A Practical Guide to Adaptive Leadership
From CAN'T to CAN DO

The 9 Human Capabilities that AI can’t replicate

R 395.00

Who’s it for?

Leaders under fire. Teams who feel maxed-out and left behind by the pace of change.
Anyone tired of “leadership talk” with no real solutions.

Because here’s the brutal truth…

No Mental Clarity

You’re just reacting. When the fog rolls in, the lost follow the loudest noise -not the wisest voice..

No Emotional Agility

Teams spiral into distrust and drama. EQ isn’t “soft” - it’s a superpower.

No Physical Nexus

Stress kills creativity. If you can’t recharge, you won’t manage performance. Full stop.

Why does this book matter?

AI is slamming into business like a freight train, everything changes. But there’s one thing tech can never hack:
Your human edge. The real question isn’t if AI will shake up the world - it’s how you’ll respond. This book isn’t another AI panic - it’s your upgrade.

“From CAN'T to CAN DO”
slices through the noise, showing leaders - fast - how to tap grit, guts and real human energy to build much needed trust psychological safety, and creativity into our business and our business culture!

This book delivers:

AI can automate, but it can’t energise a room on a tough Monday. Only you can.
AI can crunch data - but only you can lead with energy, empathy and conviction.
Tough times don’t build character, they expose it.
This book isn’t a pep talk. It’s hands-on tactics for switching from “knowing” to “doing”.

More SPECIFICITY about what you’ll discover…

Mental Clarity

Your Leadership Compass – to Navigate Uncertainty with Crystal Clarity. The ability to make sound decisions in complex situations by filtering out noise, spotting patterns and staying future-focused, and anchored to the business ‘why’.

  • Purpose & Foresight: Envisioning your future by connecting ‘today’ with tomorrow’s possibilities, guided by your core purpose.
  • Decision Mastery: Exploring innovative solutions with curiosity, then making definitive choices that drive breakthrough results.
  • Narrative Power: Crafting compelling stories that transform complex ideas into memorable messages that inspire action.
Emotional Agility

The Leadership Glue – That Builds Trust. The ability to navigate emotions skillfully, build authentic connections, and create environments where diverse perspectives drive success.

  • Emotional Wisdom: Heightened self-awareness to navigate challenges, while fostering emotional intelligence development in others.
  • Relationships & Trust: Building psychological safety and unwavering trust that transforms groups into high performing teams.
  • Inclusive Leadership: Cultivating environments where diverse perspectives are sought, valued and
    integrated into decisive action.
Physical Nexus

Embodied Leadership – Bringing Energy, Presence &Resilience to the Fore. The ability to sustain energy, vitality and mindful presence – adapting resiliently under pressure to create optimal conditions for personal and team success.

  • Mindful Presence: Harnessing present-moment awareness to stay focused and authentic amidst constant demands.
  • Energy & Vitality: Optimising peak performance through the trifecta of restorative sleep, active living and mindful nutrition.
  • Stress Resilience: Building a higher ‘stress’ threshold – transforming pressure/fear into fuel for adaptability, optimism and performance.

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Meet the author

Joni Peddie is an award-winning Behavioural Strategist, CEO of Resilient People, and a globally recognised keynote speaker.
She’s spent 30+ years helping leaders and teams on five continents #BounceForward™, transforming challenges into energy and high performance.

A blend of neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and adaptive leadership - alongside her own practical frameworks - makes Joni’s approach both fun and impactful. Honoured in the Southern African Speaker Hall of Fame and the South African Educator's Hall of Fame, she currently serves as
Vice President of the Global Speakers Federation. As a Comrades marathon runner and a widowed mom, she leads her own life by the CAN DO philosophy.

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What people are saying

"CAN DO is a masterclass in modern leadership. It’s the toolkit every leader needs to inspire and thrive in today’s fast-paced world."

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"Packed with actionable insights. The blend of clarity, agility, and physical energy has transformed how I lead and live."

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"A leadership book that focuses on who you are, not just what you do. The CAN DO approach is a game-
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"After guiding my team through one of the  'Relationships and Trust' exercises from "From CANT to CAN DO – 9 Human Capabilities that AI can't replicate," I saw an immediate boost in open communication and genuine connection. The simple yet powerful steps made everyone feel valued, recognised and heard, deepening trust across the team. We’re now collaborating with greater empathy and understanding, and our shared confidence is noticeably stronger. I highly recommend this ‘adaptive' approach for any leader striving to build more resilient, cohesive teams."

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