“ Unfortunately many leaders see the goals clearly but are visually impaired when it comes to people. If you’re ready to leave behind antiquated models of leadership where results rule over relationship, and join those who are convinced the future is waiting within the untapped potential of the people you lead, then it’s time to up your relational intelligence. You’re going to need it. ”

“ If you’ve ever wondered why smart leaders do dumb things, this is the book for you. Steve unpacks the dynamics that make leaders most effective–as well as most joyful. You probably don’t need this information yourself, but read it anyway. You’ll think of lots of people who do need it. ”

“ I want to deeply read whatever Steve Saccone writes about leadership. He is not merely a theorist, but a practioner that I greatly admire as I have seen in action what he writes about. Relational Intelligence is thought provoking and most of all practical. Leadership of any form is about people and communication and Steve ingeniously addresses both. ”

“ Wow! You cannot read Relational Intelligence and not be challenged, empowered, and equipped. This book has it all, and every leader must read it! ”

“ If anyone is qualified to write on Relational Intelligence it’s Steve Saccone. You’ll have a new friend by the time you’re done reading this book. ”

“ In the realm of leadership, it’s easy to overlook and underestimate the power of relationships. Steve Saccone refuses to let us do that…pointing to issues in our inner and outer worlds that significantly shape our influence as leaders. For those of us who value leading through relationship, this book is a wise investment. ”

“ Curiosity got me started in this book; great insight kept me reading; transformation has me planning on reading it again! Steve Saccone takes the mystery out of “how to” when it comes to influencing others. This book will carve years off the learning curve for emerging leaders. Brilliant stuff! ”