From military leader to podcast pioneer

24/06/2024 41 min Episodio 204

                    From military leader to podcast pioneer

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Episode Synopsis


Join us as we sit down with Simon, a former Canadian Armed Forces veteran turned leadership expert and podcast host. Simon shares his unique journey from infantry to aircraft maintenance to institutional leadership, and how he's now helping emerging leaders across all professions.
Key Points:

Simon's 26-year career in the Canadian Armed Forces
Transition from military service to leadership mentoring 
The creation of "Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front"
Applying military leadership principles to business
Importance of active listening and community building

Topics Covered:

Valuable lessons from emerging leaders
Most impactful stories from the Trench Leadership podcast
Essential tools for effective leadership
Overcoming lack of self-belief
Translating military leadership skills to civilian sectors 
The role of active listening in building strong communities
Advice for making a major career shift
How personal passions contribute to leadership development
The importance of self-honesty in leadership
It's never too late to start your leadership journey
Simon's future goals and aspirations 

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