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My experience with leadership has taught me that forcing attention or actions in straightforward tasks might work temporarily, but for meaningful, complex objectives, it's far from effective. I've learned that real transformation, the kind involving challenging, intricate, or risky projects, can't be imposed from the top down. Instead, it demands genuine leadership to guide and inspire action. This critical insight is something I encountered in Jocko Willink's "Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win," which truly highlighted for me the difference between management and what is actual leadership. #Leadership #ManagingPeople #JockoWillink #ExtremeOwnership

A little Monday Motivation/Inspiration ... sharing recent updates to my "Keeper Quotes" list: On LEADERSHIP: From US Army Chief of Staff GEN Randy George [at a promotion ceremony]: * "always use your rank for good" * "always maintain your courage pushing through bureaucratic hurdles" * "always invest in leaders in your organization" On BUSINESS: From recent conversation with my Black & Veatch teammate Navin Kunde, Ph.D. : * "let's always be 'order-shapers,' not just 'order-takers.' #neverstoplearning #leadtoserve

Unconventional business ideas can disrupt industries, and unconventional leadership styles can revolutionize team performance. Bryan Powell shares lessons he learned from retired Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney that can help advisory teams reach new levels 👉 https://bit.ly/42tWp22 #JHI #JanusHenderson #BrighterFutureTogether #JHInsights #US #PracticeManagement #Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment

Leadership Vs Management?!? This is an age old debate, what is the difference between Leadership and Management? As I prepared to begin my time at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, I was posed this question in quite a (purposely) challenging briefing. So what do we think the differences are? Are they any?! Let me know what you think in the comments. #leadership #operationsmanagement #management #leadershipdevelopment #operationsoptimization

The 3 levels of leadership 1. Learn to lead yourself 2. Build followers 3. Develop future leaders So how are you doing with #3? What are you doing to develop the future or are you stuck on yourself? We at Culture Force help organization and leaders develop the next generation just like the Navy Seals. Thanks Kyle Buckett for sharing how the Navy Seals do it. https://lnkd.in/gNq2mfFG #culture #leadership

Leadership Lessons from the USS Merrimack In every organization, the impact of leadership on team performance cannot be overstated. Recently, the USS Merrimack faced a critical turning point when a key leader, our Chief E7, demonstrated behavior that undermined our core values, including an incident involving alcohol. The difficult decision to relieve him of his duties was not taken lightly. The aftermath was a profound learning experience for the entire crew. Leadership changes are challenging, but they also provide opportunities for growth and reaffirmation of our commitment to excellence and discipline. Post-transition, the divisions under the new leadership flourished, showing remarkable improvements in morale and performance. This change underscored the importance of aligning leaders who uphold our values and inspire their teams. This experience has reinforced a crucial lesson: the right leadership can transform an entire team. As we continue to navigate the complexities of serving in the Navy, let's remember the importance of integrity and the impact it has on our effectiveness as a force. #Leadership #NavyLife #Teamwork #Integrity #ProfessionalGrowth

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If you missed SEAcom: Study of enterprise agility community 2023, you missed a brilliant talk from Eugene Ligale. Eugene shares lessons he learnt in the Navy, the benefits of disruptive thinkers and his 3 key takeaways of leadership. https://lnkd.in/gKWDPZfb #leadership #lessonsinleadership

A Village’s Plea to the Marines – Simon Sinek on Leadership and Compassion Simon Sinek recounts a powerful story of a village pleading for help from the Marines, highlighting the role of compassion in leadership. Learn how leaders can make difficult decisions while still maintaining empathy and humanity. Hashtags: #LeadershipAndCompassion #SimonSinek #EmpatheticLeadership #MilitaryStories #LeadershipLessons #thrivetribe247 Keywords: Simon Sinek leadership, village plea to Marines, compassionate leadership, empathy in decision-making, military leadership stories, leadership with humanity, Simon Sinek leadership lessons

The acronym VUCA, originally developed by the U.S. military, denotes volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous environments. Monroe Community College has adopted initiatives, such as Maxwell Leadership training, to shift to a VUCA Prime environment to create a supportive and innovative institutional culture. The college is empowering its leaders to embrace psychological safety, continuous learning, and leadership development that fosters innovation and risk-taking. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gHRJY5DX #CommunityCollegeInnovation