Dedication

On becoming the number one Number Two:

To all the Number Twos and those who want to be more significant trusted advisors—the disappointed, frustrated, yet eager and persistent staff people in communications, corporate strategy, finance, human resources, law, IT, business continuation and recovery, compliance, and security who know that if only they could get to the inner circle and be heard, their advice could save the day and avoid career-defining moments for their boss.

This book will help you become the number one Number Two you imagine yourself to be, wherever you work, whether you are an internal expert or an outside consultant. The concepts talked about here will make your professional life richer, more professionally rewarding, ...

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