
It's Your Ship
Management Techniques from the Best Damn Ship in the Navy
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D. Michael Abrashoff
The story of Captain D. Michael Abrashoff and his command of U.S.S. Benfold has become legendary inside and outside the Navy. Now Abrashoff offers this fascinating tale of top-down change for anyone trying to navigate today's uncertain business seas.
When Captain Abrashoff took over as commander of U.S.S. Benfold, a ship armed with every cutting-edge system available, it was like a business that had all the latest technology but only some of the productivity. Knowing that responsibility for improving performance rested with him, he realized he had to improve his own leadership skills before he could improve his ship. Within months he created a crew of confident and inspired problem-solvers eager to take the initiative and take responsibility for their actions. The slogan on board became "It's your ship" and Benfold was soon recognized far and wide as a model of naval efficiency.
How did Abrashoff do it? Against the backdrop of today's United States Navy, Benfold was a key player in our Persian Gulf fleet, Abrashoff shares his secrets of successful management including:
- See the ship through the eyes of the crew. By soliciting a sailor's suggestions, Abrashoff drastically reduced tedious chores that provided little additional value.
- Communicate, communicate, communicate. The more Abrashoff communicated the plan, the better the crew's performance. His crew would eventually call him "Megaphone Mike", since they heard from him so often.
- Listen aggressively. After learning that many sailors wanted to use the GI Bill, Abrashoff brought a test official aboard the ship and held the SATs 40 miles off the Iraqi coast.
From achieving amazing cost savings to winning the highest gunnery score in the Pacific Fleet, Captain Abrashoff's extraordinary campaign sent shock waves through the U.S. Navy. It can help you change the course of your ship, no matter where your business battles are fought.
©2006 Captain D. Michael Abrashoff (P)2006 Time Warner AudioBooksListeners also enjoyed...




















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I put off this book for years; how good could a "military" book be? Absolutly fabulous; that's how good.Any additional comments?
I put off this book for years; how good could a "military" book be? Absolutly fabulous; that's how good.FANTASTIC!
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Furthermore, I really wish this was an unabridged version!
In summary, the book itself is very good. The only complaint or criticism is the production, which detracts from the book and the author's narrative.
Book good! Production lacking.
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Will recommend this short version.
Good read
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Great leadership advice, and an interesting story!
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Awesome!
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I highly recommend this one.
One of the best ever
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inspiring book
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Practical and Enlightening
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Abrashoff does an excellent job uncovering the need, identifying the problem and implementing a solution. Regardless of the industry or organization size, every manager, potential manager, or leader can benefit from reading this book.
Great listen for a 3 hour raid trip.
Benefits seem so obvious
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An absolute must read
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