New Release • Leadership & Personal Growth
The Journey from Vision to Purpose-Driven Leadership
Transform waiting into winning. Learn how to lead with integrity, build lasting legacy, and hustle with purpose—even when the spotlight is off.
"Preparation is not stillness. It's silent motion."
A purpose-driven leader with 39 years of distinguished federal service, Kenneth has mentored hundreds through his groundbreaking M2M (Mentor-to-Mentor) initiative and shaped strategic impact across multiple levels of government. He leads with heart, humility, and relentless hustle.
Sound Familiar?
You work hard, but your qualifications and efforts aren't recognized. Frustration and self-doubt creep in.
The pressure to "fit in" or "keep the peace" erodes your boundaries and integrity—and your sense of self.
You feel anxious or idle during seasons of uncertainty, viewing waiting as wasted time instead of opportunity.
Setbacks feel like dead ends rather than stepping stones. You struggle to extract lessons from challenges.
You push relentlessly for short-term gains, sacrificing peace, health, and long-term well-being.
No one taught you the unwritten rules—the truths they don't put in leadership manuals or handbooks.
"This book understands exactly where you are—because I've been there."
The Transformation
Stop waiting for permission. Start building your legacy.
Anchor yourself in your unique purpose and use it as a compass through all life's challenges.
Lead with integrity and emotional intelligence—master the "duck mentality" of calm above, hustle below.
Establish non-negotiable boundaries that protect your peace, self-respect, and values.
Transform failures into fuel. View every obstacle as a teacher and stepping stone.
Build a lasting legacy without burning out—align your pace with your purpose.
Embrace your authentic, UNIKUE self—no more seeking external validation.
Inside the Book
Hard-earned wisdom, proven frameworks, and reflection prompts that turn insight into action.
A holistic model for leadership: Understanding, Nurture, Integrity, Knowledge, Unwavering Purpose, and Excellence.
Maintain grace and composure above while relentlessly hustling and growing beneath the surface.
Embrace emotional depth—your sensitivity and tears are signs of strength and healing, not weakness.
Strategies to grow and lead effectively when you're overlooked, underestimated, or receiving no applause.
How deep, silent preparation builds the roots for explosive, sustainable growth—just like bamboo.
Practical, hard-won nuggets of wisdom on forgiveness, boundaries, vision, self-worth, and more.
Insights into building reciprocal Mentor-to-Mentor relationships that foster mutual growth and community.
Is This Book For You?
This book is NOT for: Those seeking shortcuts, quick fixes, or success without substance. This is about building something that lasts.
Wisdom from the Pages
"The dream is free, but the Hustle is sold separately!"
— Kenneth E. LeGrand
"Neglect never broke me—it refined me. This is what I call hustling through the silence."
— Kenneth E. LeGrand
"I wasn't built for approval; I was built for assignment."
— Kenneth E. LeGrand
"Where you are going is BIGGER than where you have been."
— Kenneth E. LeGrand
Meet the Author
Kenneth LeGrand's story isn't just told—it's lived. Rooted in faith, forged in service, and propelled by an unshakable hustle, his journey reflects a life built not for moments, but for movements.
For more than 39 years, Kenneth served with distinction across the federal landscape, quietly shaping leaders, organizations, and cultures with a rare blend of integrity, wisdom, and clarity. His groundbreaking M2M (Mentor-to-Mentor) initiative touched hundreds, proving that true leadership is measured not by titles held, but by lives transformed.
As the founder of UPITY LLC (Unlimited Progress Integral To You), Kenneth continues his mission beyond government service—coaching, challenging, and championing professionals to rise higher and lead bolder. His vision is clear: empower others to discover their purpose, stand firmly in their values, and hustle faithfully while they wait.
"Legacy isn't what you leave behind—it's what you build while you're here."
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Have Questions?
If you're in a season of waiting, facing a career plateau, seeking to lead with more purpose, or simply wanting to build a legacy that lasts—this book is written for you. It's for anyone who wants to stop waiting for permission and start building their future today.
The book is 128 pages—designed to be a focused, impactful read that respects your time while delivering transformative insights. You can read it in a weekend, but the lessons will stay with you for a lifetime.
Both. Hustle While You Wait combines practical frameworks (like the UNIKUE model and Duck Mentality) with powerful "Kennisms" and reflection prompts that turn insight into action. It's part memoir, part manual—and all movement.
Kenneth's journey is guided by his faith, and that authenticity comes through in the book. However, the principles of purpose, resilience, and integrity are universal and applicable regardless of your background or beliefs.
Absolutely! The reflection prompts and frameworks make it ideal for leadership development programs, book clubs, mentoring circles, and organizational training. Contact Kenneth for bulk orders or speaking engagements.