What can 4 star generals and admirals teach us about leadership? Quite a lot! In this interview with Dr. Tom Collins, he reveals the four essential pillars of leadership. Character, Competence, Caring & Communication.
These apply whether you are in the military, medicine, manufacturing...or anywhere else.
Find out more about Dr. Collins on his podcast "The Science of Leadership" found wherever you are listening to this podcast.
Or linkedin.com/in/tomcollinsmd



Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Communication
02:51 The Science of Leadership Podcast
05:45 Research Insights from Four-Star Generals
08:41 The Four Pillars of Leadership
11:34 Character: The Foundation of Leadership
16:32 Competence: Knowing Your Craft
19:34 Caring: The Human Element in Leadership
23:19 Communication: The Key to Effective Leadership
26:54 Translating Military Leadership to Corporate Success
30:36 Outro 3-20-24.mp4

Takeaways
Effective communication is crucial in leadership.
Character is the foundation of trust in leadership.
Competence involves knowing your craft and leading effectively.
Caring for team members fosters a positive work environment.
Communication encompasses both verbal and non-verbal cues.
Change is often met with resistance due to fear of the unknown.
Leadership lessons can be learned from military leaders.
Setting clear expectations is vital for team success.
Leadership is about enabling others to succeed.
The four pillars of leadership are interrelated and essential.

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