“A must-read for the global security professional of tomorrow”
What the Book Offers
Going Beyond Boundaries is more than a manual—it’s a leadership manifesto. Blending real-world case studies with razor-sharp strategic insight, the book explores:
- Ethics and integrity as cornerstones of leadership
- Crisis instincts and rapid decision-making under uncertainty
- Stakeholder and vendor trust management
- Innovation and frugality in risk operations
- Cross-cultural intelligence and virtual team building
- The convergence of cyber, physical, and brand reputational risks in today’s businesses
It also includes firsthand accounts of navigating politically sensitive environments, uncovering high-stakes internal fraud, and converting threats into transformation.
The book features a powerful foreword by D. Shivakumar, one of India’s most respected business leaders and thinkers. Shivakumar is the bestselling author of The CEO Mindset The Right Choice and The Art of Management (published by Penguin), and has held leadership roles at PepsiCo India, Nokia, and the Aditya Birla Group. In his foreword, he praises John Robert as “one of the best security VPs I have seen and worked with.”
With testimonials from global leaders at Bain & Company, Microsoft, Redhat, Zepto, and others, the book is positioned as essential reading for professionals in security, strategy, operations, compliance, and leadership development.
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The Launch of Going Beyond Boundaries
The book “Going Beyond Boundaries” was launched at Ukiyoto Publishing’s Solstice Annual Fest on 10 August 2025 in Mumbai. This grand event provided an ideal platform for the launch, where brilliant minds gathered to showcase powerful storytelling, thought leadership, and emerging literary voices. The launch featured an exclusive fireside chat with the author, including select reading excerpts and a preview of the book’s global campaign roll-out. Watch the fireside chat and explore the launch gallery
‘Going Beyond Boundaries’ at the OTA Library
On 17 August 2025, ‘Going Beyond Boundaries’ was presented to the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai, and added to its Library. This event marked a significant homecoming for John, an alumnus of OTA, where he developed the core values of leadership, resilience, and service. It is a great honor to see the book placed in the Academy, with the aspiration that it will inspire young officer cadets to lead with courage, character, and purpose.
Availability
“Available now in Paperback, Hardback, E-Book, and Audio Edition.”
Both physical (paperback/hardback) and e-book editions will be distributed globally in 7 languages, with corporate bulk orders and institutional rights available upon request.
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Book presentation
The book seeks to inspire the next generation to think bigger, act with courage, and move beyond self-imposed limits. The Honorable Chief Minister appreciated its leadership-focused message and expressed support for reaching a wider audience. With this encouragement, the Kannada edition will be released soon to connect more deeply with readers across Karnataka.
A proud moment today as my cousin A John Benadick presented the English edition of Going Beyond Boundaries to the Honorable Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri Siddaramaiah. Having been born and raised in Bengaluru, this recognition from my home state holds special meaning.