Extreme Ownership

by Jocko Willink, Leif Babin

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Book Summary

In the realm of leadership literature, Extreme Ownership offers a compelling framework grounded in the authors' firsthand military experiences. Written by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, two former U.S. Navy SEAL officers, the book distills battlefield-tested principles into actionable guidance for leaders across various domains. It emphasizes that ultimate responsibility lies with the leader, regardless of circumstances, and that this mindset is the foundation for building high-performing teams and organizations.

  • Ownership Is Absolute: Leaders must accept complete responsibility for everything in their domain, avoiding blame and excuses.
  • No Bad Teams, Only Bad...

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