Learn How to Lead to Win

Thrilling, Thought-provoking and Inspiring . . . to Help Your People Reach Higher Levels of Performance

Former Top Gun Fighter Pilot, Rear Admiral, and Commander of the USS Nimitz, Mike Manazir, shares gripping stories and actionable insights gained from his successful career in the military and corporate world.

With 33 powerful stories Mike takes you on a transformative journey, revealing the fundamental principles of effective leadership. Each story highlights a key leadership lesson, such as leading from the heart, accountability, communication, and strategic thinking, providing readers with practical strategies to enhance their leadership abilities.

Like how to—

• Survive when you plant a $75-million jet into the Pacific Ocean (admit you were wrong)
• Land a crippled jet with the navigator hanging out of the blown canopy, his parachute wrapped around the tail (rely on your instincts)
• Steer a floating city with a massive nuclear reactor and an airport on top (known as a nuclear aircraft carrier) into a horrific monsoon in the Indian Ocean while the flight deck is awash and flooded to get to India so the crew could go ashore and do community service (the heart of leadership lies in service to humankind)

Mike's relatable stories showcase the importance of understanding your team's strengths, building relationships, and fostering an inclusive culture where each member of the team feels valued.

The author's conversational style and dynamic stories make for an engaging read that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. You’ll gain valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of leadership and a deeper understanding of what it takes to lead effectively.

Learn How to Lead to Win is a book for aspiring leaders and it is also an excellent resource for experienced leaders looking to refresh their leadership approach. The lessons shared within the book are universal and can be applied in any industry, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills.

Like the former Supreme Commander of NATO, Admiral James Stavridis (Retired) says about his colleague:
“Like jumping into the cockpit of an F-14 Tomcat—Lead to Win seizes you by the throat and doesn’t let go! This book is hard to put down and can make anyone a better person as well as an accomplished leader and mentor!”

Mike Manazir is a former US Navy Top Gun fighter pilot who commanded an F-14 squadron, the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz, and a Carrier Strike Group. Mike retired as a Two-Star Rear Admiral and is now an executive with a Fortune 100 aerospace and defense company. Learn more about Mike at MikeManazir.com.