Top Voice Tuesday: Lessons in Leadership with General David Petraeus

20/08/2025 58 min Temporada 1 Episodio 30
Top Voice Tuesday: Lessons in Leadership with General David Petraeus

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Episode Synopsis

Join us for an incredibly special episode of Top Voice Tuesday as we delve into the concept of leadership with the highly esteemed General David Petraeus. General Petraeus shares insights from his 37-year military career, including leading the surge in Iraq, serving as the director of the CIA, and his work with global investment firm KKR. He discusses his four strategic tasks of leadership, the importance of getting the big ideas right, fostering a culture of learning, and empowering team members. If you're a leader at any level looking to enhance your leadership skills and strategic thinking, this episode is a must-watch.Timestamp Breakdown:00:00 Start00:20 General David Petraeus' Background and Achievements01:50 Early Career and Leadership Insights03:00 Strategic Leadership and Military Operations04:47 LinkedIn Presence and Non-Political Stance09:00 Four Tasks of a Strategic Leader20:03 Big Ideas in Leadership and Business29:35 The Importance of Metrics in Change Management30:02 Handling Disagreement and Tension in Organizations31:08 The Role of Contrarians in Leadership33:01 Creating a Culture of Learning and Initiative34:51 Adapting Leadership Styles to Individual Needs38:55 Empowering Teams in Complex Environments46:17 Applying Strategic Leadership in Personal Life54:19 Advice for Aspiring Leaders

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