{"product_id":"sea-dog-a-seafaring-captains-lessons-in-leadership-hardcover","title":"Sea Dog: A Seafaring Captain's Lessons in Leadership - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCharles L. Stuppard\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour guide to becoming a worthy leader, based on true stories from a fulfilling military career\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom the high seas to high commands in Iraq, Kuwait, and Afghanistan, \u003ci\u003eSea Dog: An Old Salt's Lessons in Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e tells the tale of Charles L. Stuppard and his journey from growing up surrounded by poverty and violence to becoming a Navy Captain in charge of the US Navy's most technologically sophisticated warship. In this book, Stuppard details exactly how he managed to not only become a great leader, but one who acts with character, empathy, and honor, not because of inherent advantages in his life, but rather through learning and applying hard lessons at every point in his fulfilling career.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing on captivating stories from intense special training and beyond, this book covers key leadership concepts such as: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearning to focus on the right things so that the rest of your team will follow your lead\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefining your success as a leader by what people say about you after you leave your organization\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsing your power to encourage empathy and generosity in yourself and others\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaptivating, inspiring, and practical, \u003ci\u003eSea Dog: An Old Salt's Lessons in Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential read for aspiring and current leaders across organizations and industries who seek to lead with confidence, charisma, and compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen he was a kid living amid the turmoil and poverty of Haiti, Charles L. Stuppard could not have imagined himself on the bridge of the USS Arleigh Burke, in command of the lead ship of the most powerful and sophisticated class of ships in the history of naval warfare. \u003ci\u003eSea Dog: A Seafaring Captain's Lessons in Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e is the profound story of moving from a state of disempowerment to one of power, from growing up in a country ruled by Papa Doc Duvalier who was known for making people disappear to patrolling the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, the first command of his career, in charge of 350 men and women. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is a highly entertaining tell-all story sharing what Stuppard learned throughout his inspiring career and how he overcame the odds because of his ability and determination to learn and apply lessons to help him plot a true course. Instead of focusing exclusively on success lessons, this book reveals how to achieve significant career goals and do so with character, inspired by real stories throughout, from near-death experiences to harnessing the age-old naval tradition of telling tales to develop comradery. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith sage insight drawn from military service, but with relevance to individuals working in all types of organizations in business, government, law, and beyond, \u003ci\u003eSea Dog\u003c\/i\u003e earns a well deserved spot on the bookshelves of all individuals who aspire to leadership greatness but may be starting out with few advantages--or a number of disadvantages--and seek to not only succeed, but do so with empathy and honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e SEA DOG \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Charles Stuppard is a prime example of a servant leader. He served his country, and inspires all those lucky enough to know him. Leadership starts with understanding who you are and understanding that in a team you cannot achieve anything alone. Trust is crucial for success; trusting your team members and proving their trust. And there are few people I trust more than my true friend Charles.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Rob Bauer, \u003c\/b\u003e Admiral, Royal Netherlands Navy; Chair, NATO Military Committee (2021-2025) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Throughout two decades at the Naval War College, Charles Stuppard stood out among thousands of officers for his exceptional leadership gifts. This book, collecting his wisdom over the years, is worth close attention by those aspiring to future leadership in our society.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Alberto R. Coll, \u003c\/b\u003e former Naval War College Dean and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Charles' story serves as a compelling guide to achieving greatness through servant leadership. We share the resilience of our Haitian American heritage and a Cornell University education, but most importantly, a shared passion for inspiring bold, inclusive, and visionary leadership.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Reggie Fils-Aim?, \u003c\/b\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eDisrupting the Game: From the Bronx to the Top of Nintendo\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Charles invests in relationships. He communicates authentically. He leads by example where people feel supported, respected and motivated to perform at their best. Leadership is a dynamic process that evolves with experience, reflection, and a willingness to adapt. Charles personifies that ethos of leadership and I am proudof his dedication and service and honored to call him my brother and friend.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Saleem Miyan, \u003c\/b\u003e former president, Bambu Global \u0026amp; Canopy Defense \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"It was a pleasure and an honor to read \u003ci\u003eSea Dog\u003c\/i\u003e. I integrated several of its lessons into my Introduction to Business class at a local university. I shared this book with my colleague, who teaches Leadership in an Education Doctorate Program. \u003ci\u003eSea Dog\u003c\/i\u003e teaches about leadership from an experiential standpoint, beyond a textbook defined leadership style.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Lori Zaher, \u003c\/b\u003e Professor of Business and Accounting, Assistant Editor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHARLES L. STUPPARD, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is a seasoned military veteran with experience in both the public and private sectors. He was handpicked amongst the top 1% of the entire Navy Officer corps assigned to serve as Captain of Navy Warships and was general manager of Canopy Defense in Boston, MA. He is also the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Impact of New Technology on President Abraham Lincoln's Military Leadership During the Civil War.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 25, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47433844097245,"sku":"9781394248247","price":32.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/9867\/8237\/files\/RmksEFCXmG9781394248247.webp?v=1771366180","url":"https:\/\/handfulofbooks.com\/products\/sea-dog-a-seafaring-captains-lessons-in-leadership-hardcover","provider":"Handful of Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}