Ascent: a practicing manager's growth mantra is a self-help book written by amit chatterjee. According to the author, a person can excel beyond his expectations by following certain methods. He says that a manager without an mba degree or a job in a reputed company can still achieve great success as a leader. His provocative book incites managers to work on their own volition. By using one's own intelligence and inner qualities one can become a leader from a manager, is the central point of the book. It offers unique illustrations and graphs for a better understanding. The approach followed by the author is extremely clear and direct. Also, intensive practices are provided for becoming leaders. These practices show the path of growth from a manager to a leader.