Honk follows the adventures of three geese embarking on an extraordinary journey from Quebec, Canada, to Tampa, Florida. The story centers on a courageous protagonist, Jet, as she, and her team of three, navigate a set of difficult challenges - ranging from loss and isolation to illness, hunters, and wild storms.
Shared as an allegory and rich with metaphor, Honk is a warm and engaging adventure that draws on biomimicry (nature) to reveal a transformative and modern approach to teamwork and leadership. At its heart is a fresh framework - Love, Hope, and Joy — inviting readers to embrace personal growth by letting go of the past. This powerful model inspires a form of mindful leadership anchored in collaboration, resilience, trust, and the innate potential within each of us to lead with purpose and authenticity.
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Each day, Jet journals her experiences to share deep reflections on life-changing events and unexpected lessons...revealing a powerful awakening on her journey to becoming a true leader during uncertain times.
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Enjoy the journey!
About the Author
Jim DeCarlo is an acclaimed thought leader, dynamic speaker, and globally awarded executive with a distinguished career in financial services. A dual citizen of the United States and Australia, Jim brings a unique, global perspective to leadership and personal growth.
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Off the corporate stage, Jim is a devoted husband and father of four, as well as a celebrated athlete - having played lacrosse at Towson University, professionally with the Washington Waves, and on Australian State Teams. His legacy is further enriched by his father, Art DeCarlo, a two-time NFL World Champion with the Baltimore Colts.
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Drawing from decades of invaluable lessons - gleaned from family, mentors, coaches, sporting teams, and his rise to CEO - Jim distills into Honk a transformative leadership model for our next-generation leaders.
Press & Interviews
Stellan Capital’s new CEO Jim DeCarlo details how the firm is looking to organically double its assets within 18 months and its goals for the long-term future.