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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.