Everyone is capable of coming up with a good idea, but a good idea without execution is hallucination. Leaders, including politicians and corporate officers, are those who have mastered the pragmatic skills that turn creative, innovative ideas into concrete realities. They are able to transform...

THE AGENDA MOVER -- Contents -- PREFACE -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS -- 1. THE POLITICAL COMPETENCE OF EXECUTION -- Don't Rely on the Power of Your Idea... -- ...Or Charisma -- Lead with a Small "L" -- Build a Coalition -- 2. ANTICIPATE THE AGENDAS OF OTHERS: KNOW WHERE THEY'RE COMING FROM -- Anticipate...