Book titled "No One Can Do Your Push-Ups For You" by Nena Shimp with the subtitle "A Back-to-Basics Plan for Leading Change" handwritten on the cover.

No frameworks.

No shortcuts.

Just the basics that work —

for leaders who are ready to do the reps.

Kindle version available now, paperback preorder is coming soon. 

After 30 years inside large, complex transformations, the pattern is always the same: leaders stop doing the basics. This book gets back to what actually works — and reminds you that no one can do it for you.

Book cover titled 'No One Can Do Your Push-Ups For You' by Nena Shimp, featuring a subtitle 'A Back-to-Basics Plan for Leading Change' handwritten in yellow highlighter.

For Leaders who own the results.

This book is for anyone leading a transformation — whether you’re a first-time manager or a seasoned executive. It will challenge you to stop hiding behind frameworks and start doing the fundamentals that actually move people.

For Practitioners who keep the change moving.

If you’re the one coaching leaders, removing roadblocks, and keeping momentum alive — this book gives you the language and the tools to lead up with confidence. You’re not support staff. You’re the catalyst.

Kindle version available now, paperback preorder is coming soon. 

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Published by GFB · October 6, 2026

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