Span Of Control

“Filled with leading edge scientific research, captivating stories, and straightforward practices, Carey’s direct, persuasive, and compelling call for each of us to focus on our span of control in the midst of uncertainty and tumultuous times makes this simply the right book, at the right time.” ―STEVE FORBES, Editor-in-Chief and chairman of Forbes Media

“I typically do not think of professional books as page-turners, but this one is. The book grabs you immediately―you feel like you are Carey’s wingman as she lands her military jet on a bouncing carrier. You are not going to be able to put Span of Control down, but you should pace yourself and read it in timed increments to allow yourself the mental space to absorb important work and life lessons. Whether you are sixteen or one hundred years old, there is something for everyone in Carey’s new book. Span of Control is a riveting, inspiring, and thought-provoking challenge to conventional thinking about success and high-performance―this is the perfect book for this turbulent time. Whether you’re an aspiring young adult wanting to lead, or you’re a professional leading a Fortune 100 company or a startup; if you’re leading a sales team or your family or a volunteer group; this book will challenge you to rethink what is possible. In her well-researched, captivating, and witty book, Carey Lohrenz shows us the virtue of being able to adapt and overcome, and of learning both how to focus and navigate uncertainty and complexity.” ―THERESA PAYTON, First female White House CIO, CEO of Fortalice Solutions, Author of Manipulated, the #1 Hot New Release on Amazon and #1 2020 Nonfiction Best Seller at Independent Park Road Books

“Span of Control is one of the best military themed leadership books I have ever read. Carey Lohrenz does a remarkable job of connecting success in the cockpit of a fighter jet with success in life. If you’re going to buy one leadership book this year, make it this one!” ―ADMIRAL WILLIAM H. MCRAVEN, USN (retired)

“If I had one call to make in an emergency, Carey Lohrenz would be it. This is the right book for right now. At a time when distractions are endless and uncertainty surrounds us, Span of Control weaves together cutting-edge research and storytelling that reveals a better way to lead yourself, your family, your community, and your organization successfully. If you lead people, work with people―or, well, know any people―you must read this book!” ―MEL ROBBINS, Author of The 5 Second Rule and four #1 audiobooks on Audible, Daytime talk show host and tech entrepreneur, Presenter of one of the most viewed TEDx videos in the world

“As Carey accurately points out, multi-tasking is a myth and will get you killed in combat. Snipers and pilots know it’s all about focus and execution. Powerfully written, Span of Control is a must-read, and a major contribution to leadership.” ―BRANDON WEBB, Former Navy SEAL, Entrepreneur, Multiple New York Times best-selling author

“What I love and admire most about Carey Lohrenz is that she sees the possibility and potential in all of us to be positive difference-makers. In Span of Control, she shares a brilliant and brave model to help you navigate life’s roughest waters and create meaningful change in order to thrive.” ―KEN BLANCHARD, Coauthor of The New One Minute Manager; Servant Leadership in Action

“Carey Lohrenz has faced some of the most extreme environments imaginable in the cockpit at Mach 2. She also knows what challenge, high performance, and overcoming adversity―to not only survive, but thrive―looks like. An important book, Span of Control gives you the valuable resources and concrete strategies as both a leader and a teammate to chart a better path forward and cultivate intense focus on what matters most.” ―ALAN MULALLY, Former CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes; Ford Motor Company

“As a Navy fighter pilot, Carey Lohrenz is an expert on conquering turbulence and prevailing in combat. In this book, she takes you inside the cockpit with vivid stories about how she excelled under pressure and practical lessons about how you can too.” –ADAM GRANT, #1 New York Times best-selling author of THINK AGAIN and host of the TED podcast WorkLife

“Across areas and eras there are people who bend the arc of history because, quite simply, they did what they could. Cast into a crucible, they did not wilt, but rose to lead in ways that mattered most. Span of Control teaches you to lead by doing what you can.” ―JAMES FELL, Author of On This Day in History Sh!t Went Down