"So There We Were...": Leadership Stories from the Men and Women Who Make the Navy Work

This book captures the inspirational, humorous and heart-warming stories of a particularly adept group of leaders-"Navy Chiefs" (Navy Chief Petty Officers). The leadership principles and practices explored here are universal. They should resonate with anyone who aspires to be a better leader, but they will be particularly relevant to those who find old explanations of leadership and organization lacking, and those who yearn for role models dedicated to a purpose greater than themselves. Navy Chiefs inspire, train and motivate young sailors to accomplish the often unglamorous work of the Navy. Work usually performed in challenging, hazardous conditions. Through the stories of Navy Chiefs, and the simple exercises presented at the end of each chapter, the reader will uncover their own stories and discover the powerful nexus between narrative and exceptional leadership.