Against The Tide by Dave Oliver
Rickover's Leadership Principles and the Rise of the Nuclear Navy
Drawing on firsthand experience in the U.S. Navy’s nuclear propulsion program, this work distills the leadership philosophy behind its creation into practical principles illustrated by vivid sea stories and case studies. It emphasizes uncompromising technical rigor, personal accountability, relentless preparation, and talent cultivation, while critiquing bureaucracy and complacency. The narrative shows how exacting standards, candid communication, and ethical courage built a world-class enterprise, offering actionable lessons for leaders in high-stakes, technology-driven organizations.
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- 2014
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