What Would Shakespeare Do ?

Timeless Leadership Lessons from the Bard

“What Would Shakespeare Do? is a compelling exploration of leadership through the timeless lens of Shakespeare’s plays, offering fresh insights for modern executives, entrepreneurs and decision-makers.”

David Breuer - Unicorn Publishing

Gareth Stapleton OBE brings a leader’s perspective to the Bard’s most iconic characters, revealing how their triumphs and failures illuminate the challenges faced by today’s organisations. Blending literary wisdom with real-world leadership experience, he uncovers practical lessons on emotional intelligence, crisis management, strategy, diversity and the human complexities at the heart of effective leadership.

Whether you’re a business leader, an educator or a curious thinker seeking to navigate today’s rapidly changing world, this book equips you with the tools to lead with clarity, empathy and purpose. A modern playbook inspired by centuries-old stories - and built for the leaders of today.