Jul 14, 2020 · 54 min
In this episode we discuss: - Why he joined the Army - What was appealing about joining the Special Forces - Talking through the selection course- what that involved - Where does motivation come from - Why conviction is important for self-leadership - Talking with conviction and believing in what you are speaking about - Good leaders vs bad leaders - Importance of emotional intelligence for leaders - Different leadership styles - Some of the great leaders he has worked with and been led by - Cameron Baird VC - Why trust is an integral part of leadership - The definition of leadership - Why it is important to stick to the mission - Why the mission is bigger than the individuals - Differences between the military and corporate world - Why humility and vulnerability are key components of great leadership - The importance of being human as a leader - Leadability vs Likability - Being decisive as a leader - Leadership can be trained - Being proactive as a leader - Learning from your mistakes as a leader - The importance of constantly reviewing