The Stargazer

Unleashing the Brilliance of Building Brighter Teams

By: Katie P. Desiderio, Michael G. Frino

Narrated by: Gary Tiedemann

In The Stargazer, human capital experts and Wall Street Journal bestselling authors Drs. Katie P. Desiderio and Michael G. Frino deliver a thought-provoking leadership fable. The story explores the importance of growth partnership as a catalyst for building high-performing teams.

Listeners will discover the inspiring journey of Jack, a retired teacher and current vintner from Yountville, California, as he transforms his struggling vineyard and his own life through a series of profound experiences deeply rooted in the natural world. Throughout the book, listeners are invited to reflect on their leadership styles and team dynamics, with practical exercises and symbolic activities that inspire growth and brilliance.

Guided by the lessons from the stars and stones, Jack returns to his vineyard with a renewed vision. Join Jack on this unexpected journey illuminating the path to building brighter, more cohesive teams. You'll learn about the key features of the retreat, including Choose Your Be Mindsets, Open Eyes, Mind, Ears, and Heart, and Meaningful Work; how to create your personal star system―a supportive network of individuals who help each other grow and shine brighter together; and how to use the COMPASS framework to encourage team brilliance through principles of trust, growth, and interconnectedness.

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