In "Turn the Ship Around!" by L. David Marquet, the author recounts his experience as Captain of the USS Santa Fe, a nuclear-powered submarine. Faced with a crew consisting of discouraged and disengaged followers, Marquet realizes that the traditional leader-follower model is ineffective and must be transformed.

He introduces the concept of "leadership at every level," empowering individuals to take ownership and make decisions based on their expertise, rather than following strict orders.

Marquet emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of trust and accountability, where subordinates are encouraged to speak up and take initiative. He demonstrates how this shift in mentality leads to increased morale, innovation, and ultimately, improved performance.

Through practical examples and insightful anecdotes, Marquet presents a roadmap for organizations to create a leader-leader culture that celebrates everyone's potential to be effective leaders.

"Turn the Ship Around!" challenges traditional leadership practices and offers invaluable lessons on empowering individuals, fostering a culture of trust, and transforming organizations.