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Lines in a Parking Lot: Leadership Lessons Fueled by Positivity, Humility, and Turning the Right Way
Jason is a 24-year military veteran and a dedicated voice in leadership and personal growth. Having spent over two decades in service, he learned that the most powerful management principles are often the showing up with positivity, humility, and the commitment to do the right thing.
Unlike rigid how-to guides, Jason shares his personal story—his "heart on paper" journey from a parking lot epiphany to cultivating effective leadership skills. His insights are invaluable for any manager or new leader looking to connect with their team on a deeper level.
Now, as a mentor and coach, Jason’s mission is to inspire readers to recognize their inherent leadership potential, ensuring they close the book knowing they already have what it takes.
Unlike rigid how-to guides, Jason shares his personal story—his "heart on paper" journey from a parking lot epiphany to cultivating effective leadership skills. His insights are invaluable for any manager or new leader looking to connect with their team on a deeper level.
Now, as a mentor and coach, Jason’s mission is to inspire readers to recognize their inherent leadership potential, ensuring they close the book knowing they already have what it takes.
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 5, 2026
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This book is down to Earth, realistic, hard-hitting, and thought provoking. It is the most accessible leadership book I have read in my 20+ years studying leadership. From the entry-level worker, senior military leaders, C-suite executives, and even my kids, this book can be understood and will resonate.
Most leadership books consist of personal stories you can't relate to, case studies from eras or fields many don't touch, checklist upon checklist, and $500 words that drive reading the book with a dictionary at your side. Lines in a Parking Lot isn't anything like those books.
The case studies, although from Jason's military career, are understandable to any reader. There are no checklists and only one list of consequence at the end of the book: a list of ten questions a leader should ask themself. Jason writes the book in plain language that anyone can understand and this point alone makes the book refreshing and easy to read.
Jason opens himself and his career up to scrutiny in this book, but in a relatable way that caused me to look through my career and think about what I did and didn't do right in leadership roles.
The book is written as a story, not a series of data-backed theories to "help you become a better leader in 90 days." The book makes you STOP and think. Naturally causes you to dwell on yourself, and challenges you to want to be better without Jason ever writing specific challenges down for you.
Any leadership program or organization, military affiliated or not, needs to get copies of this book and make it a fundamental part of its curriculum.
Most leadership books consist of personal stories you can't relate to, case studies from eras or fields many don't touch, checklist upon checklist, and $500 words that drive reading the book with a dictionary at your side. Lines in a Parking Lot isn't anything like those books.
The case studies, although from Jason's military career, are understandable to any reader. There are no checklists and only one list of consequence at the end of the book: a list of ten questions a leader should ask themself. Jason writes the book in plain language that anyone can understand and this point alone makes the book refreshing and easy to read.
Jason opens himself and his career up to scrutiny in this book, but in a relatable way that caused me to look through my career and think about what I did and didn't do right in leadership roles.
The book is written as a story, not a series of data-backed theories to "help you become a better leader in 90 days." The book makes you STOP and think. Naturally causes you to dwell on yourself, and challenges you to want to be better without Jason ever writing specific challenges down for you.
Any leadership program or organization, military affiliated or not, needs to get copies of this book and make it a fundamental part of its curriculum.
February 7, 2026
Some leadership books teach you what to do. This one asks you who you want to be.
Lines in a Parking Lot by Jason Kulcher is a thoughtful, grounded read that focuses on the quiet moments where leadership actually happens. Instead of big theories or bold claims, it leans into trust, service, and being fully present with people.
What stood out to me most was the emphasis on support and growth happening in small, intentional ways. Leadership here isn’t about always being out front—it’s about creating space for others to grow while still walking alongside them. One line that stayed with me was “When people feel supported, they don’t just show up—they lean in.” That idea shows up again and again in different forms throughout the book.
I also appreciated the reflective questions and the honest discussion around transition, self-doubt, and growth beyond comfort. The message that “leadership is less about climbing and more about lifting” feels sincere and earned.
This felt more like a conversation than a leadership manual.
Lines in a Parking Lot by Jason Kulcher is a thoughtful, grounded read that focuses on the quiet moments where leadership actually happens. Instead of big theories or bold claims, it leans into trust, service, and being fully present with people.
What stood out to me most was the emphasis on support and growth happening in small, intentional ways. Leadership here isn’t about always being out front—it’s about creating space for others to grow while still walking alongside them. One line that stayed with me was “When people feel supported, they don’t just show up—they lean in.” That idea shows up again and again in different forms throughout the book.
I also appreciated the reflective questions and the honest discussion around transition, self-doubt, and growth beyond comfort. The message that “leadership is less about climbing and more about lifting” feels sincere and earned.
This felt more like a conversation than a leadership manual.
February 7, 2026
I loved this book! Jason’s approach to leadership changed my life, how I lead my teams, care for people, and tackle challenges. His simple approach to leadership is accessible to leaders at any level, military or not. This is a short read but it’s chock full of lessons and skills to make everyone better. Read this book!!
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