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Trapped in the Big Easy: Leadership Lessons Learned in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina

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Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from Dr. Ketchum’s book Trapped in the Big Easy, which details his experience in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina struck in August 2005. This passage describes the events of Thursday, September 1st, the fourth day after Katrina struck. It has been condensed and edited from the original version as it appears in the book. You can purchase your own copy of the book on Amazon. "It was near impossible to get any decent sleep. I woke up and gl...

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