58 pages 1 hour read

Jocko Willink, Leif Babin

Extreme Ownership: How US Navy SEALs Lead and Win

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

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Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin provides impactful leadership principles grounded in Navy SEAL experiences. Readers praise its practical advice and motivating tone but note a repetitive structure and military-heavy context that may not suit all audiences. Ultimately, it’s a powerful guide for leaders seeking accountability and performance improvement.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Extreme Ownership?

A reader who enjoys leadership development, military strategy, and personal accountability will find Extreme Ownership engaging. Fans of Good to Great by Jim Collins and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey will appreciate the practical lessons and disciplined approach shared by former Navy SEALs.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Military / War
Business / Economics
Genre
Self Help
Period
War On Terrorism / Iraq War
Themes
Relationships: Teams
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance