Developing Exceptional Leaders
The Practical Guide to Being Effectively In-Charge
By Colonel John Boggs, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.)
President, Fortitude Consulting, LLC
Are You Really Leading — or Just Managing?
Leadership isn’t about titles or style. It’s about skill — and producing results.
In this insightful and practical guide, Colonel John Boggs cuts through the fluff to deliver a battle-tested blueprint for professionals ready to step up, take charge, and lead effectively.
Inside You’ll Discover:
- Why leadership style is overrated — and what actually drives performance
- The “HiPo Triangle” — and how to navigate it without losing your career
- The SAC-IS model for implementation that turns plans into results
- How to lead from the front… and when not to
- The 4-step formula for creating heroes inside your organization
- The OODA Loop and Decision Funnel used by elite leaders to make tough calls with clarity
This E-Book is Ideal For:
- First-time managers stepping into leadership roles
- Mid-career professionals and high-potential employees
- Senior executives refining their decision-making and influence
- Veterans and public-sector leaders transitioning into business
Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or sharpening your edge at the executive level, this e-book will help you:
- Avoid the most common traps that derail high-potential leaders
- Build trust, credibility, and resilience
- Make fearless decisions and create everyday heroes in your organization
This is not a book about theory. It’s a practical tool — drawn from real-life leadership in the military, public sector, and corporate boardroom.
“Leadership is not about being perfect — it’s about being effective, accountable, and in command of your presence.”
— Colonel John Boggs
