• Be the Calm or Be the Storm

  • Leadership Lessons from a Woman at the Helm
  • By: Captain Sandy Yawn
  • Narrated by: Captain Sandy Yawn
  • Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (97 ratings)

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Be the Calm or Be the Storm

By: Captain Sandy Yawn
Narrated by: Captain Sandy Yawn
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Publisher's summary

Everyone experiences a moment in life when they need to lead. Sometimes it's a team, sometimes it's a company, a classroom, a patient ward, a family, or simply your own individual self. Based on the leadership lessons she's gathered from her resourceful and resilient life, Captain Sandy, a superyacht captain and star of Bravo's Below Deck Mediterranean, shares the leadership skills and critical thinking inherent to being a captain that can empower anyone to navigate their way to a successful life.

Among some of the stories/lessons she'll share:

· How she selects and sizes up her crew even before embarking on a charter, deciding who to invest in and how to bring out their best.

· Things happen at sea. No matter how much you plan and train, so much can go wrong so she'll discuss the level of persistence and faith that's required in solving an especially knotty problem.

· Authority and discipline are required to lead, but they must be leavened with compassion, understanding, and a desire to see your crew succeed.

· She describes the seamless flow that happens in great teamwork and how she loves seeing the way her deckhands pitch in with the stews when needed. For Captain Sandy, this represents leading with empathy, figuring out who your teammates are and what motivates them, then communicating in a way that motivates and makes them feel understood.

· As a captain, Sandy is constantly upgrading her knowledge and skill set, which is as much a part of her job as steering a vessel. Sustaining excellence requires constant effort, whether you find yourself at the end of a journey, halfway through or at the start of a new one. And the learning never stops.

Woven throughout her stories are Captain Sandy's optimism and abiding faith that, given the right tools and opportunities, individuals are capable of so much more than they realize, especially when they can find someone to believe in them.

This audio product contains a PDF with supporting material, and the PDF is available to download.

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Love a great inspirational story!

I really enjoyed this audiobook! I loved the stories of pirates and waterspouts!
You are living proof that there are different paths to success! Thank you, Captain Sandy!

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Great leader and captain.

interesting to learn the back story and proof you can overcome just about anything. Tools that can be used everyday in work and home life.

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Love Captian Sandy!

Ok she is a captain, not an author, but I found her story and experiences interesting! Proud of her and her accomplishments 👍🏼

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Be the Calm or The Storm

I enjoyed the narrator. I liked the book. I would recommend this book. enjoy

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Real world lesson from a real world leader.

Captain Sandy Yawn has been a joy to tune into on Bravo and catch a glimpse into the “edited” world of charter yachts and that is what lead me to her book. Not sure what this was going to be about, but with an open mind, I found myself captivated by the journey filled with anecdotes, insights, and advice from her numerous years of experience in the industry. Her passion for yachting shines through as you listen to her storytelling, and her no-nonsense approach to leadership. One of the reasons I enjoy audiobooks is because you can hear how the author wants the emphasis applied and Captain Sandy’s voice is both authoritative and soothing. Whether you’re a seasoned yacht adventurer or a just interested in an excellent book on becoming a better leader, this is a must-listen to book. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

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I can’t wait!

I just heard an interview on one of my favorite podcasts. TV, I sat with Ashley Ray. I’m impressed! I went right away and bought the book. I have no doubts this will be one of the best reads of the year!

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A True Leader

Captain Sandy Yawn truly shared her experience, strength and hope. She has proved that people can change. She has proven to be a respected amazing leader. Also, she has offered advice and tips for leadership that cannot be bought for any dollar amount. I commend her for writing this book with all her honesty, and thank her for sharing her experience, strength and hope.

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Interesting insights into leadership

Well thought out insights into leadership and life. Captain Yawn delivers in her no nonsense communication style. Two thumbs up!

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Leadership

Captain Sandy is very inspirational and has over come a lot in her life. She is a great leader.

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Very good book

I was excited to hear about the harrowing experiences that Captain Sandy overcame at sea. I didn’t realize how good the entire book would be. She gives great advice on how to work with and empower people. I suggest this book to anyone.

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