Into the Storm

<p><strong>Illustrated with examples from the story and compelling case studies this engaging book provides the resources and tools to support teams on their sometimes-tumultuous journey to success.</strong></p><p>In the face of turmoil and tragedy a crew of amateur sailors piloted their tiny vessel--the AFR Midnight Rambler--through a treacherous storm to achieve victory in a world-renowned sailing competition. Their triumph--perhaps even their survival--owes itself to their astonishing commitment to teamwork: an alchemy of cooperation trust planning and execution.</p><p>The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race is among the most demanding sailing competitions in the world. Unpredictable seas make the approximately-630-nautical-mile course grueling under the best conditions but the 1998 race proved to be the most perilous to date when a sudden and violent storm struck. Six sailors perished and another 55 were saved in what became the largest search and rescue operation in Australia's history. But even while bigger better-equipped yachts attempted to maneuver around the storm Ed Psaltis and his crew on the AFR Midnight Rambler made the daring decision to head directly into its path.</p><p>Author Dennis N.T. Perkins chronicles their nearly four-day ordeal and draws parallels to the world of business revealing how teams: </p><ul><li>can work together to overcome obstacles </li><li>Use teamwork to achieve goals and beat challenges </li><li>And succeed during difficult times.</li></ul><p><em>Into the Storm</em> will help your team achieve extraordinary feats--together.</p>