Peter Amato Co-Authors Book
Anyone who remembers a moment when his or her life suddenly required an unprecedented leap of faith will appreciate the power of the stories in Leadership Moments:
Turning Points That Changed Lives and Organizations.

Each of the ten contributing authors took that leap, despite personal risks and odds that defied success. Every situation in this book represents a unique turning point, best described as a "Leadership Moment."

For example, CEO Ron Lesniak was challenged to resurrect his company in the turbulent aftermath of 9/11, while Jon Corey's lessons in corporate survival were gained on a Vietnam battlefield. Peter Amato recognized the need to reawaken the dignity of his own spirit during a personal time of trial; Carolyn Salerno improved the academic performance-and future prospects-of students in a school in danger of losing its local control.

Leadership Moments offers courage to people facing uncertainty. As the contributors found from personal experience, leadership emerges when we trust ourselves, tap into inner wisdom, maintain our integrity, and always aim for the highest good.

Ultimately, whether we are veteran managers dealing with far-reaching business issues or individuals overcoming vexing personal crises-everyone can say "yes" to a Leadership Moment?
"Leadership is everyone's business. You'll never know when opportunity will knock, and you'll be asked to answer the call to take you places you've never been before. The key, as these stories relate, is exploring the inner territory and liberating the leader within."

-Barry Z. Posner, Ph.D.

Dean, Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University
Co-author, The Leadership Challenge and A Leader's Legacy