It's Your Ship is a must read for today's leaders and managers.
It talks about the right things to do when running an organization or business.
By getting people involved and taking ownership they become more productive, take on more responsibly and become more receptive to new ideals and changes.
In a world where in order to survive you have to become the best at what you do, this book will give you tips that will help you and the people under you operate at their best.
Michael Abrashoff has touched the core in having a good relation with others.
Dealing fairly and with respect for others is displayed throughout the book and the examples he gives can be translated into any situation.
This is a practical approach to management using techniques that were tested under conditions that may surprise you.
Manage to out perform not to get ahead and the rewards will be much greater.
When people have a desire to do the best at everything they do and treat their fellow workers with respect, you have a much happier work place.
I have bought several copies of his book and given them to my friends.
My article, Running Mate Program for Churches, was developed from the ideals shared on welcoming new crew members aboard the USS Benfold.
If you want the best for the people you work with and the satisfaction of knowing that you have done the right thing, then read this book.
It's Your Ship by Captain D.
Michael Abrashoff, ISBN: 0-446-52911-7, May 2002.