Leadership lessons from the Cherokee chief who transformed his nation Chad "Corntassel" Smith was instrumental in turning his 300,000-strong nation from an organization in turmoil and disarray into a functional, progressive business/government entity. In Leadership Lessons of the Cherokee Nation, Smith introduces the Point A to Point B leadership model he used. It is based on a traditional Cherokee prayer that encourages learning from different perspectives as the sun moves across the sky from sunrise to sunset. This model illustrates that at Point A, people must have the humility to understand their place in space and time, as well as their strengths and weaknesses; Point B requires vision and an understanding of opportunities. Leadership Lessons of the Cherokee Nationhelps you negotiate the curves, detours, and potholes between the two points. Chad "Corntassel" Smithis the former Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation (1999-2011) and now speaks and consults to organizations across the country.