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Call Sign Chaos

Learning to Lead
Book • 2021
Call Sign Chaos is a memoir that chronicles General Jim Mattis's career from his early days as a Marine recruit to his role as a four-star general and Secretary of Defense.

The book is divided into three parts: Direct Leadership, Executive Leadership, and Strategic Leadership.

Mattis recounts his foundational experiences, extracting lessons on warfighting, peacemaking, the importance of allies, and strategic dilemmas.

He emphasizes the need for America to return to a strategic footing to avoid fighting inconclusive wars.

The book offers a unique leadership philosophy developed through constant study and action, making it relevant for both military and civilian leaders.

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