Conquering Crisis, Admiral William H. McRaven
Conquering Crisis, Admiral William H. McRaven
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Conquering Crisis
Ten Lessons to Learn Before You Need Them

Author: Admiral William H. McRaven

Narrator: Admiral William H. McRaven

Unabridged: 4 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/22/2025


Synopsis

#1 New York Times bestselling author Admiral McRaven tells stories from his life and career that illustrate the principles of effective leadership during times of crisis.

Throughout his 40-year career, Admiral McRaven has experienced every manner of calamity imaginable. From managing failed hostage rescues to responding to student unrest, McRaven has learned how to successfully navigate crises—those moments that push the limits of your experience and challenge your confidence, when leadership skills alone may not be enough.

Conquering Crisis provides a new set of tools for facing these stressful moments with poise. It breaks crises down into five phases assess, report, contain, shape, and manage—and provides concrete steps to come out the other side stronger. With incredible personal stories, thought-provoking parables, and memorable lessons, Admiral McRaven sheds light on the ways we can rise to the occasion in times of crisis and act as leaders, no matter the situation.
 

Reviews

Goodreads review by Cameron on April 13, 2025

Without question, Admiral McRaven has had an amazing career as a Navy SEAL and Special Operations Commander. The lessons he has learned over that 40-year career are invaluable, and that is why I was excited to read his latest publication Conquering Crisis: Ten Lessons to Learn Before You Need Them.......more

Goodreads review by Sam on April 03, 2025

I received a copy of this audiobook from Netgalley in exchange for review. An quick, insightful read, this book offers exactly what it markets, useful advise on how to manage a future crisis. Utilizing anecdotes from the author’s own leadership experience, he provides advise for both the military and......more

Goodreads review by Blake on April 28, 2025

Admiral McRaven’s books are always an easy read filled with hard won wisdoms. I struggled to connect the words chosen for the different stages with something actionable but the anecdotes made the actions they stand in for clear. This will be on my list for a reread. (My only gripe with this book was......more

Goodreads review by Jed on April 28, 2025

A practical approach to crisis management that doubles as a primer on military history. The writing is engaging, moves quickly, and includes a variety of interesting and historically significant stories.......more

Goodreads review by Doyle on April 30, 2025

Excellent treatise on leading in crisis. Very succinct and should be used as a primer for everyone in leading in crisis.......more