Why are some people more effective leaders? What makes them more engaging, more influential, and more successful than their peers?

In Cape, Spandex, Briefcase leadership expert David Kahn tells the story of a motivated young man who yearns to be successful in his new leadership role. He holds the manager title, but is struggling to become an actual leader. After an especially horrific experience, he is sent to a leadership coach...but why is this "expert" working in a comic book shop?

With Superman, Spider-Man and their costumed companions serving as paradigms of what it means to be a leader, this book introduces the five superpowers of leaders and presents practical tools and skills to address your leadership responsibilities while increasing your ability to influence, motivate, and earn respect.

By practicing Cape, Spandex, Briefcase principles, you will enhance your ability to:

• Be a more effective leader by developing greater confidence in your capabilities
• Adapt your leadership style to different scenarios, while remaining true to your values and principles
• Align your team's objectives with your professional values and vision.
• Manage organizational politics and build relationships to achieve both professional and personal goals
• Become an empowering leader who fosters effective teamwork
• Spot and develop the next class of high-potential leaders within the organization
• Utilize influence techniques to enhance your ability to persuade others