How to Lead Like a General At The Pentagon – Max Stitzer’s Brutally Honest Advice | TALK4 EP 157

10/07/2025 1h 0min Temporada 1 Episodio 157

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Episode Synopsis

In episode 157 of the Talk4 Podcast, Louis Skupien welcomes Retired Brigadier General Max Stitzer, a veteran U.S. Air Force leader with over 30 years of service spanning combat deployments, Pentagon leadership, and cutting-edge defense innovation.In this episode, Max shares his unlikely journey from enlisting with only a high school diploma to becoming a general officer. He discusses the challenges of military bureaucracy, the role of leadership in building effective teams, and how the U.S. can strengthen its defense industrial base by collaborating more efficiently with the private sector.Listeners will hear Max’s insights on innovation, integrity, mentorship, and the power of saying yes to difficult tasks. This conversation is packed with wisdom for current and aspiring leaders in military, business, or public service.

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