Lessons from the Navy: How to Earn Trust, Lead Teams, and Achieve Organizational Excellence

by Mark Brouker

Drawing from his experience as an award-winning global leadership speaker, US Navy Captain, Commanding Officer, university professor, and executive coach, Mark Brouker reveals the leadership tactics that have transformed company cultures and generated success—from the boardroom to the battlefield—by focusing on the single pillar of leadership that is most often trust. Through step-by-step guidance, easy-to-use leadership techniques, and the lessons of his military experience, he empowers readers to actively build trust with their subordinates—enabling them to boost morale, enhance productivity, and strive for success. Lessons from the How to Earn Trust, Lead Teams, and Achieve Organizational Excellence is for leaders who want to do better, who want their staff and colleagues to do better, and who want to win the trust and dedication of the people at all levels of their organization. Whether new to the leadership arena or a seasoned leader with years of experience in the arena, whether leading a corporate team, a military team or a sports team, all readers of this work will benefit from the leadership strategies it espouses. Here you will learn how to make these strategies your own..

221 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 23, 2020

Reviews

[Chad Rexin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good leadership tips

This is better than other leadership books I have read. He has clear examples of how to lead and skills that are needed. I enjoyed reading what he saw in his naval career, both for what worked well and the ones that were more of an example of how not to lead. Key take away that I got are that you have to schedule time, hold people accountable, recognize both good and bad behaviors, and work hard to truly listen to those you are leading.

[LeAnna Christopher · Rating 4 out of 5]

This leadership book, written by the new interim leader at my school that I will be working under, has instilled hope and confidence in the future of my workspace. I eagerly look forward to watching these practices benefit my school and the students I teach.

[colin e bird · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book, so much of what Mark says just makes sense.... Its well structured, and the Leadership Tips are spread throughout. Also a really useful appendices for other recommended books on Leadership Techniques is included by Mark.

[Tori · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book outlines 3 principles that are essential to effective leadership and demonstrates their efficacy with both research and personal stories. According to Captain Brouser, a leader must embody technical competence in their field, must display consistency, and must demonstrate care for their employees. Upon reflection, I concurred that the most successful bosses in my own life portrayed these qualities. This was a very enjoyable read and not too mentally taxing. He gives actionable steps by which a leader can acquire the aforementioned qualities and I look forward to implementing them in my own life.