The Diary of a West Point Cadet

Captivating and Hilarious Stories for Developing the Leader Within You

By: Preston George Pysh

Narrated by: Jack Hicks

Let's be honest. A lot of books about West Point or leadership can be very dry. Learning doesn't have to be that way.

In The Diary of a West Point Cadet, by Captain Preston Pysh, the author teaches essential West Point leadership through the most fun and unique reading of any book in its class. Each intriguing firsthand account of Preston's top 12 enthralling and hilarious stories from attending West Point, will capture your interest and imagination. The stories walk the reader down a personal journey many outsiders never see behind the thick stoney walls. As an added bonus, Preston efficiently summarizes how each gripping story taught him a vital leadership lesson that prepared him to be a combat commander with the renown 101st Airborne Division. If you are an aspiring cadet, a small-group leader, or even an emerging leader in corporate America, this book is for you.

If you like twists and turns while reading and learning, you are in for a treat. Learning about leadership and the United States Military Academy has never been this fun. Prepare to be glued to your seat and the text as you experience unforgettable stories and lessons from "The Point."

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Surprisingly good

I was expecting a dry textbook like feel to this book. I was pleasantly surprised.

Entertaining and Educational!

6 stars. This book is a fun, entertaining, set of stories with lessons that apply to the real world. Are you looking to become a better leader in life and business? This book is for you. This author, Preston, does a fantastic job relating his experiences at West Point to your everyday life. If you're looking to increase overall efficiency, productivity, and become the best version of yourself, this book will push you to do just that.

If you, your son, or daughter, is looking to apply to West Point, this book is a must read. The stories Preston tells will allow you to gain insight on what happens at the military academy and more importantly, why. You can use this book to develop a mindset of what to expect before going in cold turkey.

One of the best pieces of advice you will get out of this book is to write down on a piece of paper 5 short-term and 5 long-term goals you want to accomplish. By writing them down, the chances of you completing them will increase exponentially. You will get the most out of life by accomplishing your goals. But first, you have to spend time thinking about and continually updating what goals are most important to you.

The narrator of the audio book, Jack, also does a fantastic job of telling the stories. The best way humans communicate is through stories. I could clearly picture what was happening every step of the way!

Thank you, Preston and Jack!

Exceptional

I was impressed at how well the author was able to take me through his entire experience through West Point. I felt as if I were his roommate experiencing the same things. I also enjoy that with every story in each chapter there is a vital leadership point that he ties into his experience. Great read.

Future Cadet

This read did a great job getting me excited and somewhat more ready in becoming a cadet. It was entertaining to listen to, and had many great lessons that I will try and implement in my military and regular life.

It’s a must read!

This book is absolutely amazing! The narrator was great which is not a given with audio books. The principals are very insightful. Preston did a great job with balancing his experience at The Point and how his experience can be applied to civilian life. I think this a a great book for anyone to read. I truly enjoyed listening to this book.