Forgotten LeadersLes Leaders Oubliés 

I liked how Trottier mixed social commentary, psychology, and his own life experiences. This is a great example of how to mix French-Canadian friendliness with brutal reality.

Sarah L., Vancouver, BC

This year, "Forgotten Leaders" is one of the best non-fiction books I've read by a Canadian. Stéphane Trottier doesn't simply speak about mental health and homelessness; he makes them real.

Amanda R., Ottawa, ON﻿

L'honnêteté de M. Trottier au sujet du leadership et de l'anxiété m'a profondément touché. Ses histoires de « leaders oubliés » nous rappellent que la compassion est aussi une forme de leadership. Bravo pour avoir écrit quelque chose d'aussi honnête et courageux.

Daniel M., Montreal, QC

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I wasn’t sure what to anticipate, but this book stunned me. It's not only tales of difficulty; it's also about redemption, resilience, and being human.

Michael P., Calgary, AB

Stéphane Trottier captures something universal about leadership, the loneliness behind the title. His sympathy for the vulnerable, particularly in Ottawa shelters, radiates through every page.

Joanne C., Halifax, NS

What stands out most is the author’s vulnerability. He opens up about mental health and professional burnout with such honesty. I saw myself in many of his reflections.

Leanne H., Toronto, ON

C'était comme avoir une longue et profonde conversation avec un ami sage tard dans la nuit. Le rythme franco-anglais, l'authenticité et les histoires humaines reflètent ce qu'est vraiment le Canada.

Pierre G., Gatineau, Qc

I liked how the book breaks down stereotypes about being homeless and being a leader. Trottier makes you think that anyone, no matter how successful, can fall through the cracks.

Ravi K., Winnipeg, MB

"Les Leaders Oubliés", c'est comme se regarder dans un miroir de notre société. C'est difficile, essentiel, et plein de compassion.﻿
Nicole D., Québec, PQ

Trottier speaks out for individuals who have been silenced, such ex-executives and homeless survivors. As a Canadian reader, I was both sad and moved to do something.

Chris W., Edmonton, AB

Stephane Trottier is showcasing resilience against adversity. His stories captures the pursuit of passionate and meaningful human connections, inviting readers to explore the shared vulnerabilities and insights of an often undisclosed view of society. ﻿
Aaron Lewinsky, Deerfield, IL, USA

Trottier speaks out for individuals who have been s1.	Forgotten Leaders challenges everything I thought I knew about success… The stories of burnout, homelessness, and quiet resilience stayed with me long after I finished reading!!

Emily C., Nova-Scotia, Canada

	This manuscript reframes leadership in the most human way possible… It’s raw, vulnerable, and deeply compassionate without ever feeling preachy or self-indulgent!
Jonathan M. Québec, QC

I was struck by the honesty!!! Trottier writes about anxiety, failure, and identity with rare clarity. It’s leadership stripped of ego and rebuilt through empathy!!!﻿
Rachel T., Ottawa, ON

These stories feel lived, not manufactured! The blend of personal struggle and social reflection makes this manuscript both intimate and socially urgent…
David R., Toronto, ON

This is not a typical leadership book. It’s about vulnerability, accountability, and redefining strength in a culture that rewards performance over humanity.
Michael D., Minneapolis, MN 

L'approche narrative rend des problèmes complexes comme l'intinérance et le traumatisme accessibles sans perdre sa profondeur. Cela semble honnête et soigneusement réfléchi.
Samantha B., Maniwaki, QC

 I finished this manuscript thinking differently about resilience. It doesn’t offer easy answers, but it opens necessary conversations about compassion and responsibility…
Andrew C., Kingston, ON

5.	What stood out most was the courage!! This book doesn’t glorify success; it questions it. That alone makes it worth reading.,
Melissa G., Arizona

Le concept des « Leaders Oubliés » est puissant… Il nous rappelle que la dignité et le leadership existent souvent chez des personnes que la société ignore !
Christopher A., Laval, QC

	I appreciated how the manuscript connects mental health and leadership without simplifying either. It’s thoughtful, reflective, and emotionally grounded.
Lauren B., Ottawa, Ontario

Aurora Waverley's review on GoodReads Mar 24, 2026
''It was amazing''

Forgotten Leaders is not just a book it’s a mirror.

Stéphane Trottier does something rare in this work: he strips away the polished image of leadership and reveals the human cost behind it. What stood out to me most was the honesty. The stories don’t feel distant or theoretical they feel real, raw, and deeply personal. You begin to realize that leadership isn’t always about strength in the traditional sense, but about endurance, vulnerability, and the quiet battles people fight every day.

The way the book connects high performance with burnout, trauma, and mental health challenges is both eye-opening and necessary. It challenges the idea that success equals stability, and instead shows how fragile that balance can be. I found myself reflecting not just on leadership in others, but in my own life how we show up, how we cope, and how often we hide.

What makes this book powerful is its compassion. It doesn’t judge it understands. It gives a voice to people who are often overlooked, and in doing so, redefines leadership as something far more human and meaningful.

This is a book that stays with you after you finish it. It doesn’t just inform it shifts your perspective.

Highly recommended for anyone willing to look beyond the surface and rethink what it truly means to lead.﻿
Aurora Waverley, USA