Prepared Summary of Key Points

‘Prepared’ by Diane Tavenner discusses how conventional education fails to prepare students for life. Tavenner advocates for a different approach, one that develops soft skills and encourages students to take agency over their learning. She shares her experiences and insights from founding and leading Summit Public Schools, a successful network of innovative charter schools.

Lead with a Story Summary of Key Points

Lead with a Story’ is a guide by Paul Smith that delves into the art of storytelling within a business context. Smith illustrates how narratives can be a powerful tool to captivate an audience, convince stakeholders, and inspire teams. Through a collection of stories from more than 50 organizations in over 30 industries, the book offers practical advice on how to craft compelling stories to effectively lead others. It covers various scenarios where storytelling can be applied, such as setting a vision, leading change, and reinforcing company values.