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Front Sight Focus:: Ten Phrases US NAVY SEALS use to ensure mission success
Front Sight Focus is a concept and mindset that is used by U.S. Navy SEALs to plan and achieve success on and off of the battlefield as it reveals ten phrases that lead to efficiency at all levels of learning, training and productivity! By using an easy to implement, common sense approach, the author presents the tools for establishing a FRONT SIGHT FOCUS mindset that shows you a plan of progression that will lead you to establish a system for attaining YOUR ultimate success in YOUR life's true passions. The 10 phrases are broken down so that anyone, from teenagers to grandparents, can understand and implement this template for success that can lead to greatness in all endeavors such as sports, education, family and business! The author combines his military experiences from Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL training (BUD/S) and his time on the ground as a warrior in the combat environment in order to bring to light how the Battlefield and Life can present you with similar scenarios and how to effectively conquer your task! Each chapter focuses on one of the Ten Phrases that are commonly used within the Seal Teams, collectively building upon each as your progress through the book such as -Crawl, Walk, Run, - and -Plan your Dive and Dive your Plan.- FRONT SIGHT FOCUS will help you begin to navigate along your life's path, with tips and techniques for dealing with anxiety and stress, organization, early identification of obstacles and thus mitigating them. This is done by establishing your own personal P.A.C.E. plan. The concepts in this book have been broken down and illustrated by the author, so that no matter your age, gender or starting point they may be applied to YOUR everyday life of Relationships, Family, Education and of course your personal or professional endeavors. FRONT SIGHT FOCUS will motivate and propel you forward in identifying your goals, organizing your plan of attack to achieve those goals, while building your self confidence. Thus you will be empowered with a development of mental toughness that will allow and lead to your own personal mission successes! Front Sight Focus!
- GenresMilitary Fiction
144 pages, Paperback
Published December 6, 2016
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About the author
David Havens
4 books1 followerDavid Havens is a retired Navy SEAL and author of the Mind Body Intake Series: Front Sight Focus, Amphit For Life and The Simple Plan.
David served aboard the USS Richmond K. Turner (CG-20) a Guided Missile Cruiser stationed in Charleston, SC, and deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm.
He graduated Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL training (BUD/S) in Class 190 and completed multiple deployments to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi freedom (OIF).
Fitness, comedy and motivational speaking are among his passions. David lives in Ohio with his family.
David served aboard the USS Richmond K. Turner (CG-20) a Guided Missile Cruiser stationed in Charleston, SC, and deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm.
He graduated Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL training (BUD/S) in Class 190 and completed multiple deployments to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi freedom (OIF).
Fitness, comedy and motivational speaking are among his passions. David lives in Ohio with his family.
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September 27, 2018
Though it says Navy Seals the phrases are familiar to most military members. What does it take to identify, plan, and execute a strike or extraction or movement of troops ? The same steps that help businesses execute a proper plan, expansion, or increase sales. Break it down, baby steps, plan for the unexpected ,don't lose sight of the importance of your goals.
A fairly quick read it is to the point with very little fluff, is it easy? No if it was it wouldn't be necessary to spell it out. No matter your goals, financial, physical, or your dreams, this will give you the basic steps to complete your goals.
A fairly quick read it is to the point with very little fluff, is it easy? No if it was it wouldn't be necessary to spell it out. No matter your goals, financial, physical, or your dreams, this will give you the basic steps to complete your goals.
December 7, 2024
Guidelines to a pathway to success in life.
A compendium of simple processes and attitudes that can, if you are faithful in using them, help you succeed in many life-improving endeavors. You will learn simple to understand principles that can help conquer many of life’s challenges. You will learn how to constantly and consistently move forward in your journey to success and satisfaction. This a simple to understand path to follow to help you deal with the difficulties that impede your move from average to superior. Don’t misunderstand - achieving a major goal in life will still be very hard. These ideas just make understanding the path simple.
A compendium of simple processes and attitudes that can, if you are faithful in using them, help you succeed in many life-improving endeavors. You will learn simple to understand principles that can help conquer many of life’s challenges. You will learn how to constantly and consistently move forward in your journey to success and satisfaction. This a simple to understand path to follow to help you deal with the difficulties that impede your move from average to superior. Don’t misunderstand - achieving a major goal in life will still be very hard. These ideas just make understanding the path simple.
January 30, 2019
Short and interesting
I was definitely pre-occupied when I read this with other things, but it was an easy read and as simple as it was, made sense. I’m very interested in the mind set of people who can make it through the things they make it through and this gave an inside look. There was only one part that I did not like and it was less than a page long and most people I think would agree with the author on it.
I was definitely pre-occupied when I read this with other things, but it was an easy read and as simple as it was, made sense. I’m very interested in the mind set of people who can make it through the things they make it through and this gave an inside look. There was only one part that I did not like and it was less than a page long and most people I think would agree with the author on it.
July 17, 2020
A very different SEAL book
I have read quite many books about SEAL’s Philosophy, thinking and way of acting...... the never quit mentality it’s something we should aim for and aspire in order to successfully strive in life no matter what you do for a living (I’m an urologist by the way).
This book is shot, sweet and way better than anything I have red before in the matter, resuming in 10 chapters the mentality and how to put it in practice on your life
I have read quite many books about SEAL’s Philosophy, thinking and way of acting...... the never quit mentality it’s something we should aim for and aspire in order to successfully strive in life no matter what you do for a living (I’m an urologist by the way).
This book is shot, sweet and way better than anything I have red before in the matter, resuming in 10 chapters the mentality and how to put it in practice on your life
February 25, 2024
Enjoyable read, a lot of the issue was a lack of definition on what the phrases meant and they didn’t seem to translate to goals outside of seal training as well as described at the beginning of the book.. Author seems like a good guy, and I think the ability to describe his seal experience was insightful for outsiders like me.
November 29, 2017
Inspirational & Motivated
The author is clearly passionate about helping people focus and achieve a life they dream about. Make dreams a reality with this motivational read. FSF! I would love to hear more.
The author is clearly passionate about helping people focus and achieve a life they dream about. Make dreams a reality with this motivational read. FSF! I would love to hear more.
December 23, 2018
Decent, but extremely basic. If you’ve ever read a motivational or leadership book, or attended a lecture, there is nothing new here.
The author clearly draws on experience to show that these time honored tactics work, but don’t expect anything new.
The author clearly draws on experience to show that these time honored tactics work, but don’t expect anything new.
January 15, 2020
Great short read.
Nice short read that covered the basics that are needed to complete any mission in life. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an edge in life (only if you're serious about succeeding).
Nice short read that covered the basics that are needed to complete any mission in life. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an edge in life (only if you're serious about succeeding).
May 18, 2021
Excellent Book
As a trainer for the last 20 years and a lead firearms instructor at a large agency for the last six, this book is a quick, easy read and sums up the attitude we should all have in every aspect of life..
As a trainer for the last 20 years and a lead firearms instructor at a large agency for the last six, this book is a quick, easy read and sums up the attitude we should all have in every aspect of life..
November 27, 2021
Powerful Book
I have to reread the book to get the full message, but there are very powerful observations on how to be a irresistible force. I was in an Air Force mobility unit that practiced these type of lessons, and we did miracles.
I have to reread the book to get the full message, but there are very powerful observations on how to be a irresistible force. I was in an Air Force mobility unit that practiced these type of lessons, and we did miracles.
April 29, 2022
Superb read! Highly motivational.
The concepts and their presentation are highly intoxicating. It's a "get up and go, fight, win " instruction manual, rooted in real life experience. I've begun the Front Sight Focus mantra on the daily and it works!
The concepts and their presentation are highly intoxicating. It's a "get up and go, fight, win " instruction manual, rooted in real life experience. I've begun the Front Sight Focus mantra on the daily and it works!
November 17, 2022
Excellent book to motivate and guide you
The book provides 10 short chapters that explain you the warrior approach to life and problem solving can be woven into your day to day activity. Very quick read, definitely one to keep handy to reference and share with others!
The book provides 10 short chapters that explain you the warrior approach to life and problem solving can be woven into your day to day activity. Very quick read, definitely one to keep handy to reference and share with others!
December 27, 2022
Clear, concise, spot on
Material is presented clearly and concisely. Well organized. Short clarifying examples sprinkled throughout. The principles presented seem useful to, and achievable by anyone sincerely looking to succeed in their endeavors.
Material is presented clearly and concisely. Well organized. Short clarifying examples sprinkled throughout. The principles presented seem useful to, and achievable by anyone sincerely looking to succeed in their endeavors.
November 24, 2023
Simple rule for an extraordinary life
Nothing like the view of a US Navy SEAL to keep you focused. Strive for better everyday, focus on the key lessons in this book and you can live an extraordinary life!
Nothing like the view of a US Navy SEAL to keep you focused. Strive for better everyday, focus on the key lessons in this book and you can live an extraordinary life!
January 26, 2024
Insightful and concise
Havens explains complex, yet so simple, concepts in an understandable and inspiring manner, so that there are no excuses left for not making your life a notch less chaotic.
Havens explains complex, yet so simple, concepts in an understandable and inspiring manner, so that there are no excuses left for not making your life a notch less chaotic.
April 16, 2018
Great advice in this book.
January 18, 2019
Fast Read
The book is a good fast read with lots of useful information in getting ahead. I recommend it. Read it.
The book is a good fast read with lots of useful information in getting ahead. I recommend it. Read it.
March 3, 2019
Cliche sayings and retreads of BUD's challenges. Some really good SEAL books out there, but this isn't one of them.
October 14, 2020
Reassuring
Enjoyed the book. It helped me with getting out of my "mental slum."
He breaks down mountain to remindus its a mole hill with simple phrases.
Enjoyed the book. It helped me with getting out of my "mental slum."
He breaks down mountain to remindus its a mole hill with simple phrases.
April 8, 2021
Good read.
This book will make you think and give you some solid ideas. Well worth the time and can be applied to any situation.
This book will make you think and give you some solid ideas. Well worth the time and can be applied to any situation.
November 15, 2021
Outstanding book
I went into this book with high expectations to learn something and I was not disappointed! I recommend this book for anyone who wants to lead and win.
I went into this book with high expectations to learn something and I was not disappointed! I recommend this book for anyone who wants to lead and win.
January 29, 2023
Fun quick read, good for anyone working in the “get stuff done” business. Pithy and valuable reminder of focus on closing the deal, reaching the objective and being mission focused.
March 5, 2023
easy read.
Read it, take the parts you need, the author makes it easy for you. FSF is just keeping focused. Thank you!
Read it, take the parts you need, the author makes it easy for you. FSF is just keeping focused. Thank you!
February 15, 2024
Pretty good quick read! Picked up some new leadership thoughts while reading.
July 25, 2024
FSF! is a great read
This book is a great tool to help with mindset. The lessons are thoughtfully laid out and can apply to any situation in life.
This book is a great tool to help with mindset. The lessons are thoughtfully laid out and can apply to any situation in life.
October 28, 2021
Insightful!
This book is an excellent read, It felt like I was talking to an old friend who wants to see me get off my ass and go take life by the horns. If focus is what yo lack, read it and then go do it!
This book is an excellent read, It felt like I was talking to an old friend who wants to see me get off my ass and go take life by the horns. If focus is what yo lack, read it and then go do it!
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