According to experts, if Barack Obama was a corporate CEO, he would be praised for his management style. His calm demeanor and consistent leadership have earned him the nickname "No Drama Obama" and serve as a valuable example for business leaders. Paul Reagan, a management consultant from Wayne State University, believes Obama's clear values and credibility make him an effective leader. Paul Copcutt, a personal brand strategist from Dundas, Ontario, pointed out that one unique aspect of Obama's leadership style is his keen awareness of his own strengths and weaknesses. This awareness is reflected in his choice of cabinet members, as he selects veterans to provide expertise in areas where he may be lacking. In contrast, Copcutt noted that in corporate culture, individuals are often encouraged to focus on improving their weaknesses. However, Copcutt believes that effective leaders should instead focus on their strengths and delegate tasks that they are not skilled at. Obama's selection of cabinet members, including former rival Hillary Clinton and holdover from the Bush administration Robert Gates, demonstrates his effort to build a diverse coalition of differing views. Chief executives often create a close-knit team of advisors who may not provide a diverse range of perspectives necessary for effective leadership, according to a business historian from Harvard Business School. While President Obama has shown some skill in selecting cabinet members and pushing for an economic stimulus plan, it is still too early to determine his overall success. The real challenges will arise once he assumes the presidency on January 20th. Reagan warned that a management style like Obama's, which attracts a wide range of supporters, carries the risk of disappointing many people. He suggested that Obama may have promised too much change, leading to confusion and an inability to fulfill expectations. Koehn suggested that CEOs could learn from Obama's handling of challenges during his presidential campaign, where he showed emotional intelligence. This skill could be beneficial for leaders facing challenges in today's uncertain financial environment. She stated that business leaders must be aware of the non-material aspects of their employees and organization, beyond just tangible resources, head count, market, and customers. CEO coach Deb Dib has identified several traits in Obama that she believes are essential for business executives to possess, such as being caring, confident, consistent, commanding, and calm. Dib emphasizes that these attributes are not limited to politics, but are qualities that effective CEOs tend to exhibit. She believes there is much to be learned from Obama's leadership style.