This 574 page book details how the author effectively adapted and applied Marine Corps leadership concepts while serving as a business leader-and how he leverages the Trust-Based Leadership¿ model to help others become World-Class Leaders.
Section I - Marine Corps Leadership
This section covers time-tested Marine Corps Leadership philosophies and concepts that have proven to be effective in the business world. Topics covered include:The Marine Mindset
Teacher-Scholar 360° Concept
The 5 Laws of Leadership
The 5 Pillars of Leadership
The 3 Main Responsibilities of Leaders
Leadership's 3 "Secret Weapons"

Section II - Trust-Based Leadership¿
Retiring from the Marine Corps in 1998, Mike quickly became a C-level executive in a publicly traded company. He's captured his knowledge and lessons learned in the Trust-Based Leadership¿ model and uses it to teach business leaders how to maximize their potential and gain a competitive edge. Topics covered include:10 Enabling Concepts of Trust-Based Leadership¿
Mission Tactics & Commander's Intent
The 2 Types of Friction
Standard Operating Procedures
Common Operating Language

Section III - The Trust-Based Leader
Successfully implementing The Trust-Based Leadership¿ model requires a specific type of leader willing to adopt and develop the key leadership qualities, traits, and techniques discussed in great detail in this section. Topics covered include:10 Key Attributes of the Trust-Based Leader
Authority vs Responsibility
Decisiveness in Chaotic Environments
Trust, Delegation and Supervision
Esprit de Corps: Developing Team Players
The "Leaders Eat Last" Philosophy
The 3 Leadership Styles

Section IV - Lessons Learned
An enlightening series of anecdotes that convey leadership lessons Mike has learned on the battlefield and in the boardroom. Topics covered include:The Leadership Epiphany (Why You Must Have It NOW!)
Top 10 Reasons Leaders Succeed
Top 10 Reasons Leaders Fail
Leadership vs. Management
The 3 Big Questions (The Best Leaders Ask Them!)
The 4 Words of Confidence and 6 Words of Destruction

Section V - Leadership Articles
These articles provide real-world examples of how Marine Corps leadership concepts have been applied in Corporate America. Based upon Mike's personal experiences, they help others learn how they can effectively utilize the Trust-Based Leadership¿ model in their unique environments. Topics covered include:Ettore's Rules: 24 Rules for Leadership Success
Coping with Adversity, Setbacks, and Disappointments
The 5 Leadership "Blind Spots" (And How to Avoid Them!)
Having "Tough Conversations" and Conflict Resolution
Developing and Mentoring Other Leaders

Mike is highly regarded for his unique ability to help leaders rapidly elevate their skills as they create and sustain high-performance teams. He wrote this book to help leaders at all levels maximize their potential and become World Class Leaders.
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