Deep Leadership

Today I’m joined by Gretchen Smith. Gretchen is the founder of Code of Vets, a military veterans’ charity that is focused on helping veterans in need. She is a passionate leader who has rallied thousands of people around the country to help veterans in crisis. She is making a real difference in the lives of veterans. She is a living example of the John Maxwell quote. “A great leader's courage to fulfill their vision comes from passion, not position.” Code of Vets Website Code of Vets on Twitter Code of Vets on Instagram _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I’m joined by Jack Riggins. Jack is a retired Navy Seal Commander and Co-founder of Performance Mountain, an organization that helps people, teams, and companies develop an elite mindset and a winning culture. He’s also the Host of "The Darkside of Elite" Podcast which is one of my favorites. Jack knows what it means to lead in a crisis and with everything that is going on in the world today, I’m excited to be able to get his perspective. The Dark Side of Elite Podcast The Dark Side of Elite Crew Jack Riggins on Twitter Jack Riggins on Instagram Performance Mountain _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, my guest is John Brubaker. John is a former college lacrosse coach who is now a leadership author, speaker, and executive coach. In this podcast, we talk about his award-winning leadership book called “Seeds of Success” and the impact that one leader can make in the world. This podcast is a reminder of how important leaders are in impacting the lives around us. John Brubaker's Website John Brubaker on Twitter John Brubaker's new book - Beyond Stadium Status _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, I'm joined by Montgomery Granger. Monty is a retired Army Major who was called into action to set up the Army medical facilities at Guantanamo Bay right after 9/11. He is the author of “Saving Grace at Guantanamo Bay: A Memoir of a Citizen Warrior” based on his personal experience. He understands the importance of crisis leadership so I was excited to have him on board to talk about leadership especially during events like 9/11 and the current COVID-19 outbreak. Montgomery Granger on Twitter Montgomery Granger Website _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, I'm joined by Stephanie Treece. Stephanie was one of the first women to serve as an officer on nuclear submarines. She was the Reactor Controls Officer and later the Damage Control Officer on the USS Florida, a nuclear powered guided missile submarine. She is a Qualified Submariner and a qualified Navy Nuclear Engineer. Listen in and learn about her unique groundbreaking leadership experience. _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, my guest is Chuck Whitworth, also known to many on Twitter as Chief Chuck. Chuck is a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer who served more than 24 years as a P-3 Flight Engineer. In his time in the Navy, he logged more than 5,000 hours in the sky. He came up through the enlisted ranks to become a Chief Petty Officer, one of the most important jobs in the Navy. Today we’re going to explore the unique roles and responsibilities of Chief Petty Officers and why they are so important in the U.S. Navy. Links to Chuck Whitworth: Chief Chuck on Twitter Ask the Chief on Twitter Chuck's Website _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I'm joined by Mitchell Boling. Mitch is a retired Air Force Senior Master Sergeant who spent 25 years working on fighter jets and leading the people who maintain these incredible machines. He is the author of “Leadership: A View from the Middle” which is an amazing book about leadership from a completely different perspective. If you're a leader or future leader, chances are you’re in the middle of your organization right now. You’re not going to want to miss this episode! Links to Mitchell Boling: Mbboling.com Leadership: A View from the Middle Book Mitchell Boling on Twitter Mitchell Boling on Instagram _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I'm joined by Pete Havel. Pete spent most of his career in the bare-knuckle work of politics where he worked as a lobbyist, a consultant, and an expert in crisis communications. But lately, his focus has been on office politics and the problem of toxic work environments. He is the author of “The Arsonist in the Office: Fireproofing Your Life Against Toxic Coworkers, Bosses, Employees, and Cultures.” Pete is an expert in dealing with the problem of toxic employees. Every leader needs to hear this message! Links to Pete Havel: Arsonistintheoffice.com PeteHavel.com Pete Havel on Twitter Pete Havel on Instagram _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I talk about the difference between Responsibility and Authority as well as how to balance them properly. You will learn what happens when you get this right and the problems that are created when you screw this up. _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I talk about the importance of the first 100 days as a new leader. I list 10 things every new leader should do. _____ Learn more about my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" here. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here. Follow me on: Twitter Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices