A New York Times Bestseller
#1 New York Times bestselling author Admiral McRaven tells stories from his life and career that illustrate the principles of effective leadership during times of crisis.
Throughout his 40-year career, Admiral McRaven has experienced every manner of calamity imaginable. From managing failed hostage rescues to responding to student unrest, McRaven has learned how to successfully navigate crises—those moments that push the limits of your experience and challenge your confidence, when leadership skills alone may not be enough.
Conquering Crisis provides a new set of tools for facing these stressful moments with poise. It breaks crises down into five phases assess, report, contain, shape, and manage—and provides concrete steps to come out the other side stronger. With incredible personal stories, thought-provoking parables, and memorable lessons, Admiral McRaven sheds light on the ways we can rise to the occasion in times of crisis and act as leaders, no matter the situation.
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Continue your leadership journey with guidance and wisdom from Admiral William H. McRaven.
If you want to change the world, start by making your bed. A short, inspirational book about the qualities of true, everyday heroes. A clear-eyed look at what separates good leaders from the truly great. Remarkable, action-packed stories of bravery and heroism from an extraordinary career.
ASIN : B0DC699T1H
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : April 22, 2025
Language : English
File size : 3.9 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 226 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1538771754
Page Flip : Enabled
Best Sellers Rank: #69,285 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #19 in Military Leader Biographies #57 in Leadership & Motivation #113 in Motivational Self-Help (Books)
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