Worth Following: A Guide to Professional Development and Leadership for Aspiring Marine Officers

By Edwin Powers

Worth Following is a powerful and practical guide for junior Marine officers navigating the high-stakes demands of early leadership. Written by Major Edwin (Ted) Powers--a decorated Marine, award-winning author, and leadership instructor at Cornell--this book blends real-world military experience with cutting-edge research from Brown University to deliver strategies that are both grounded and forward-looking.

Drawing from his time as a Marine Corps officer and academic fellow, Powers offers a blueprint for success that bridges timeless leadership principles with the unique challenges of today's military landscape. Every chapter is packed with actionable insights, equipping new officers with the tools they need to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose from day one.

Far more than theory, Worth Following is a mission-focused resource built on proven methods and tested wisdom. It's a rare combination of scholarly rigor and operational relevance--written by someone who's walked the walk and taught the next generation to do the same.

For officers at the beginning of their careers, this isn't just a leadership book--it's a lifeline. And for the Marine Corps, it's an investment in a stronger, more prepared future.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G6RTLYMJ
• ISBN13: 9798892410557
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Naval Institute Press
• Length: 248 Pages