This phrase has really stuck with me. I came across it in a book recently, First, Fast, Fearless: How to Lead like a Navy SEAL by Brian "Iron Ed" Hiner. It is the response Ken Blanchard, famous leader of leaders, used when describing to others why he always writes with coauthors. By expanding your views, knowledge and ideas through those of others, you will always be able to learn.
I have really found a passion for reading. As a kid, I literally only read when it was required of me. I always had preferred to do ANYTHING over reading. The crux that changed it for me was that I married a reader. My wife taught me that reading can be enjoyable. I don't like every author I read but I still get something from every book I read. Many of the titles I read come from recommendations, others
My latest conquests included:
- Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by General Stanley McChrystal - Great context for today's matrix organizations. Includes a number of stories on military strategy in the war on terror.
- First, Fast, Fearless: How to Lead like a Navy SEAL by Brian "Iron Ed" Hiner - Offers a number of tools and stories to truly lead. Walks you through the process of becoming a SEAL and what it takes to be a leader.
- Get in the Game: 8 Elements of Perseverance That Make the Difference by Cal Ripkin, Jr. and Donald Phillips - Childhood and MLB experiences that led to the longest number of games played by any single player. Though thrown many opportunities to derail the streak, Cal Ripkin, Jr. persevered. This is my second time reading this book. Completely worth it! Great blend of baseball, family, and leadership.
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