Leading While Being Led: Lessons From a Senior Enlisted Advisor

by Sean Sweeney, Leo Jenkins (foreword)

Leading While Being Lessons From a Senior Enlisted Advisor, comprises tips and tricks I have learned through my military career that have made me successful at varying levels of leadership and within advisory positions. It consists of bite-size topics, each between 3-7 pages long, that explain issues common to leadership and business operations. Examples from my career are provided to provide context and a plan of action is given for each topic, advising the reader on applying these principles to their life. It intends to provide you with tools and a quick reference guide when you need help knowing what the correct answer is. Examples of some of the topics The best plan is not the perfect plan, Effectiveness vs. Efficiency, Making others recognize the value you’re providing them, Don’t grab the monkey, and numerous others. Let me save you time and give you the answers; however, YOU must apply them. LFG!

211 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 17, 2023

Reviews

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical, clear, and inspiring! I really like how this book promises bite-sized lessons drawn from real military experience. The topics sound memorable like “The best plan is not the perfect plan” and easy to apply in everyday leadership. Definitely feels like a go-to guide for quick, honest advice when you need it most.

[Barbara Sweeney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Proud and Amazed

Yes, I'm the Mom here. The pages moved seamlessly. So many nuances that are effective in everyday experiences. I couldn't put the book down....not because I'm the Mom, but because it is THAT GOOD. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

[Robert Eichelberger · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book really boiled down the leadership challenges I face as a Sergeant Major. This completely revamped my approach to leading up, down, and left to right.