Beyond the Sea

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Beyond the Sea

In my debut book, Beyond the Sea: Leading with Love from the Nuclear Navy to the White House and Healthcare, I offer insights into the transformation of negative cultures to not just positive ones but those that became renowned.
When I assumed command of the USS Texas, a fast-attack submarine, the ship ranked at the bottom of its squadron and faced recurring safety issues. Through innovative strategies, I successfully transformed the culture, propelling our submarine’s ranking and retention from last place to first place in the Pacific Fleet within a remarkable two-year period.
Starting with a loving and people-centric approach, I laid the groundwork of trust, standards, and purpose. In this book, I present a roadmap that leaders can adapt to any industry, empowering them to create high-quality relationships and elevate their organization’s performance beyond expectations.

Leading with Love from the Nuclear Navy to the White House and Healthcare.

“This is a book everyone should read. A true behind-the-scenes story about leadership, humility, and duty in the navy and in life. Robert ‘Navy Bob’ Roncska is a real-life American hero and role model.”

- Daniel Silva

New York Times Best Selling Author

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Beyond the Sea

From the first time I met “Navy Bob,” it was evident he was a special breed of leader, living out of his heart. In Beyond the Sea, he has moved well beyond the typical lists of leadership traits and how-to’s to invoke the most powerful force in humanity—love. Reminding us of the essential needs of the people we lead and enriching his guidance with compelling and relatable real-life stories, Bob shows the power of love in building a rich culture, getting results, and changing lives. He shows that love shapes our own motivations and awakens the commitment of others. It is what we need in our leaders today.

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Steven C. Preston, President and CEO, Goodwill Industries International, Former Secretary of HUD

Dr. Bob Roncska’s book “Beyond the Sea, Leading with Love” is an enthralling study of practical leadership. I have read countless leadership books, most of which are formulaic, mechanistic, or simply experiential. This is a significant paradigm shift, rightly premised on the importance of “Love First”. If your heart is right, inspirational leadership and organizational success will follow. Although Navy Bob credits many leaders for their influence on his leadership style, I believe the attributes he highlights in this book have been a deep rooted part of his DNA his entire life. This book is a must read for those who are serious about improving their leadership skills.

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Admiral Bruce Grooms

Dr. Bob Roncska’s book “Beyond the Sea, Leading with Love” is an enthralling study of practical leadership. I have read countless leadership books, most of which are formulaic, mechanistic, or simply experiential. This is a significant paradigm shift, rightly premised on the importance of “Love First”. If your heart is right, inspirational leadership and organizational success will follow. Although Navy Bob credits many leaders for their influence on his leadership style, I believe the attributes he highlights in this book have been a deep rooted part of his DNA his entire life. This book is a must read for those who are serious about improving their leadership skills.

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Anita McBride, Former COS to Mrs. Bush

I remember well President and First Lady Laura Bush teaching us government can help a person out, but it can never heal a person’s heart. They led with love and principles, and our favorite Navy Bob has captured their approach well in his must-read book on the best way to lead.

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Dana Perino, Former Presidential Press Secretary

When I think of Navy Bob, one word immediately comes to mind: trust. This is a man who was entrusted with the entire fate of the free world at his fingertips. As you read Beyond the Sea, you’ll learn that the secret to earning unqualified trust – from the President on down – is leading through love and compassion. His story is as gripping as it is inspiring. Bob burned the boats for his country. This is a must read!

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Matt Higgins, Author of "Burn the Boats"

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