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Peak Business Performance Under Pressure: A Navy Ace Shows How to Make Great Decisions in the Heat of Business Battles,Used
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In enemy airspace, high above the treetops of North Vietnam, two US F4 Phantom jet fighters have downed their fifth enemy plane, thus securing their new status as Aces. The skies are finally quiet, and the safety of the ocean is just ahead. But in that brief moment of victory, they are blindsided by a surfacetoair missile.Bill Willy Driscoll, one of the most highly decorated Naval Flight Officers of the alast fifty years, demonstrates how his TOPGUN training prepared him for both lifeordeath aerial dogfights and the demands of difficult business decisions. His remarkable military experiences, his 26year awardwinning career in the highly competitive Southern California commercial real estate market, and personal interviews with twentysix other Ace pilots and over 200 business executives serve as a blueprint for achieving extraordinary results under the most difficult circumstances organizations face each day.Topics include preparation, risk assessment, team building, focus and listening, selfevaluation and improvement, avoiding pitfalls, and much more.Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Peak Business Performance Under Pressure'? A: The book focuses on how to make effective decisions in high-pressure business situations, drawing from the author's military experiences as a Naval Flight Officer.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Bill Driscoll, a highly decorated Naval Flight Officer with extensive experience in both military and business environments.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: Topics include preparation, risk assessment, team building, self-evaluation, improvement, and strategies to avoid pitfalls in decision-making.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Peak Business Performance Under Pressure'? A: The book was published on September 30, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for professionals outside of military backgrounds? A: Yes, the book is relevant for anyone in high-pressure decision-making roles, including business executives and leaders.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is new.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn practical strategies for making sound decisions under pressure, based on both military tactics and business insights.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for this book? A: The book targets professionals in decision-making roles, particularly those in high-stakes environments, as well as individuals interested in personal development.