Bill Yeargin

PREPARE TO BE A BETTER LEADERBill Yeargin never aspired to be a CEO, but he became one. In this book, Yeargin shares both his unique path to the corner office and the amazing lessons he has learned along the way. Achieving success leading global organizations, attending classes at the world's best universities, reading dozens of books a year, working with a multi-billionaire, and traveling to 110 countries have provided Yeargin an amazing education which he shares in a way that can benefit any seasoned or new leader.The Education of a CEO reader will learn: Why developing a team of learners might be the leader's most important jobWhy a leader's mindset may be more important than anything they doHow to have an eye for talent and recruit the best peopleWhy investing in culture may be the leader's best investmentThe importance of clarity in driving resultsWhy being future-focused may keep an organization from going out of businessThe reason most companies fail at innovationHow to energize a team and achieve results no one could have imaginedThis book includes a lifetime of leadership lessons. Every current or aspiring leader will be better after reading Education of a CEO.

PREPARE TO BE A BETTER LEADERBill Yeargin never aspired to be a CEO, but he became one. In this book, Yeargin shares both his unique path to the corner office and the amazing lessons he has learned along the way. Achieving success leading global organizations, attending classes at the world's best universities, reading dozens of books a year, working with a multi-billionaire, and traveling to 110 countries have provided Yeargin an amazing education which he shares in a way that can benefit any seasoned or new leader.The Education of a CEO reader will learn: Why developing a team of learners might be the leader's most important jobWhy a leader's mindset may be more important than anything they doHow to have an eye for talent and recruit the best peopleWhy investing in culture may be the leader's best investmentThe importance of clarity in driving resultsWhy being future-focused may keep an organization from going out of businessThe reason most companies fail at innovationHow to energize a team and achieve results no one could have imaginedThis book includes a lifetime of leadership lessons. Every current or aspiring leader will be better after reading Education of a CEO.

Making Life Better is an inspiring story of character, integrity, ingenuity, and faith-values which form the foundation of an enterprise that has become one of the world's leading recreational boat builders. By holding true to its founder's mission of "Building Boats to the Glory of God" through times of adversity and prosperity, Correct Craft's leadership has provided customers with the industry's best products and used the proceeds of those sales to make the world better for almost 100 years.In this book, CEO Bill Yeargin shares the account of Correct Craft's amazing history, culture, and journey to becoming an industry leader. You'll read about stories such as: - Correct Craft's World War II boat building feat that was recorded by the U.S. government as "The Miracle Production"- The Meloon family's decision to risk bankruptcy rather than compromise their Christian- based business ethic, and their successful efforts to track down and repay every creditor over the following two decades- Correct Craft's transition from family to professional management after having five different CEOs over five years, and an astounding recovery rarely seen in business today- The company's transformation built upon its Identity Pyramid, which sets forth the "Why" of "Making Life Better" through the 3 P's-People, Performance and Philanthropy- Its very impressive track record of helping sellers of companies protect their legacy and employees through acquisitions that empower brands to meet their true potential- Correct Craft's leadership role within the marine industry through advocacy, public service, and the creation of the first ever Marine-Industry Culture Summit

Making Life Better is an inspiring story of character, integrity, ingenuity, and faith-values which form the foundation of an enterprise that has become one of the world's leading recreational boat builders. By holding true to its founder's mission of "Building Boats to the Glory of God" through times of adversity and prosperity, Correct Craft's leadership has provided customers with the industry's best products and used the proceeds of those sales to make the world better for almost 100 years.In this book, CEO Bill Yeargin shares the account of Correct Craft's amazing history, culture, and journey to becoming an industry leader. You'll read about stories such as: - Correct Craft's World War II boat building feat that was recorded by the U.S. government as "The Miracle Production"- The Meloon family's decision to risk bankruptcy rather than compromise their Christian- based business ethic, and their successful efforts to track down and repay every creditor over the following two decades- Correct Craft's transition from family to professional management after having five different CEOs over five years, and an astounding recovery rarely seen in business today- The company's transformation built upon its Identity Pyramid, which sets forth the "Why" of "Making Life Better" through the 3 P's-People, Performance and Philanthropy- Its very impressive track record of helping sellers of companies protect their legacy and employees through acquisitions that empower brands to meet their true potential- Correct Craft's leadership role within the marine industry through advocacy, public service, and the creation of the first ever Marine-Industry Culture Summit

Acclaim for the Columns of Bill Yeargin"Drawing on a wealth of experience and a long record of success, Yeargin provides his readers with a management veteran's perspective on both issues that impact organizations and best practices of effective leaders. His cogent style, compelling insights and thoughtful advice ensure that managers will read his columns again and again."Jim Ellis, President - Boat U.S."Yeargin's columns provide practical advice for managers. While managers in any size company can benefit from his writings, Bill effectively distills his topics down for the small businessperson and provides advice that can be understood and implemented by anyone."Thom Dammrich, President - National Marine Manufacturers Association"Yeargin's columns are first-rate information from an expert with first-hand knowledge "JJ Marie, CEO - Zodiac North America"Reading a Yeargin column is like an instant wake-up call. Bill's column is my monthly management refresher course "Dennis Nixon, Dean and Professor - University of Rhode Island, and Co-founder - International Marina Institute"Yeargin's columns effectively focus on skills that professionals need. He gives his readers an effective way to take inventory of the management techniques they are using. Reading Bill's columns is time well spent "Phil Keeter, President - Marine Retailers Association of America"Bill Yeargin, through his writing and speaking, has become a leading management force. In my years of experience, Bill stands out as the person who best communicates effective management concepts. He is truly a rare resource "Paul Dodson, Co-founder - International Marina Institute

What Would Dad Say? Now that He's in Heaven is an imagined discussion between a father, who is now in heaven, and his son, who is still living on earth. It is a powerful and touching reminder that much of what we do on earth is of little value, and our sights should be set on things eternal.