, optimism and goodness of heart. Although the topic is leadership, this is more than a leadership manual: it’s a compendium of wisdom about how to deal more sensitively, humanely and effectively with people and institutions. If only this could be compulsory reading for everyone in power.
Simon Anholt
Founder, Good Country Index
