Leadership Lessons From The Bridge To The Boardroom

In this chapter, Thomas Garvey shares lessons from his first solo boating experiences and how they mirror the challenges of leadership and business. From mechanical failures to relationship tension, each “maiden voyage” reveals the value of preparation, the importance of the right crew, and the power of learning through mistakes. Growth, he reminds us, comes from stepping into the unknown—even when you’re not fully ready.

Leadership Lessons From The Bridge To The Boardroom

Big Game Theory is a powerful business book that blends leadership, entrepreneurship, and sport fishing into a fresh and inspiring perspective on success. Written by Thomas Garvey, a seasoned CEO and avid big game fisherman, this unique guide draws real-world parallels between running a business and navigating offshore waters in pursuit of marlin, tuna, and other trophy fish. With practical lessons on risk, growth, strategy, and resilience, Big Game Theory offers entrepreneurs, executives, and business owners a new way to think about building winning teams and scaling their companies. Perfect for fans of business strategy books, lean manufacturing, and high-stakes adventure, this is a must-read for anyone ready to lead with confidence—on the water and in the boardroom.