Ward's Way
Leadership Isn't Learned in Comfort. It's Forged in the Foxhole.
Discover the remarkable journey and timeless leadership principles of General William E. "Kip" Ward: the first Black Combatant Commander in U.S. history. In Improving the Foxhole: Ward's Way, you'll gain practical lessons in leadership, resilience, integrity, and service that can transform the way you lead every day.
FROM THE NATION'S FIRST BLACK COMBATANT COMMANDER
40+ Year Military Career
1st Commander of U.S. Africa Command
(AFRICOM)
Inside the Pentagon on September 11th
Some books tell stories.
This one changes how you lead.
General Ward's extraordinary journey spans some of the most important moments in modern military history—but the greatest value of this book isn't where he served.
It's what he learned.
Inside these pages you'll discover leadership principles developed under the highest levels of responsibility and tested in real-world crises. Whether you're leading a business, a team, a classroom, or your family, these lessons are as relevant today as ever.
"Always work to improve the foxhole as long as you're occupying it."
— General William E. "Kip" Ward
One Simple Principle.
A Lifetime of Leadership.
That single philosophy guided General Ward throughout four decades of service.
Imagine what would happen if every leader embraced that mindset.
- Instead of blaming circumstances...
- Instead of waiting for someone else...
- You improve every environment you're part of.
That's Ward's Way.
Inside This Book
Learn practical strategies to elevate your leadership in any environment.
Lead during uncertainty
Build trust under pressure
Develop resilient teams
Make better decisions
Lead with integrity
Turn setbacks into opportunities
Think strategically
Create a legacy that lasts
From Baltimore...
To Four-Star General.
Before leading AFRICOM...
Before advising world leaders...
Before commanding multinational forces...
General Ward was simply a young man from Baltimore determined to serve with excellence.
His journey proves that leadership isn't determined by where you begin. It's determined by how faithfully you improve every foxhole you're given.
Why Readers Love This Book
This isn't just a story about military service. It's about:
These lessons apply whether you're leading a Fortune 500 company, a nonprofit, your community, or your own home.
Who This Book Is For
- Business Leaders
- Military Personnel
- College Students
- Managers
- Government Professionals
- Entrepreneurs
- Veterans
- ROTC Programs
- Church Leaders
- Anyone committed to leading
Book Details
LENGTH
296 Pages
FORMATS
Hardcover
Paperback
eBook
CATEGORIES
Leadership
Military
Memoir
Published by Curry Brothers Publishing
Foreword by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield
General William E. "Kip" Ward
General William E. "Kip" Ward served more than forty years in the United States Army and became the nation's first Black Combatant Commander.
From Bosnia and Somalia to the Pentagon on September 11 and the creation of AFRICOM, his career represents one of the most distinguished records of military leadership in American history.
Today, he continues to inspire leaders around the world through speaking, mentoring, and the timeless lessons found in Improving the Foxhole: Ward's Way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this only for military readers?
Not at all. The leadership principles apply equally to business professionals, educators, nonprofit leaders, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone seeking to become a stronger leader.
Is this a memoir?
Partly. While General Ward shares remarkable stories from his career, the book is ultimately a guide to leadership, character, and personal growth.
What formats are available?
Hardcover, Paperback, and eBook.
Great leaders don't wait
for better circumstances.
They improve the foxhole they're already in.
Order your copy of Improving the Foxhole: Ward's Way today and begin
applying leadership lessons forged through four decades of service at the
highest levels.
Published by Curry Brothers Publishing
Order your copy of Improving the Foxhole: Ward's Way today.