{"product_id":"synergy-and-sparks-isbn-9781394338122","title":"Synergy and Sparks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBecome a Standout Leader with Intentional Strategies Tailored to Your Role and Industry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks: Unlock Excellence through Communication, Collaboration, and Influence \u003c\/i\u003eis more than just a business book—it's a definitive, practical guide for thriving as a leader in an ever-evolving world. Written by the Emmy Award–winning co-founder of Pinnacle Performance Company—one of the world’s leading communication skills training firms—this book unveils the proven, award-winning methodology behind Pinnacle's global success.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlending the art and science of communication, \u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e equips leaders with the tools and insights that Fortune 500 companies have relied on for decades. It offers a hands-on roadmap filled with current research, real-world examples, engaging stories, and actionable exercises—empowering readers to lead with clarity, influence, and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach chapter is designed to spark growth, foster collaboration, and help you apply these transformative strategies directly to your own leadership journey. Throughout the book, readers will learn:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe six most important aspects of modern leadership: communication, presence, influence, storytelling, connection, and collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe skills needed to communicate a clear vision, drive productivity, and retain top talent\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTime-tested performance techniques that professional actors have utilized for centuries to project confidence, influence emotion, and motivate action in their audiences\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks \u003c\/i\u003eis the perfect resource to help frustrated leaders achieve their full potential and motivate their teams to action.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Communication 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 The Stagecraft of Leadership 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Solving the Attention Dilemma 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Thriving During Uncertainty 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II Presence 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Boosting Confidence and Maintaining Credibility 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Elevating Your Leadership Impact 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Why Authenticity Matters 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III Influence 95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Unlocking the Science of Engagement 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Creating Outcomes by Design 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 How Leaders Drive Passion and Purpose 125\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePart IV Storytelling 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 The Undeniable Power of Narrative 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Managing Change Through Storytelling 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Choosing a Business Story to Tell 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V Collaboration 185\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Establishing Trust and Mutual Respect 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Enhancing Performance Through Feedback 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Mastering Challenging Conversations 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI Connection 229\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 The Case for Empathy in Leadership 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Cultivating Authentic Dialogue 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18 Building Unbreakable Teams 259\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Afterword 273\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Notes 277\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgments 309\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e About The Author 313\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Index 315\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eG. RILEY MILLS\u003c\/b\u003e is the cofounder of Pinnacle Performance Company and the coauthor of \u003ci\u003eThe Pin Drop Principle and The Bullseye Principle.\u003c\/i\u003e He’s been a coach to some of the world’s top executives and leaders in countries around the world. Mills is a frequent keynote speaker and guest lecturer, as well as a writer whose work has been featured in \u003ci\u003eForbes, Inc.,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFast Company.\u003c\/i\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks: Unlock Excellence through Communication, Collaboration, and Influence\u003c\/i\u003e is more than just a business book—it’s a definitive, practical guide for thriving as a leader in an ever-evolving world. Written by the Emmy Award–winning cofounder of Pinnacle Performance Company—one of the world’s leading communication skills training firms—this book reveals the proven, award-winning methodology behind Pinnacle’s global success. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlending the art and science of effective communication, \u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e equips leaders with tools and insights that have powered successful Fortune 500 companies for decades. It provides a hands-on roadmap filled with current research, real-world examples, engaging stories, and actionable exercises—empowering readers to lead with clarity, influence, and intention. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e explores the six essential pillars of modern leadership: \u003ci\u003ecommunication, presence, influence, storytelling, collaboration,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003econnection\u003c\/i\u003e. You’ll learn how to articulate a powerful vision, foster a motivating work culture, and retain top talent—while mastering performance techniques borrowed from professional actors to project confidence, influence emotion, and motivate action. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, \u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e delivers a fresh, insightful take on leadership. Each chapter is designed to spark personal growth, elevate team performance, and equip you with the mindset and tools to lead with authenticity and impact.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR SYNERGY AND SPARKS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e is a masterclass in unlocking the power of communication, collaboration, and creativity. Mills delivers actionable insights and inspiring stories that will ignite excellence and transform the way you work.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—GUY KAWASAKI,\u003c\/b\u003e Host, \u003ci\u003eRemarkable People podcast\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“In public life today, communication skills are the coin of the realm. Mills is a master at training neophytes in these critical skills.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—MARK GITENSTEIN,\u003c\/b\u003e U.S. Ambassador to Romania (2009-12), U.S. Ambassador to the European Union (2022-25)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e offers so many practical and easy-to-implement ideas and tools. It will absolutely accelerate your ability to influence and drive impact in your organization.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—JENNIE WEBER,\u003c\/b\u003e Chief Marketing Officer, Best Buy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Some believe communicating successfully is an art, others a science; Mills knows it is both. As leaders face the daunting challenge of motivating and persuading in a post-COVID world, Mills synthesizes science and stagecraft to show the way forward.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—MICHAEL SHEEHAN,\u003c\/b\u003e presidential speech advisor and strategist, and Principal at Sheehan Associates, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e powerfully underscores the importance of effective communication in decision-making, execution of plans, and mission accomplishment. I commend this work for its clarity, relevance, and unwavering focus on one of the most critical attributes of leadership—the ability to communicate with purpose, precision, and intent.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—GENERAL MANOJ PANDE,\u003c\/b\u003e Former Chief of Army Staff, India\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e is a masterclass in unlocking the power of communication, collaboration, and creativity. Mills delivers actionable insights and inspiring stories that will ignite excellence and transform the way you work.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eGuy Kawasaki\u003c\/b\u003e, Host, Remarkable People podcast\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“In public life today, communication skills are the coin of the realm. Mills is a master at training neophytes in these critical skills.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eMark Gitenstein\u003c\/b\u003e, U.S. Ambassador to Romania (2009-12), U.S. Ambassador to the European Union (2022-25)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eSynergy and Sparks\u003c\/i\u003e offers so many practical and easy-to-implement ideas and tools. It will absolutely accelerate your ability to influence and drive impact in your organization.”\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJennie Weber\u003c\/b\u003e, Chief Marketing Officer, Best Buy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Some believe communicating successfully is an art, others a science; Mills knows it is both. 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