Taking Command! The Fundamentals of Successful Team Leadership - 4th Edition

by Nicholas Downing

The Former #1 Amazon Kindle Bestseller among Business Management & Leadership Training eBooks... revised, updated, and better than ever!

“Taking Command is one of the most poignant books on leadership I have read in a long time. The book is a must read for anyone wanting to understand the process of developing and becoming a leader." - Dr. Marilynn Force

“An excellent resource and addition to your leadership library." - Jerry Behne, Executive Coach for Toyota North America

"An outstanding foundation for a leader's journey." - Command Chief Master Sergeant (retired) Joseph Thornell Sr.

“Excellent condensation of an entire military career's education and experience in the art of leadership. Useful at any level of experience.” - Lieutenant Colonel (retired) Daniel Wuchenich

Learn from the Triumphs and Failures of History's Most Influential Leaders!

Throughout history, military leaders have established reputations as some of the BEST and WORST leaders of all time. Now, in this compelling collection of case studies, crisis-proven principles, and critical lessons learned, emerging leaders can master the important fundamentals required to inspire, motivate, and lead their teams to victory while avoiding epic failures!

Whether you're a young manager fresh out of college, a seasoned professional recently elevated to a leadership role, or an experienced executive looking to sharpen your team-building skills, this book is precisely what you need to elevate your team or organization to the next level!

Topics discussed in this book include:

> The Different Styles and Levels of Situational Leadership
> The Top 10 Critical Elements of Commanding Leadership
> Ethical Decision-Making & Character-Driven Leadership
> Mentoring, Coaching, & Establishing Professional Relationships
> 8 Steps to Effective Team-Building

What are you waiting for? Take Command Today! Learn to Lead... Aim to Succeed!

194 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 10, 2013

About the author

Nicholas Jonathon Downing is a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy (Bachelor of Science, Military History), Regis University (Master of Business Administration), and Cornell University (Certificate in Executive Leadership). A combat veteran, Nick served with the 13th ASOS (USAF Special Warfare), commanded the 101st Airborne Division’s Joint MRT in Afghanistan, and deployed with CENTCOM to the Persian Gulf before completing his military service as a reservist assigned to NORAD/NORTHCOM. He is now employed by Lockheed Martin as chief internal auditor for space operations. Happily married and a proud father of four beautiful children, Nick calls Colorado home and enjoys hiking, snowshoeing, and biblical studies. A lifelong martial artist with black belts in Taekwondo and Karate, Nick currently trains in Muay Thai kickboxing and Israeli Krav Maga, though his days as an active competitor are long behind him.