US Airways pilot, Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger, known as "the pilot's pilot" has been called a super hero for saving the lives of more than 150 people who were on board the plane he piloted January 15. As the entire world knows by now, his monumental skills and leadership capabilities were instrumental in his successful "crash landing" on the icy Hudson River. Landing on water is like landing on cement, and pilots throughout the world are in awe.
As the story unfolded, I couldn't help but think of another "pilot" to whom the world be looking for momumental skills and leadership capabilities to steer the United States into safe waters. Captain Sully proved that one skilled expert can be a source of inspiration and save the day.
Tomorrow, Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44th President of the United States. I am counting on his innate and masterful leadership skills to guide and steer the country to safety.
As an image consultant, I can't help but add that I am also counting on him and the First Lady to set the pace for image, per se. Both the Obamas have proven that you don't have to spend a fortune to look plished and professional.