Adapt, Lead, Succeed!
EXTREME LEADERSHIP
The Principles of Growth and Leadership
What does it take to build a career, a business, and a life that withstands every challenge thrown your way?
This isn’t a book about overnight success. It’s about the grind. The setbacks. The moments where everything falls apart—and the choices that turn failure into fuel.
From leading in high-stakes military operations to scaling businesses, navigating career shifts, and learning the hard way about money, leadership, and resilience, this book lays it all out. No fluff. No sugarcoating. Just the real lessons forged in the fire of experience.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone looking to take control of your own path, these lessons will give you the mindset and strategies to build something that lasts. Because real success isn’t about luck—it’s about what you do when things go wrong.
Featured in the Woburn Daily Times
I’m humbled to share that Extreme Leadership was recently featured on the front page of the Woburn Daily Times. To have my first book recognized in the very community where I grew up is both an honor and a reminder of how far the journey has come.
The editorial highlighted the lessons and stories that make up Extreme Leadership—from my time as an Airman and Soldier to my work as a business leader—and how those experiences can help others learn to adapt, persevere, and thrive in the face of challenges. For me, being on the front page wasn’t just about celebrating a milestone as an author, but about bringing my story back to the place that shaped me.
It’s easy to forget where the roots of resilience and discipline are planted. Seeing my book tied to Woburn in this way felt like a full-circle moment—linking the values instilled in me early on to the mission I carry forward today.
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Family Roots: Aunt Anna Mae & Uncle Louie
What made this feature truly special was the inclusion of my Aunt Anna Mae and Uncle Louie, owners of Louie’s Pizza in Woburn. Growing up, Louie’s wasn’t just a pizza shop—it was a training ground for life. It’s where I learned the value of showing up, working hard, competing with pride, and taking responsibility.
Under their guidance, I got my first glimpse of what it meant to lead and be accountable. The lessons I picked up in that family business carried forward into my military career and later into entrepreneurship. Hard work wasn’t optional—it was expected. Resilience wasn’t a word—it was a way of life. And community wasn’t something you talked about—it was something you built every day.
Including Aunt Anna Mae and Uncle Louie in the Woburn Daily Times article wasn’t just about honoring them—it was about recognizing the role family plays in shaping leaders. Their influence is woven into who I am, and their story is inseparable from the leadership lessons I now share with others through Extreme Leadership.
Featured in the Windham Independent
Local resident and veteran Dr. Johnny Kula was recently featured on the front page of the Windham Independent for the release of his new book, Extreme Leadership.
“Real leadership isn’t about being perfect,” Kula said. “It’s about showing up when it’s hard, owning your failure, and making bold decisions when the pressure is on.”
Drawing on his experience as an Army officer and entrepreneur, Kula blends military principles with the adaptability of business leadership. Extreme Leadership delivers practical lessons for leading under pressure and turning adversity into opportunity.
The book is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle, with signed copies at JohnnyKula.com.
Dr. Kula is developing future projects on building high-performing teams and helping veterans transition into civilian leadership roles. His mission: inspire others to act, persevere, and lead with integrity.
About
Dr. Johnny Kula
What separates those who lead from those who follow?
For over three decades, Dr. Johnny Kula lived the answer—through military operations, business ventures, and personal trials that tested everything. From high-stakes missions in the Army to building and scaling multimillion-dollar companies, his path has been shaped by failure, resilience, and a relentless drive to adapt.
This book is not a theory. It’s a playbook.
Inside, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to lead through crisis, chaos, and career transitions.
✔️ Why failure isn’t the end—it’s the starting line for growth.
✔️ How to build businesses, teams, and wealth that last.
✔️ The mindset shifts that turn setbacks into fuel for success.
This is the guide for anyone ready to level up—whether you’re leading in the military, in business, or in your own life. No shortcuts. No excuses. Just results.
Dr. Johnny Kula is a veteran, entrepreneur, and business leader who has built several successful companies across multiple industries. With over 30 years of experience in leadership, operations, and strategy, he knows what it takes to win—on the battlefield and in the boardroom.
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Book Launched - 7 August 2025
Extreme Leadership has officially launched!
In its first week, hundreds of copies were sold, and the book even made the front page of the Woburn Daily Times.
In Extreme Leadership, Dr. Johnny Kula delivers a powerful blend of lessons forged from both the battlefield and the boardroom. Packed with real-world experiences—both successes and hard-fought setbacks—this book is a raw, unfiltered look at what it truly takes to lead under pressure.
Grab your copy today and dive into a guide built on grit, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
