The Intelligent Leader

Acknowledgments

This book, like my other books, required the commitment, sacrifice, and hard work of many.

I want to thank my incredible wife of forty-one years, Gayle, who has stood by me every step of the way. Gayle is the most courageous individual I have ever known. She is a two-time breast cancer survivor who never gave up on life, who persevered and continues to persevere to help others through her work as a senior registered nurse at the University of Central Florida. Gayle is a remarkable role model for our entire family and the world. Gayle, I love you.

Our four children and their loved ones—Jared, Nicholas, Kristina and Darrin, and Matthew and Cassee—and our four grandchildren—Luke Dominic Mattone, Dylan John DiBisceglie, Easton Matthew Mattone, and Ava Lorraine DiBisceglie. Your love is my strength. I love you. I want to thank my late parents, Dominic and Jane Mattone, and my late father- and mother-in-law, Bill and Jean O’Halloran. We are comforted and strengthened knowing that you look down upon us each and every day. We go forward every day with pride, honor, and confidence beneath our wings.

I want to thank all my clients who have attended my speeches, executive retreats, workshops, and programs, and those whom I have had the privilege to coach and consult with throughout the years. I have learned so much from you, and I thank you for your contributions to this book. I especially want to thank my close advisor and friend, Joel Pitney, who worked tirelessly with ...