“This is a book everyone should read. A true behind-the-scenes story about leadership, humility, and duty in the navy and in life. Robert ‘Navy Bob’ Roncska is a real-life American hero and role model.”
- Daniel Silva
New York Times Best Selling Author
In my debut book, Beyond the Sea: Leading with Love from the Nuclear Navy to the White House and Healthcare, I offer insights into the transformation of negative cultures to not just positive ones but those that became renowned.
When I assumed command of the USS Texas, a fast-attack submarine, the ship ranked at the bottom of its squadron and faced recurring safety issues. Through innovative strategies, I successfully transformed the culture, propelling our submarine’s ranking and retention from last place to first place in the Pacific Fleet within a remarkable two-year period.
Starting with a loving and people-centric approach, I laid the groundwork of trust, standards, and purpose. In this book, I present a roadmap that leaders can adapt to any industry, empowering them to create high-quality relationships and elevate their organization’s performance beyond expectations.
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What You’ll Find in this Book
Accelerate your learning through real leadership stories.
Increase your motivation to explore and expand your leadership capabilities.
Explore how your leadership style impacts your team members and their goals.
Discover helpful tools to build trust, develop and implement performance standards, and work with purpose.
Use a proven model to integrate Leadership with Love authentically.
Learn how to build a thriving culture where people feel safe and are encouraged to ask questions.
Learn practical ways to create a sense of belonging.
Avoid common mistakes most leaders make that break trust.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT BEYOND THE SEA
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Steven C. Preston, President and CEO, Goodwill Industries International, Former Secretary of HUD
From the first time I met "Navy Bob," it was evident he was a special breed of leader, living out of his heart. In Beyond the Sea, he has moved well beyond the typical lists of leadership traits and how-to's to invoke the most powerful force in humanity—love. Reminding us of the essential needs of the people we lead and enriching his guidance with compelling and relatable real-life stories, Bob shows the power of love in building a rich culture, getting results, and changing lives. He shows that love shapes our own motivations and awakens the commitment of others. It is what we need in our leaders today.
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Admiral Bruce Grooms
Dr. Bob Roncska's book "Beyond the Sea, Leading with Love" is an enthralling study of practical leadership. I have read countless leadership books, most of which are formulaic, mechanistic, or simply experiential. This is a significant paradigm shift, rightly premised on the importance of "Love First". If your heart is right, inspirational leadership and organizational success will follow. Although Navy Bob credits many leaders for their influence on his leadership style, I believe the attributes he highlights in this book have been a deep rooted part of his DNA his entire life. This book is a must read for those who are serious about improving their leadership skills.
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Anita McBride, Former COS to Mrs. Bush
Our country is blessed by patriots and people of integrity like "Navy Bob" Roncska. Molded by examples of leadership, sacrifice, and love throughout his personal life and career, Bob Roncska is a man of character and compassion and the epitome of a servant leader. His heartfelt and beautifully written book reminds us that a good life is about service and caring for the well-being of others. I am delighted he has shared his lessons learned about different styles of leadership. His experiences will surely encourage readers to approach personal and professional decisions the way he did - with humility and courage and love.
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Dana Perino, Former Presidential Press Secretary
I remember well President and First Lady Laura Bush teaching us government can help a person out, but it can never heal a person's heart. They led with love and principles, and our favorite Navy Bob has captured their approach well in his must-read book on the best way to lead.
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Matt Higgins, Author of "Burn the Boats"
When I think of Navy Bob, one word immediately comes to mind: trust. This is a man who was entrusted with the entire fate of the free world at his fingertips. As you read Beyond the Sea, you'll learn that the secret to earning unqualified trust - from the President on down - is leading through love and compassion. His story is as gripping as it is inspiring. Bob burned the boats for his country. This is a must read!
Beyond the Sea
Leading with Love from the Nuclear Navy to the White House and Healthcare
Coming June 2024
