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Leadership Has Lost Its Way. It's Time to Find Ourselves Again.

"In my journey, I've found that the most powerful moments of leadership come not from having the perfect map, but from having the courage to navigate without one.

They come from being anchored so deeply in your values that you can adapt to any storm. They come from trusting your crew. Nautical Leadership is my offering—a compass for leaders who are tired of pretending and are ready to lead with their whole, human self."

Leadership strategist and author Dave Chauhan introduces the Nautical Leadership™ Model, a groundbreaking framework for leading with clarity and courage in an uncharted world.

CAPTAIN, SET SAIL

"This is the playbook for modern leaders. Captain, Set Sail reframes leadership as an act of skillful navigation, not rigid control. It cuts through the jargon with a memorable, human-centric triad—The Beacon (Values), The Wayfinder (Adaptability), and The Seafarer (Courageous Action)—providing a practical compass for anyone ready to lead with profound humanity and unwavering resolve."

A Nautical Guide to Leadership in an Uncharted World

Praise for CAPTAIN, SET SAIL

Chart Your Course: How We Can Work Together

Sharing the Voyage: The Book

My book, Captain, Set Sail, isn't a textbook. It's a practical guide filled with stories and tools from the trenches to help you lead with more purpose and heart. Discover the Nautical Leadership framework.

Inspiring Your Crew: Speaking

I bring the concepts of Nautical Leadership™ to life for teams and organisations, offering keynotes and workshops focused on navigating uncertainty, building resilient teams, and leading with authenticity.

Plotting Business Success: Consulting

Through Purple Spark, I partner with leaders and their organisations by applying strategic thinking and operational expertise to help you achieve brilliant strategies and bold results, particularly in the services sector, manufacturing, engineering, and construction.

Insights from the Helm - The Captain's Journal

My Latest Thoughts & Reflections

Welcome to The Captain's Journal. Leading today can feel like navigating a ship through unpredictable seas. Here, I share practical insights, reflections, and hard-won lessons drawn from 17+ years in the leadership trenches and the core principles of Nautical Leadership. Think of this as our space to explore how to steer with clarity, build resilient crews, and find our 'true north' even when the fog rolls in. These aren't textbook theories, but real-world perspectives to help you confidently command your own leadership journey. Dive in, reflect, and let's navigate these waters together.

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Leadership is a journey, not a destination. If you're looking for a more effective, more human way to navigate the complexities ahead, I'm here to help. Whether it's through the book, a speaking engagement, or strategic advice, my goal is to provide you with the tools and insights to confidently master your voyage.