The Art of Clear Thinking

A Stealth Fighter Pilot's Timeless Rules for Making Tough Decisions

By: Hasard Lee

Narrated by: Hasard Lee

Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

This program features audio recorded by the author inside a fighter jet.

Based on a career of making high-stakes, split-second decisions as an elite U.S. fighter pilot, The Art of Clear Thinking teaches listeners how to make better decisions in everyday life.

The training to become a fighter pilot is among the most competitive and difficult in the world with less than one-in-a-thousand succeeding. Pushing a cutting-edge jet to its limits at over 1,000 mph means that every split-second decision can have catastrophic consequences. This extreme environment has forged a group of warriors who for the last 50 years have been considered at the apex of decision-making theory and practice.

In The Art of Clear Thinking Hasard Lee distills what he’s learned during his career flying some of the Air Force’s most advanced aircraft. Through riveting storytelling—both from his time as a fighter pilot and fascinating turning points throughout history—Hasard relates to the audience in a compelling and accessible way that makes the audiobook as entertaining as it is useful.

Hasard has used and taught these decision-making techniques across the full spectrum of human endeavor and proved their effectiveness both in the cockpit and the boardroom. Those who have already benefited include CEO’s, astronauts, CIA agents, students, parents, and many others. The Art of Clear Thinking is an audiobook that will change how you interact with the world around you.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press.

©2023 Hasard Lee (P)2023 Macmillan Audio

More than a business book

Every business book I’ve read tells stories to illustrate blindspots that led to disaster. I like this book since it uses “bet the company”, time sensitive scenarios. It coaches how to develop an ability to reach conclusions that are likely to succeed where time is of the essence and stakes are high.

Awesome

As an Air Force veteran, where I was a crew chief on the U-2 as well as the A-10, I would always pick the brains of the pilots. The U-2 and A-10 are both among the slower airframe that the Air Force has, so a lot of this I understood. Pilots of the airframe were utterly opposite in what their roles were, so when I would ask the pilots about random things, and I mean completely random things, this book explains a lot of the things id ask flawlessly.

Excellent!

Enjoyed book. Great ideas for thinking clearly and differs from a lot of self help books. Purchased book after purchasing audio so I can go through it again and take notes.

Good book

Good book on the art of clear thinking. I expected more but overall not disappointed.

Governing the Mind

loved it! Written concisely and to the point, the strategies delineated are a system that can be used to maintain an objective mindset during times of stress.

The author/narrator utilizes a smooth-flowing conversational manner, which makes for both a pleasurable and edifying experience.

This is the formula for todays modern success stories!

Hasard had distilled the tried and true steps along with the cognitive approaches and science that delivers fighter pilot thinking to all of us. This is a must read for any leader or success oriented achiever in todays complex world. Great job Hasard Lee!

Fantastic real-life decision making guidance

Simple, actionable, combat-proven techniques delivered through engaging, real-world experiences. I’ve already sent it to a few of the young punks I mentor—love it Hasard!!

One of the best life advice books ever!

This book is fantastic. Great practically useful content in every single chapter along with engrossing and relevant stories. The narration by the author is outstanding. I’m buying the printed version to tape flag and highlight. I cannot say enough good things about this book—buy it!

Great Storytelling

Great storytelling with useful and insightful lessons. Hasard said his inspiration was Malcom Gladwell and I think the way he uses military and aviation stories to illustrate concepts was on target. This is not your typical fighter pilot book that over uses clichés to try and connect to business. Hasard has done his research and put together a book that combines fascinating military stories that translate to business lessons.

Phenomenal Book

For those who love self help, military, aviation, or crazy stories this book is for you. It’s incredible what this author has accomplished and downright unbelievable at points. He is dedicated to his work and a great writer. He keeps you intrigued at every point while also teaching you valuable lessons from his own experiences. Overall one of the best books I’ve ever listened.