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Leadership Strategist, Author of ‘Captain, Set Sail’, Founder of Nautical Leadership.

In a world drowning in complexity and disruption, David Chauhan is a voice of grounded clarity and profound humanity. He is not just another leadership expert; he is a Leadership Navigator.

For over 17 years, David has been in the arena, leading high-stakes, multi-million-dollar projects and business units across a diverse range of industries—from manufacturing and infrastructure to technology and design. It was on this front line, witnessing the growing gap between outdated leadership theories and the messy reality of the modern workplace, that he discovered a fundamental truth: the old maps of command-and-control are failing us. They are leaving teams adri Leadership Strategist, Author of ‘Captain, Set Sail’, Founder of Nautical Leadership.

In a world drowning in complexity and disruption, David Chauhan is a voice of grounded clarity and profound humanity. He is not just another leadership expert; he is a Leadership Navigator.

For over 17 years, David has been in the arena, leading high-stakes, multi-million-dollar projects and business units across a diverse range of industries—from manufacturing and infrastructure to technology and design. It was on this front line, witnessing the growing gap between outdated leadership theories and the messy reality of the modern workplace, that he discovered a fundamental truth: the old maps of command-and-control are failing us. They are leaving teams adrift in a sea of uncertainty and leaders burning out under the pressure to have all the answers.

This realisation sparked a journey away from the illusion of corporate certainty and into a deep exploration of what truly anchors us in a storm. The result is his groundbreaking work and much-anticipated book, Captain, Set Sail: A Nautical Guide to Leadership in an Uncharted World.

Dave introduces the Nautical Leadership Model, a powerful and timely framework that reframes leadership as an act of skilful navigation, not rigid control. He cuts through the jargon with a memorable, human-centric triad that anyone can grasp:

• The Beacon: Your unwavering values and purpose—the lighthouse that guides you through the darkest nights.
• The Wayfinder: Your agile strategy and adaptability—the compass that helps you read the currents and adjust your sails.
• The Seafarer: Your courageous, decisive action—the hand on the helm that steers your team forward with conviction.

Fusing the practical wisdom of a seasoned operator with the profound insights of a modern-day philosopher, Dave Chauhan is emerging as one of the most vital and relatable voices in leadership today. He doesn't just offer theories; he provides a compass for leaders who are ready to chart a more courageous, purposeful, and deeply human course.
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