Anna D. Banks brings over 25 years of experience in leadership development, executive coaching, and career transition planning to her work as Founder and Managing Director of Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. A trusted partner to individuals, teams, and small businesses, Anna is also a Certified Human Behavior Trainer and Consultant known for her ability to turn insight into action.
She is the Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author of The Retire Your Way Planner and Books That Build BRANDS, and the creator of two signature programs: Books That Build BRANDS™ —a done-with-you publishing framework that turns expertise into influence and income—and Middle Managers Matter™, which equips emerging and mid-level leaders to thrive in today’s complex workplaces.
Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. is proud to be officially certified as a Category 1 Approved Small Business Enterprise (SBE) by the State of New Jersey, reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-impact, results-driven services to public and private sector clients.
Whether you’re an expert ready to write your legacy, a leader navigating transition, or a small business seeking growth, Anna and her team are here to help you transform persistence into purpose—and purpose into power.
Feeling stuck despite all your effort? Discover how one powerful idea—the 101st blow—can shift everything. If you’re a middle manager or expert ready to rise, this post is your breakthrough moment. ...more
Retirement Transition ,Executive Coaching Leadership Development Books That Build Brands &The Middle Manager Crisis
March 27, 2025•3 min read
Great writing isn’t just about what you say—it’s about how you edit. Learn the do’s and don’ts of self-editing to make your writing clear, polished, and engaging. Read now! ...more
Retirement Transition ,Executive Coaching &Books That Build Brands
March 26, 2025•2 min read
Editing doesn’t have to be overwhelming! Learn how to polish your book step by step, so you can refine your message, improve readability, and get it ready for publishing—without stress. ...more
Retirement Transition ,Executive Coaching &Books That Build Brands
March 24, 2025•3 min read
Some middle managers command respect, while others feel invisible. Want to get noticed, build influence, and move up in your career? Learn the key habits that separate the leaders from the overlooked!... ...more
Books That Build Brands ,The Middle Manager Crisis
March 21, 2025•3 min read
You don’t have to be a writer to become an author! Learn how to turn your knowledge into a book using dictation, interviews, ghostwriters, or repurposed content. Get your story out there—without writi... ...more
Retirement Transition ,Executive Coaching &Books That Build Brands
March 19, 2025•5 min read
Too busy to write? These simple strategies will help you write faster and smarter—even with a packed schedule! Learn how to outline, sprint, batch, and use AI to get more done. ...more
Retirement Transition ,Executive Coaching &Books That Build Brands
March 17, 2025•2 min read