In the Spotlight Library
Practical Lessons in Leadership and Communication

Presidential Politics and the Absence of Authenticity - July 2008
Our electoral process and over-exposed culture kill any hopes of straight-talking debates
between authentic candidates.

On the Olympic Games, and the Intersection of Politics and Sports - May 2008
History has shown that boycotts have had meaningful impact on one and only one group:
the athletes who are not allowed to participate.

McCain, Obama and the Value of Authenticity - March 2008
If you want to earn the respect of the people around you, tell it like it is, be entirely authentic.

The Success of the New England Patriots - January 2008
Leaders set the tone and the example that their teams, organizations and businesses will follow.

The Challenge and Importance of Global Communication - September 2007
In the current global economy, effective communication skills are an advantage that can
help bridge cultural divides.

The Eloquence of Tony Blair - July 2007
Successful leadership requires the ability to build trust with the spoken word.

Patagonia’s Yvon Chouinard - May 2007
His success stems from a visionary business strategy and strong convictions.

The Imperial Management Style of Home Depot’s Bob Nardelli - March 2007
Where does an organizational leader’s real power and influence come from?

George David: A Sailor’s Approach to Business Leadership - January 2007
The characteristics of every organization reflect the characteristics of the people at the top.

President Bush, Articulate Expression, Perception of Intelligence: Volume IV, Issue 6 - November 2006
The importance of verbal expression, and the way it affects public perception, is crucial for success.

The GAP Method, Part 1 - Identify Your Goals: Volume IV, Issue 5 - September 2006
The third excerpt from Move the World: Persuade Your Audience, Change Minds and Achieve Your Goals.

How We Communicate Today… and Why We Are So Bad at It!: Volume IV, Issue 4 - July 2006
The second excerpt from Move the World: Persuade Your Audience, Change Minds and Achieve Your Goals.

An Invitation to Change Your Life: Volume IV, Issue 3 - May 2006
The first excerpt from Move the World: Persuade Your Audience, Change Minds and Achieve Your Goals.

Lessons from Torino: Volume IV, Issue 2 - March 2006
The formula for success - leadership, motivation and persuasion.

Martha Stewart’s Look in the Mirror: Volume IV, Issue 1 - January 2006
How sound media strategy can lead to corporate success.

Hurricane Katrina: No Leaders, No Followers, Just Incompetence: Volume III, Issue 5 - October 2005
A power struggle set within a leadership vacuum.

John Wooden and the UCLA Bruins: Volume III, Issue 4 - August 2005
Every successful team absolutely requires someone to set the standard, and lead the way.

Dan Rather and Damage Control: Volume III, Issue 3 - May 2005
Recognizing others’ perceptions is the most important aspect of effective communication.

Carly Fiorina's HP: Flash, Style and Little Execution: Volume III, Issue 2 - March 2005
Flash and style is fine, as long as you have the substance taken care of first.

The United States Olympic Sailing Program: Volume III, Issue 1 - January 2005
Changing minds and shaping opinion.

Examining the Kerry Campaign: Volume II, Issue 5 - October 2004
Knowing your audience and speaking decisively.

Ronald Wilson Reagan, 1911-2004: Volume II, Issue 4 - July 2004
Communication skills, confidence and clarity.

Warren Buffett: Fresh Air from Omaha, Nebraska: Volume II, Issue 3 - May 2004
Honest and clear business communication.

The Rise and Fall of Howard Dean: Volume II, Issue 2 - March  2004
Dissecting a campaign’s demise.

Mr. Torre and The Evil Empire: Volume II, Issue 1 - January  2004
Management - a case study in contrasting leadership styles.

Ms. Brenner's History Class: Volume I, Issue 4 - Fall  2003
The importance of articulate expression.

Kmart Stores: Volume I, Issue 3 - Summer 2003
Without truth and execution behind the message, effort is wasted.

President Bush: Volume I, Issue 2 - Spring 2003
The importance and difficulty of articulate expression.

Candidate Gore: Volume I, Issue 1 - Winter 2003
Speaking plainly and honestly is an essential to successful leadership and management.