Hey, Umer here!
Welcome back to Life Sized Voices—
where we go beyond the pages and into the stories behind the books.
This week, I sat down with James “JD” Davis—
retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel, leadership coach,
and founder of ECube Leadership Services.
After 24 years of military service—
spanning combat zones, university classrooms, and high-level command—
JD learned that leadership is less about power and more about presence.
His upcoming book, Command and Chivalry, is a culmination of those lessons:
a guide to leading with strength, self-awareness, and service.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I lead well without losing who I am?”—
this is the conversation you’ll want to hear.
The Spark
Some stories demand to be told.
For JD, the idea for a book had been in his heart for years—
but it wasn’t until recently that he decided to sit down and write it.
After decades of shaping young cadets and leading troops across the globe,
he realized that leadership isn’t just learned through manuals—
it’s passed down through stories.
This book is his way of giving back—
of capturing the wins, the lessons, and the hard truths that shaped him,
so the next generation of leaders can be better equipped.
Inside the Pages
Command and Chivalry is a leadership book—
but it’s also a memoir, a mentor, and a challenge.
✔ It’s about making decisions under pressure—with honor.
✔ It’s about holding yourself accountable before holding others to a standard.
✔ And it’s about balancing grit with grace—especially when lives (and legacies) are on the line.
The book isn’t out yet—
but it’s already starting conversations around
what leadership should look like in today’s world.
Founder’s Note – Umer Farooque
The best books don’t just tell stories—they teach something real.
They leave you changed.
Working with JD on Command and Chivalry has been an honor.
His voice is calm, commanding, and full of clarity—
the kind you want in a leader, and the kind we all need more of.
This is just the beginning.
His book will be out soon—and when it is,
I know it’ll find its way into the hands of the people who need it most.
Best,
Umer
Your Story Starts Here
What’s one leadership lesson that’s shaped who you are today?
Comment below and share—I’d love to hear it.
Every great book starts with an idea.
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