THE BLUEPRINT FOR EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP IS IN YOUR HANDSARE YOU READY TO RISE?
The world doesnt need more managers. It needs bold, resilient, high-impact leadersthe kind who dont just climb the ranks but transform the teams and organizations they lead. In A Blueprint to Level 5 Unicorn Leadership, Douglas P. Pflug delivers a game plan for leaders who refuse to settle for average. This isnt another leadership theory book filled with fluff and clichés. This is a battle-tested, high-performance leadership manual forged from decades of elite experience in policing, coaching, and executive mentorship. Inside, youll find the real-world strategies, hard-won lessons, and non-negotiable mindsets required to master Level 5 Leadershipthe rare balance of professional will and personal humility that defines the most exceptional leaders.
Through gripping case studies, actionable frameworks, and no-BS insights, Doug equips you with the tools to:
ü Develop the resilience and grit to thrive in high-stakes leadership roles.
ü Master the art of influence and earn trust that transcends titles.
ü Lead with conviction, humility, and unwavering integritythe hallmarks of true leadership excellence.
If youve drawn inspiration from Finding Your Granite or Ironwill 360° Leadership: Moving Forward, this book will take you even further challenging you to rise above mediocrity and become the leader others aspire to be.
Great leaders arent borntheyre built. The blueprint is here. The choice is yours.
1. My Journey as a Leader
2. Book Introduction: Ironwill 360° Leadership
3. Executive Summary
4. Mission, Vision, and ValuesFrom Posters to
Punchlines
5. SMART GoalsTurning Vision into Action
6. Building on a
Foundation of Leadership
7. Humility and ResilienceThe Foundations of
Leadership
8. Vision and Strategic ThinkingCharting the Future
9. Emotional
Intelligence and EmpathyThe Heart of Leadership
10. Integrity and
CourageLeading with Conviction
11. Adaptability and AccountabilityThriving
in Change12. Communication and InspirationMotivating Teams to Greatness
13.
Inclusive and Purpose-Driven Leadership
14. The Power of Feedback and
Empowerment
15. Leading in the Hybrid World
16. Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
and Building Organizational Resilience17. The Future of Leadership
Development
18. Crafting Your Leadership Legacy
19. The Chalkboard Analysis
of 15 Level 5 Unicorn Leaders
20. My Personal Plan to Achieve Level 5 Unicorn
Leadership
21. Leadership MetricsA Compass for Unicorn Leaders
22. Final
Thoughts
Douglas P. Pflug is a nationally recognized speaker, author, leadership coach, and PTSD survivor who has dedicated his life to developing resilient leaders and trauma-informed workplaces. With over three decades of experience in policing, elite athletic coaching, and mental health advocacy, Doug brings a powerful blend of wisdom, storytelling, and street-smart insight to every stage he steps on.
He has trained over 10,000 leadersfrom frontline emergency workers to corporate executivesdelivering keynote speeches, executive coaching, and leadership development workshops across North America.
Doug served 28 years as a decorated Sergeant with the Guelph Police Service, followed by 7 years at the Ontario Police College as the Provincial Leadership Program Coordinator. Hes a dual-sport varsity athlete, founder of IRONWILL 360° Strength & Conditioning, and the driving force behind Canadas Special Olympics floor hockey dynasty. His books are used in classrooms, training centers, boardroomsand bedrooms of those trying to find the will to fight one more day.
