Steve Amoia
Articles by Steve Amoia
February 01, 2012
In her first book, respected financial journalist Jennifer Clark chronicles the history of a leading Italian industrial family, the Agnellis of Turin.
January 28, 2012
Kevin Sheridan provides a detailed perspective for employee engagement and retention in his recent book, "Building A Magnetic Culture."
January 19, 2012
Market Mind Games by Denise Shull provides an intriguing and alternative look into the psychology of investing, stock trading and risk.
January 05, 2012
"The Coming Jobs War" by the Chairman and CEO of Gallup, Jim Clifton, outlines tough prescriptions for the global jobs issue.
January 01, 2012
"Running the Gauntlet" by Jeffrey Hayzlett with Jim Eber provides excellent leadership and change-agent advice.
December 24, 2011
Thomas G. Smith chronicles the integration of the Washington Redskins in brilliant detail and historical context.
December 20, 2011
"Perfect Phrases for Icebreakers" by Meryl Runion with Diane Windingland is an excellent reference book for how to interact with a variety of people in business settings.
December 15, 2011
Keith Dunnavant chronicles the life of the legendary Green Bay quarterback, Bart Starr, in this compelling biography.
December 16, 2011
Melanie Petridis chronicles the extraordinary life of her husband, George Petridis, in this detailed memoir of the artist's life.
September 10, 2011
New York Times best-selling author, Dr. James Michelli, produces another detailed look into an American customer-service leader: Zappos.com, Inc.
May 19, 2011
Noted travel writer and novelist, Paul Theroux, takes the reader on an epic journey in his latest masterpiece.
May 21, 2011
Kostya Kennedy chronicles one of the greatest events in American sports: The 56-game hitting streak by Joe DiMaggio.
May 15, 2011
Organizational consultant, Dr. Joseph Michelli, offers his latest book about a sterling model in U.S. healthcare: The UCLA Health System.
January 29, 2011
Born into slavery on a Maryland plantation, Frederick Douglass learned to read and write on the docks of Baltimore. He escaped slavery and wrote a seminal work about his life. He was a prolific speaker, writer and civil rights advocate.
September 02, 2009
Many years ago, I was a patient at Huang's Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Clinic. Dr. Sen Huang is expertly qualified to discuss Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from a doctor's point of view; however, perhaps it would be helpful to learn how the treatments feel on the other end of the needles.
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August 31, 2009
An American Cultural Icon
If you ever played baseball, the mystical name of DiMaggio was as familiar as the crack of the bat, or the thud of the ball hitting the back of the catcher's mitt. Just like cold beer, hot dogs, and the seventh inning stretch, Joe DiMaggio was an integral part of Ame...
March 04, 2009
In his memoir, "The Measure of a Man: A Spiritual Autobiography," Mr. Poitier takes us on the journey of a remarkable life. He describes in great detail his life, on and off the silver screen, with compelling grace and fortitude. From Cat Island to the red carpets of Hollywood, Mr. Poitier paints an unlikely but utterly believable canvas of his spectacular life.
December 18, 2008
Sammy Baugh, a native of Temple, Texas, died on 17 December in Rotan, Texas. Mr. Baugh was 94 years of age. In his later years, Mr. Baugh suffered from Alzheimer's Disease.
Entire Career with the Washington Redskins
After attending Texas Christian University and a stint in minor league baseba...
October 10, 2008
When I was a child, my family used to take summer vacations at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. During the early mornings, I recall seeing the dolphins diving in and out of the ocean. They were close enough to observe; however, too far away for any contact. I always wondered what it would be like to swim w...
September 27, 2008
Niccolò Machiavelli was born on 03 May 1469 in the city-state of Florence, in what is now present day Italy. His father was named Bernardo, and was a lawyer by profession. His mother was named Bartolomea. If we examine the scope and detail of his future writings, he most likely studied Latin, milita...
September 25, 2008
Several years ago, I received an invitation to spend a month in the pristine wilderness of Wyoming and Montana. With eager anticipation, I embarked upon my journey to the small ranching community of Big Horn, Wyoming, which is located at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains. Although born and raised i...
September 20, 2008
Would it surprise you to learn that the original ideas for the life preserver or scuba fins at your pool, lake, or beach came from a man who lived over 500 years ago? When you step out of the water, if you should see a helicopter hovering overhead, did you know that such a flying machine was thought...
September 21, 2008
One of the greatest artists, architects, and sculptors to ever grace this world was Michelangelo Buonarroti. He was born on 6 March 1475 in the small village of Caprese, which was located in the province of Tuscany. His father was named Ludovico, and his mother, Francesca. Due to his mother´s ...
September 20, 2008
Please Note:
This interview appeared originally in Performancing, and is republished here with their kind consent.
It is a pleasure and honor to welcome Mr. Larry W. Phillips. In 1984, he was the editor for a book that has become an essential tool for the contemporary writer: "Ernest Hemingway...