How to Be Awesome at Your Job

096: Calm, Courage, and Command with Colonel Jill Morgenthaler

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Dec 14, 2016
Colonel Jill Morgenthaler, a groundbreaking military leader and author, shares her rich experiences from the battlefield to the corporate world. She recounts the nerve-wracking moments of facing Saddam Hussein and imparts vital leadership lessons on respect and confidence. Jill emphasizes the importance of staying calm under pressure, revealing techniques like controlled breathing. She also discusses resilience and leveraging personal storytelling to overcome biases, encouraging listeners to embrace challenges for growth.
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ADVICE

Control Emotions with Counting

  • Manage emotions under stress by activating your intellectual side.
  • Count backwards from a high number to regain composure and respond wisely.
ADVICE

Plan Multiple Courses of Action

  • Create several courses of action (plans) ahead for any project or crisis.
  • Knowing alternatives lets you adapt quickly and succeed when situations change.
ADVICE

Document Plans Visually

  • Use visual tools like whiteboards or outlines to map options and plans clearly.
  • Document plans so they’re accessible and not reliant on one person’s memory.
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