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What is Get Real Get Better?


Get Real Get Better (GRGB) is a Navy-wide call to action that empowers leaders at all levels to embrace proven leadership and problem-solving practices to drive exceptional performance. By fostering a culture of ownership and innovation, GRGB helps bridge the gap between high-performing teams and those needing improvement, ensuring consistent excellence across the fleet. Discover how this mindset strengthens our warfighting edge and prepares us for competition and combat.

Learn more about GRGB on our About Us page!

Key Focus Areas


The Get Real Get Better (GRGB) mindset is about adopting a belief system that values curiosity, continuous learning, and the pursuit of improvement. It challenges us to think and act differently, encouraging leaders to foster trust, identify root causes, and prioritize outcomes over activities. GRGB emphasizes adaptability and analytical rigor, urging teams to ask "why" and "how do we know" while striving to achieve excellence.

Mindset: Cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and a results-driven outlook to empower leaders and teams.

Behaviors: Driving success through measurable, actionable leadership practices that align with mission objectives.

This mindset isn't just about solving today's problems—it's about building the dynamic adaptability needed to excel in future challenges. Learn more about how GRGB transforms performance on the GRGB Overview Page.

Why Get Real Get Better Matters


The Get Real Get Better (GRGB) mindset is essential for driving excellence and sustaining the Navy's competitive edge in an evolving world. By fostering a culture of curiosity, adaptability, and continuous improvement, GRGB equips leaders and teams to identify and address challenges effectively. It shifts the focus from merely executing activities to achieving meaningful outcomes, ensuring readiness for both current and future demands.

GRGB is for the entire Navy workforce—uniformed and civilian alike. By adopting the GRGB mindset, we ensure our Navy is ready to meet current and future challenges with confidence and agility. GRGB matters because it empowers individuals at all levels to innovate, self-correct, and take ownership, building a resilient, high-performing organization capable of thriving in complex, dynamic environments.

Stay Connected


The Get Real Get Better (GRGB) team is here to support you in fostering a culture of excellence and adaptability. Whether you’re seeking guidance to tackle challenges, improve team performance, or implement innovative solutions, we’re ready to help. By working together, we can identify opportunities for growth, remove barriers, and empower your team to achieve exceptional results. Don’t hesitate to reach out—let us partner with you to drive success and ensure your team is prepared to excel in any mission.

Contact the GRGB team today and take the first step toward unlocking your full potential!

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