The Need to Lead

A TOPGUN Instructor’s Lessons on How Leadership Solves Every Challenge

The Need to Lead is an undeniable truth that Dave Berke experienced as a Marine Corps officer, fighter pilot, TOPGUN instructor, ground combat leader, husband, and father. This book, based on his experiences in combat and TOPGUN training as well as his teachings at Echelon Front, helps readers be better leaders and understand that leadership is a universal requirement for success, no matter the environment.

By adopting the right leadership mindsets and behaviors, we gain the capacity to solve problems, support the people around us, and amend our mistakes. How do we develop these necessary skills? By embracing the principles imparted to Berke from each humbling moment in the cockpit.

Good leaders aren't simply born. Leadership can be learned. Through compelling stories from TOPGUN training and combat to the boardroom and at home, Berke gives readers the necessary tools to lead and succeed.