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Elevate with Robert Glazer
General Stanley McChrystal On Character In Leadership
Today's guest, General Stanley McChrystal, is a retired four-star general, former commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan, and former commander of Joint Special Operations Command. He is the founder of the McChrystal Group, a senior fellow at Yale University, and the author of several New York Times bestselling books, including his latest, On Character: Choices That Define A Life. General McChrystal joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about character in leadership and much more. Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Mizzen & Main: mizzenandmain...
2025-10-21
58 min
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
234. Need to Know: Lead With Transparency, Character, and Silence
When it comes to leading a team, there’s no such thing as too much information.Good leadership is about good communication. And for General Stanley McChrystal, that means creating a culture of free-flowing information: “The goal is to have everyone know everything all the time,” he says.McChrystal is a retired four-star general, former commander of US and international forces in Afghanistan, and a renowned leadership expert. In his experience building cohesive teams in complex environments, he’s discovered that successful teams are built on a “shared consciousness [where] all have a common contextual...
2025-10-07
25 min
Freedom Pact | Joseph and Lewis
#388: General Stanley McChrystal - America Could Face Civil War
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal and Joe discuss modern times, the potential of civil war, how civil war could start in America, who really holds decision-making power in the US, America's role in global affairs, and more.Buy General McChrystal's book: ‘On Character’ Here: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/about/books/detail/2025/01/04/on-character--choices-that-define-a-life00:00 - These Are Dangerous Times03:54 - Risk In Modern Society07:14 - A Power Outage Could Spark Civil War10:13 - We've Lost Personal & Institutional Character15:43 - How...
2025-09-12
52 min
Above The Business
Episode 495: Recast of General Stanley McChrystal - Risk: A User's Guide
In this special recast episode, host Bradley Hamney revisits one of his most memorable interviews from the Above The Business podcast archives. Originally recorded several years ago, this conversation with retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal remains as relevant and impactful as ever. This recast episode offers timeless wisdom from a legendary leader that's just as valuable today as when it was first recorded.Bradley admits this was "by far the most nervous I have ever been on a podcast" - and for good reason. General McChrystal literally reported to the President of the United States and is...
2025-09-08
48 min
Building Excellence
General Stanley McChrystal - Retired Four Star Army General & CEO McChrystal Group On Character, Risk, & Leadership
#226: General Stanley McChrystal, a retired four-star general, is best known for his leadership as commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan and as head of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), where he reshaped counterterrorism efforts and interagency collaboration. Over his decorated military career, he commanded elite units such as the 75th Ranger Regiment and spent more than six years deployed to combat following 9/11. In 2009, he was appointed Commander of U.S. Forces Afghanistan and NATO ISAF, leading over 150,000 troops from 45 allied nations until his retirement from the Army in 2010.After retiring from military service...
2025-08-25
56 min
The Daily Stoic
Your Character Defines Your Life | General Stanley McChrystal (PT. 2)
The test of character is simple: what do you do when you have nothing to lose… or everything? Ryan and General Stanley McChrystal continue their conversation about what true leadership demands, why “later” never comes, how parenting tests your values, and the lessons McChrystal carried into life after the military.General McChrystal is a retired United States Army general best known for his command of Joint Special Operations Command in the mid-2000s. He established a consultancy firm, McChrystal Group, in 2011 and advises senior executives at multinational corporations on navigating complex change and building strong...
2025-08-23
53 min
The Russell Moore Show
General Stanley McChrystal on Character
What does it mean to have character in a world that doesn’t care? Or even worse: platforms and incentivizes a LACK of character? If anyone should know, it’s a retired four-star General whose career ended in resignation. In this episode, Russell talks with General Stanley McChrystal, former commander of U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan and author of On Character: Choices That Define a Life. They discuss the Rolling Stone article that ended McChrystal’s military career, why his wife’s single-word reaction changed the trajectory of his life, and how character is shaped...
2025-08-20
51 min
The Daily Stoic
The Hard Truth About Character | General Stanley McChrystal (PT. 1)
We control who we are. We control what we do. We control the standards we hold ourselves to. Ryan sits down with retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal to talk about the thing that makes or breaks every person: character. They explain what character actually is, why discipline matters more than raw talent, and how great leaders can lose their way.General McChrystal is a retired United States Army general best known for his command of Joint Special Operations Command in the mid-2000s. He established a consultancy firm, McChrystal Group, in 2011 and advises senior executives at multinational...
2025-08-20
45 min
Today is the Day Changemakers
General Stanley McChrystal's Biggest Leadership Secret: Character Over Credentials
Send us a textWelcome to the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast. General Stanley McChrystal, retired four-star general, leadership expert, and bestselling author - has appeared on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Face the Nation, Amanpour and Company on PBS, and countless other news programs. In this exclusive conversation, he shares his biggest leadership lesson: why character over credentials should be the standard in how we lead, hire, and live. His new book is called On Character: Choices That Define a Life.We talk about:Why character matters more...
2025-08-13
1h 05
HOW Conversations
General Stanley McChrystal, Army, Retired
[Archive Interview from Dec 17, 2020]Moral leaders must have a strong sense of purpose and must be willing to put personal desires aside to achieve shared goals, says retired General Stanley McChrystal. “Things only matter if they link to a purpose that we've all looked at and we've all accepted, and we are committed to. As a leader I have to keep pointing where we want to be going,” Stan told Dana H. Born, HOW Institute Fellow on this episode of HOW Conversations. The two also discussed transparent leadership, being intentional within leadership and moral decision making...
2025-07-23
29 min
The Leadership Podcast
On Character with General Stanley McChrystal
In this Mastermind episode of The Leadership Podcast, General Stanley McChrystal returns for a third conversation—his most personal and revealing appearance yet. Stan discusses the defining choices in his life, the moments that shaped his character, and the values that continue to guide his leadership. He talks about how his parents influenced his values through action, not words, and how his mother's sudden death when he was sixteen changed the trajectory of his life and family. Stan shares his experience including near-expulsion from West Point, and another in his early Special Forces days when he learned that trying to be...
2025-06-18
45 min
The Burn Bag Podcast
Ret. General Stanley McChrystal on Character, Fear, Leadership, Polarization, and More
In this episode, A’ndre speaks with retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal, former commander of Joint Special Operations Command and the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan. Widely recognized for revolutionizing modern counterinsurgency strategy and interagency counterterrorism operations, McChrystal reflects on a lifetime of leadership, failure, resilience, and personal growth through the lens of his new book, On Character: Choices That Define a Life.The conversation begins with McChrystal’s reflections on the defining moment of his resignation from the military and how it reshaped his understanding of identity, accountability, and integrity. He speaks candidly abou...
2025-06-09
55 min
Freedom Pact | Joseph and Lewis
#378: General Stanley McChrystal - 4 Star U.S General On Character, Jan 6th, Civil War & WW3
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star U.S. Army General and former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal and Joe discuss character, the events of January 6th, wether there is potential for a civil war in America, what the future of warfare will look like, World War 3 & More.Timestamps:0:00 Resigning In The Oval Office08:10 Showing Character In Times of Crisis13:30 Discipline 19:50 Character & Convictions24:30 January 6th Riots29:35 Are America Headed For Civil War?34:40 Capturing Saddam Hussein38:00 World War 343:40 The British SAS47:20 What Makes An Elite Soldier49:30 Connect With Gen. McChrystalBuy ‘On Ch...
2025-06-08
50 min
The Mentors Radio Show
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U.S...
2025-05-24
43 min
Be Your Best Self – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
HR – Human Resources issues – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Stick to Your Principles – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Leadership – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Branding – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Team-building – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Reach Your Full Potential – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Make a Difference! – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Career and Job transition – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Ethical Leadership – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
Show Notes – The Mentors Radio
426. General Stanley McChrystal explains why WHO we become means more than WHAT we become, with Host Dan Hesse
In this episode of The Mentors Radio, host Dan Hesse talks with General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Army General (Ret.), Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, Leader of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), co-founder and CEO of McChrystal Group, and noted, best-selling author of several books. A one-of-a-kind leader with a new perspective on collaboration and teamwork, General Stan McChrystal is known for helping organizations tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Following thirty-four years of service in the U.S. Army—including as commander of U...
2025-05-24
43 min
From The Green Notebook
On Character with General Stanley McChrystal
Send us a textIn this powerful conversation, retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal joins Joe to discuss his new book, On Character: Choices That Define a Life. Drawing from decades of military leadership and personal reflection, General McChrystal breaks down why character is more than just a word—it's a daily practice rooted in conviction and discipline.In this episode, they explore:Why journaling would have made him a better leaderA practical method he used to align his time with his priorities in AfghanistanHow reading shaped his thinking both in and out of uniformThe su...
2025-05-23
29 min
All Things Negotiation
Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal: What War Taught Me About Resolving Conflict
In this episode, we are honored to have a conversation with General Stanley McChrystal, a legendary military leader. We delve deep into his thoughts on the importance of negotiation in the military, his experiences leading JSOC operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the crucial role of character in leadership. General McChrystal shares valuable insights from his new book, 'On Character: Choices That Define a Life,' and discusses the intricate art of negotiation, from dealing with heads of state to commanding elite special forces, and the value of relationships in both military and civilian spheres.
2025-05-20
1h 12
This Is the Author
S10 E20: Manny Arango, Dr. Emily Anhalt, and General Stanley McChrystal
In this episode, meet self-described “bible nerd” Manny Arango, clinical psychologist Dr. Emily Anhalt, and retired four-star United States Army general General Stanley McChrystal. Hear Manny Arango on addressing modern anxieties through bible study, Dr. Emily Anhalt on what it means to do “emotional push-ups,” and General Stanley McChrystal on how recording his audiobook spurred new reflections on the writing process. Crushing Chaos by Manny Arango https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/760932/crushing-chaos-by-manny-arango/9780593950357/ Flex Your Feelings by Dr. Emily Anhalt https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/743602/flex-your-feelings-by-dr-emily-anhalt/9798217019496/ On Character by General Stanley McChrystal https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/767689/on-character-by-general-stanley-mcchrystal/9798217080403/
2025-05-20
21 min
Masters of Scale
The one trait every leader needs today, with General Stanley McChrystal
Amid polarization, AI disruption, and eroding trust in institutions, retired four-star general, Stanley McChrystal, argues that what leaders need now more than ever, is character. Head of the business consulting firm McChrystal Group, Gen. McChrystal returns to Rapid Response to discuss his new book on the subject of character. From AI ethics and modern warfare to hot-button issues like Signalgate and transgender service in the military, McChrystal explains why character is the foundation of lasting leadership. Drawing from decades of experience, he urges today’s leaders to start standing up for what matters and “be not afraid”. More det...
2025-05-13
28 min
Rapid Response
The one trait every leader needs today, with General Stanley McChrystal
Amid polarization, AI disruption, and eroding trust in institutions, retired four-star general, Stanley McChrystal, argues that what leaders need now more than ever, is character. Head of the business consulting firm McChrystal Group, Gen. McChrystal returns to Rapid Response to discuss his new book on the subject of character. From AI ethics and modern warfare to hot-button issues like Signalgate and transgender service in the military, McChrystal explains why character is the foundation of lasting leadership. Drawing from decades of experience, he urges today’s leaders to start standing up for what matters and “be not afraid”.Visit t...
2025-05-13
28 min
Embrace This Thought-Provoking Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.
On Character by General Stanley McChrystal
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/95622to listen full audiobooks. Title: On Character Author: General Stanley McChrystal Narrator: General Stanley McChrystal Format: mp3 Length: 8 hrs and 19 mins Release date: 05-13-25 Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 73 ratings Genres: Motivation & Self-Improvement Publisher's Summary: How to measure a life? After a career of service, retired four-star general Stanley McChrystal had much to contemplate. He pondered his successes and failures, his beliefs and aspirations, and asked himself, Who am I, really? And more importantly, who have I become? When I die, how will I be measured? In the end, McChrystal came to a conclusion...
2025-05-13
8h 19
The Daily Show: Ears Edition
Trump Thanks Qatar for Their Generous Jet Bribe & Accidentally Does a Socialism | General Stanley McChrystal
After Trump teased an upcoming "big announcement" last week, Jon Stewart contemplates what news Americans are supposed to be so psyched for: the possible suspension of d]cess, Trump's appointment of Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as D.C. district attorney, Qatar's $400 million luxury jet "gift" for Trump, or lower prices on the "fat shot drug"? Retired four-star general who served 34 years in the U.S. Army, General Stanley McChrystal, sits down with Jon to discuss his book "On Character: Choices that Define a Life." They talk about leading a national conversation on character, employing empathy in...
2025-05-13
39 min
The Hopeful Majority with Manu Meel
#75 Spec Ops General on Leadership Ft. General Stanley McChrystal
How can we incorporate leadership skills into bridge building? What can we learn from a former spec ops general's 'Team of Teams' framework? Join us this week as Manu sits down with General Stanley McChrystal to receive a crash course in leadership skills!General McChrystal's info:Twitter: / Gen_McChrystalMcChrystal group website: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/about/PODCAST INFO: Website: thehopefulmajority.comSpotify: spoti.fi/42GYjecApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajorityInstagram...
2024-12-09
52 min
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
Better Leadership via Failure: General Stanley McChrystal
[Encore release] General Stanley McChrystal was born into a military family: three generations of men in his family were officers in the armed forces. He followed the family tradition and eventually rose up the ranks to become a General in the Army. While serving as the commander of Allied Forces in Afghanistan in 2010, he was forced to resign after he was quoted making disparaging remarks about President Obama. It was in the wake of this moment that General McChrystal learned the full value of leadership. In this conversation from 2020, the General reflects on the very specific lessons of leadership he...
2024-10-23
52 min
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
Better Leadership via Failure: General Stanley McChrystal
[Encore release] General Stanley McChrystal was born into a military family: three generations of men in his family were officers in the armed forces. He followed the family tradition and eventually rose up the ranks to become a General in the Army. While serving as the commander of Allied Forces in Afghanistan in 2010, he was forced to resign after he was quoted making disparaging remarks about President Obama. It was in the wake of this moment that General McChrystal learned the full value of leadership. In this conversation from 2020, the General reflects on the very specific lessons of leadership he...
2024-10-23
52 min
Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan
Sen. Tom Cotton, Ret. General Stanley McChrystal, Gov. Larry Hogan, Lt. General HR McMaster
This week on Face the Nation, tensions in the Middle East escalate after Israel assassinates the head of Hezbollah. We hear from Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton as he makes his case for former President Trump’s foreign policy agenda.. Former Trump National Security Advisor General HR McMaster discusses the US’s role in foreign conflicts …then, Retired US Army General Stanley McChrystal tells us why he’s endorsing Vice President Harris… Plus, we'll get the latest on the flooding and devastation following Hurricane Helene, the monster storm that swept through southeastern states from FEMA Administrator Deanne Chriswell. Finally, Former Maryland G...
2024-09-29
50 min
The Tim Ferriss Show
#761: General Stanley McChrystal and Liv Boeree
This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited.The episode features segments from episode #86 "General Stan McChrystal on Eating One Meal Per Day, Special Ops, and Mental Toughness" and #611 "Liv Boeree, Poker and Life — Core Strategies, Turning $500 into $1.7M, Cage Dancing, Game Theory, and Metaphysical Curiosities" Please enjoy!Sponsors:AG1 all...
2024-08-07
2h 08
Disrupt Yourself Podcast with Whitney Johnson
380 ENCORE General Stanley McChrystal: How To Strengthen Your Risk Immune System And Stop Imagining The Worst
Risk is all around us. It's baked into everything we do, into every day of our lives, a feeling that danger – and loss – lurks around every corner. It's even baked into our brains, back when we were scanning every branch and every bush for something that wanted to eat us. So now that our world is much more than just the forest floor, how are we managing modern-day risk? This July 4th weekend, we're celebrating almost 250 years of America's history – and how often the country took on all kinds of risks, and came out on top. In that s...
2024-07-05
42 min
Master of Life Awareness 🧠
"Team of Teams" by General Stanley McChrystal - Book PReview - New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World
Team of Teams by General Stanley McChrystal and his colleagues show how the challenges they faced in Iraq can be relevant to countless businesses, nonprofits, and organizations today. In periods of unprecedented crisis, leaders need practical management practices that can scale to thousands of people—and fast. By giving small groups the freedom to experiment and share what they learn across the entire organization, teams can respond more quickly, communicate more freely, and make better and faster decisions. New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World "Team o...
2024-05-22
20 min
Ambition and Grit
Four Star Leadership with General Stanley McChrystal
Join us for an insightful conversation on ambition, grit, and resilience with General Stanley McChrystal, as he shares valuable lessons from his distinguished military career and transition to civilian life. From facing adversity on the battlefield to navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, General McChrystal offers profound insights into cultivating a culture of perseverance and teamwork. Don't miss this engaging episode of "Ambition & Grit" hosted by Dave Liniger.==========================Connect with Dave:===========================Website ➡︎ https://daveliniger.comFacebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/DaveLLinigerLinkedIn ➡︎ https://linkedin.com/company/davelinigerofficial/Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/davelinigerofficial/
2024-04-22
16 min
Elevate with Robert Glazer
Elevate Classics: General Stanley McChrystal on Risk, Leadership and More
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star general, the former commander of US and International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan, and former commander of Joint Special Operations Command, America’s premier military counter-terrorism force. General McChrystal is also the founder of the McChrystal Group, a senior fellow at Yale University, and the author of several New York Times bestselling books including Leaders: Myth & Reality and his most recent book Risk: A User’s Guide.On this classic episode of the Elevate Podcast, General McChrystal joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss how to assess risk...
2024-03-26
1h 00
THRIVE, a Paychex Business Podcast
Retired 4-Star General Stanley McChrystal: From Military to Business Leadership
Retired Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal says at the core of good leadership is communication and clear direction, whether commanding troops in battle or leading your team on a business project. He speaks with host Gene Marks on the Paychex THRIVE podcast about good leadership qualities such as self-discipline, adjusting your approach as you gain more experience, getting your hands in the mix regardless of title, and surrounding yourself with people whose skillsets and thought processes augment yours – not duplicate them. Topics Include: 00:00: Opening quote on leadership 01:01: Introduction of General Stanley McChrystal 02:19: Dis...
2024-01-23
31 min
Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais
Four-Star General: Leadership Tactics from Battlefields to Boardrooms | General Stanley McChrystal
What does leadership look like in the middle of a war zone—one of the most dynamic, agile, and consequential environments on the planet? General Stanley McChrystal knows intimately what it’s like – and is committed to teaching his hard-earned leadership insights to others. Heading up the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), he led the U.S. military’s most elite special ops teams against Al-Qaeda in Iraq, and from there was commissioned to command the war on terror in Afghanistan.That mission in itself is treacherous… and General McChrystal also crashed head-on with a political c...
2024-01-10
1h 11
The Centre for Army Leadership Podcast
Episode 10 - General Stanley McChrystal
We are honoured to be joined by General Stanley McChrystal in this week's episode. The former US four star general and JSOC Commander, General Stan was described as “one of America’s greatest warriors” by Secretary of Defence Robert Gates. In this episode he talks openly to us about some of the mistakes he has made throughout his career and what he learnt from them. He discusses the necessity for leaders to have humility and the concept of followership, specifically highlighting the strength of the British Non-Commissioned Officer. General Stan also unpacks his 'team of teams' approach and shares with u...
2023-08-03
1h 01
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
General Stanley McChrystal
General Stanley McChrystal was born into a military family: three generations of men in his family were officers in the armed forces. He followed the family tradition and eventually rose up the ranks to become a General in the Army. While serving as the commander of Allied Forces in Afghanistan in 2010, he was forced to resign after he was quoted making disparaging remarks about President Obama. It was in the wake of this moment that General McChrystal learned the value of leadership. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-08-02
52 min
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
General Stanley McChrystal
General Stanley McChrystal was born into a military family: three generations of men in his family were officers in the armed forces. He followed the family tradition and eventually rose up the ranks to become a General in the Army. While serving as the commander of Allied Forces in Afghanistan in 2010, he was forced to resign after he was quoted making disparaging remarks about President Obama. It was in the wake of this moment that General McChrystal learned the value of leadership. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-08-02
52 min
Burn the Boats
General Stanley McChrystal: “It Could Happen Here”
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star general and former commander of the Joint Special Operations Command who led counter-insurgency operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.In this episode, General McChrystal discusses the weaknesses in American democracy, and how insurgents within our country are using them to erode democracy. He also warns against dismissing these threats:“There is an idea that it can't happen here, that our society can't break down, that we can't have an autocratic dictator. We sure could. And we'd have a lot of Americans who would fa...
2023-06-06
41 min
Elevate with Robert Glazer
General Stanley McChrystal on Evaluating Risk, Leadership and More
ABOUT GENERAL STANLEY MCCHRYSTALGeneral Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star general, the former commander of US and International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan, and former commander of Joint Special Operations Command, America’s premier military counter-terrorism force.General McChrystal is also the founder of the McChrystal Group, a senior fellow at Yale University, and the author of several New York Times bestselling books including Leaders: Myth & Reality and his most recent book Risk: A User’s Guide.General McChrystal joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss how to assess risk...
2022-12-27
1h 14
Disrupt Yourself Podcast with Whitney Johnson
ENCORE-General Stanley McChrystal: The Biggest Risk to You Is Yourself
Sometimes the business landscape can be a battlefield, but this week's guest puts all that in perspective. General Stanley McChrystal is a highly decorated U.S. Army veteran who is no stranger to real battlefields. He's a retired four-star general, and commanded an enormous contingent of U.S. forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. He's also an avid student of history, who acutely observes how the great successes and failures of the past are so deeply intertwined with risk management. His latest book is called Risk: A User's Guide, and it documents the unsuspecting factors that und...
2022-12-06
42 min
The Burn Bag Podcast
Best of: General Stanley McChrystal Applies the Risk Guidebook to Afghanistan
In this "Best of" episode from November 2021, A'ndre and Ryan speak to retired Four Star General Stanley McChrystal about his new book Risk: A User's Guide, applying the principles of risk management to the War in Afghanistan -- a situation the General is very familiar with. We ask General McChrystal to discuss what he defines as the 'Risk Immune System', and to explain the 'Risk Control Factors' that he outlines in the book. General McChrystal, famed for creating a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan, applies those Risk Control Factors to the situation in Afghanistan, talking about how factors such a...
2022-12-01
1h 04
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The Praetorians by Jean Lartéguy, General Stanley McChrystal - foreword, Xan Fielding - translator
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/146126to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Praetorians Author: Jean Lartéguy, General Stanley McChrystal - foreword, Xan Fielding - translator Narrator: Paul Woodson Format: mp3 Length: 13 hrs and 28 mins Release date: 10-11-22 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 8 ratings Genres: Political Publisher's Summary: Based on the events of May 1958 in France and Algeria, The Praetorians picks up in the footsteps of The Centurions, which was called "a stunning reflection of modern war" by Stanley McChrystal. After turning to tactics of guerilla warfare, a group of French paratroopers serving in the Algerian War is called to a...
2022-10-11
1h 28
The Intel by Auror: Retail Crime Intelligence Podcast
General Stanley McChrystal: Defeating networks with networks
During the war against Al Qaeda in Iraq, General Stanley McChrystal had a realization. Conventional, bureaucratic tactics used by the United States military were failing against an enemy that was more agile and decentralized. So, he flipped the way the US operations were being run to a trust-based model with decentralized decision-making and teams that were empowered by information and intelligence. As a result, he and his team were credited with the death of the leader of Al Qaeda in Iraq at that time. In the first episode of The Intel by Auror podcast series...
2022-09-28
44 min
Elevate with Robert Glazer
General Stanley McChrystal on Risk, Leadership Qualities, Propaganda and Ukraine
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star general, the former commander of US and International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan, and former commander of Joint Special Operations Command, America’s premier military counter-terrorism force.General McChrystal is also the founder of the McChrystal Group, a senior fellow at Yale University, and the author of several New York Times bestselling books including Leaders: Myth & Reality and his most recent book Risk: A User’s Guide.General McChrystal joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss how to assess risk, core qualities of leadership he look...
2022-05-10
1h 14
A Healthier Future
General Stanley McChrystal (Ret.) On Changing Perception of Risk
What does it mean to be a leader in the modern world?All leaders must contend with challenges and risks, but how you deal with them can set good leaders apart from great ones. Someone who knows this all too well is retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal.General McChrystal is our first-ever guest on the brand new A Healthier Future podcast. In this podcast, Intermountain Healthcare CEO Marc Harrison interviews innovative leaders and explores big ideas around transforming the future of healthcare.General McChrystal is someone who has seen the thick of combat...
2022-03-02
36 min
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
General Stanley McChrystal
General Stanley McChrystal was born into a military family: three generations of men in his family were officers in the armed forces. He followed the family tradition and eventually rose up the ranks to become a General in the Army. While serving as the commander of Allied Forces in Afghanistan in 2010, he was forced to resign after he was quoted making disparaging remarks about President Obama. It was in the wake of this moment that General McChrystal learned the value of leadership. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-02-02
52 min
Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz
General Stanley McChrystal
General Stanley McChrystal was born into a military family: three generations of men in his family were officers in the armed forces. He followed the family tradition and eventually rose up the ranks to become a General in the Army. While serving as the commander of Allied Forces in Afghanistan in 2010, he was forced to resign after he was quoted making disparaging remarks about President Obama. It was in the wake of this moment that General McChrystal learned the value of leadership. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-02-02
52 min
Leadership Frontiers
017 | General Stanley McChrystal & Anna Butrico | Risk: A User's Guide
Today’s world is rife with risk—be it a global pandemic as we experienced in 2020 or the steady churn of uncertainty that permeates both business and life. In their new book RISK: A User’s Guide, coauthors General Stanley McChrystal and Anna Butrico argue that we must develop both an interface for dealing with risk and an appetite for action. On the podcast this episode, we discuss everything from assessing risk to the need for leadership in a changing world, and the fact that you can fail without being a failure.
2022-01-13
49 min
Recalibrate Reality
Retired 4-Star General, Stanley McChrystal
On this week’s episode of Recalibrate Reality, Retired 4-Star General, Stanley McChrystal, joins Scott Rechler to discuss his view on the resiliency of New York City and our mission against COVID-19. Recalibrate Reality is presented in collaboration with 92nd Street Y and the Regional Plan Association (RPA).
2021-12-17
45 min
The Penta Podcast Channel
Insights: A Conversation with General Stanley McChrystal and Anna Butrico
Today's leaders must adapt to growing risks when it comes to public health, security, the environment, and more. But even when these risks are known, leaders are often unprepared to face them. In this edition of HPS Insights, General Stanley McChrystal and Anna Butrico, co-authors of Risk: A User's Guide, join HPS Partners Tony Fratto and Stacy Kerr to discuss how leaders should think about risk in a complex world.
2021-12-16
39 min
Disrupt Yourself Podcast with Whitney Johnson
General Stanley McChrystal: The Biggest Risk to You Is ... Yourself
Sometimes the business landscape can be a battlefield, but this week's guest puts all that in perspective. General Stanley McChrystal is a highly decorated U.S. Army veteran who is no stranger to real battlefields. He's a retired four-star general, and commanded an enormous contingent of U.S. forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. He's also an avid student of history, who acutely observes how the great successes and failures of the past are so deeply intertwined with risk management. His latest book is called Risk: A User's Guide, and it documents the unsuspecting factors that und...
2021-11-30
42 min
The Burn Bag Podcast
Risk: General Stanley McChrystal Applies the Guidebook to Afghanistan
In this week's episode, A'ndre and Ryan speak to retired Four Star General Stanley McChrystal about his new book Risk: A User's Guide, applying the principles of risk management to the War in Afghanistan -- a situation the General is very familiar with. We ask General McChrystal to discuss what he defines as the 'Risk Immune System', and to explain the 'Risk Control Factors' that he outlines in the book. General McChrystal, famed for creating a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan, applies those Risk Control Factors to the situation in Afghanistan, talking about how factors such as narrative, bias...
2021-11-22
1h 04
The Hard Way With Joe De Sena
Raise Your Standards and Expectations General Stanley McChrystal and BG Chaplain Solhjem/ CLASSIC
"We use a term all the time, 'balance.' I don't like that term. Life isn't about achieving balance, it's about integration," says now Major General and Chief of Chaplains of the United States Army, Chaplain Solhjem. This week, we have another classic episode with a couple of the highest respected people we've had on the podcast. General Stanley McChrystal and BG Chaplain Solhjem tell us how having high expectations for yourself and those around you leads to you being a better performer and all around better person. In this episode you'll learn… How to...
2021-10-21
32 min
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Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/523306to listen full audiobooks. Title: Risk: A User’s Guide Author: General Stanley Mcchrystal Narrator: General Stanley Mcchrystal Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 40 minutes Release date: October 7, 2021 Genres: Accounting & Finance Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. We may not be able to see the future, but Control can teach us how to improve our resistance and build a strong defense against what we know -- and what we don't. Retired four-star general Stan McChrystal has lived a life associated with the deadly risks of combat; he has seen how individuals and organizations, too of...
2021-10-07
10h 40
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2021-10-07
10h 40
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10h 40
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10h 40
The James Altucher Show
771 - General Stanley McChrystal (Part 1): How to prepare yourself for risk
This man has probably taken on more risks than anyone in the world, and his decision could've meant life or death in a certain situation! General Stanley McChrystal, a retired United States Army General, and author came on to talk about his new book, Risk: A User's Guide, the stories that he had to essentially make life or death decisions while assessing the risk, and how can one prepare themselves to face the unforeseen future, and risks! Listen to this Part 1 out of 2, and Part 2 will come out the same day too! My new book Skip The Line is out...
2021-10-07
47 min
The James Altucher Show
772 - General Stanley McChrystal (Part 2): What were US's risks after the withdrawal from Afghanistan
In Part 1 of the episode, General Stanley McChrystal talked about how he manages risks during his time as United States Army General, and how he uses the techniques that he had learned during then in Businesses. And of course, natural, the topic about the US Withdrawal from Afghanistan came up, and we get to talk about what happened with Iraq, Afghanistan, China. and Russia through his perspective, and also what were US's risks when we withdrew from Afghanistan. Listen to this Part 2 out of 2, and make sure you check out Part 1 if you missed it! My new book Skip The...
2021-10-07
18 min
FranklinCovey On Leadership
General Stanley McChrystal: Detect, Assess, Respond, Learn
Episode 175 | Join General Stanley McChrystal as he returns to On Leadership to share his insights around risk and the factors and strategies to help navigate risk to succeed in your work. Subscribe to the FranklinCovey On Leadership email newsletter and receive weekly videos, tools, articles, and podcasts to help you become a better leader. ow.ly/tH5E30kAxfj Help Your Organization Thrive in the New World of Work: Download our guide to learn of the best practices that are conducive to success in the new world of work.
2021-10-05
38 min
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk
439: General Stanley McChrystal - A New Way To Understand Risk & Master The Unknown
Text LEARNERS to 44222 for more... Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com Twitter/IG: @RyanHawk12 https://twitter.com/RyanHawk12 General Stanley McChrystal retired in July 2010 as a four-star general in the U.S. Army. His last assignment was as the commander of the International Security Assistance Force and as the commander of the U.S. forces in Afghanistan. He had previously served as the director of the Joint Staff and as the commander of the Joint Special Operations Command. The author of My Share of the Task, Team of Teams, and Leaders, he...
2021-10-04
59 min
The Tim Ferriss Show
#535: General Stanley McChrystal — Mastering Risk: A User's Guide
General Stanley McChrystal — Mastering Risk: A User's Guide | Brought to you by Kettle & Fire high quality, tasty, and conveniently packaged bone broths; Eight Sleep’s Pod Pro Cover sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating; and ShipStation shipping software. More on all three below.General Stanley McChrystal (@stanmcchrystal) was called “one of America’s greatest warriors” by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates. Having held leadership and staff positions in the Army Special Forces, Army Rangers, 82nd Airborne Division, the XVIII Army Airborne Corp, and the Joint Staff, McChrystal became commander of JSOC in 2003, responsible for leading the nation’s depl...
2021-09-30
1h 30
Freedom Pact | Joseph and Lewis
#110: General Stanley McChrystal - Discipline, Self-Respect, Decision Making and Leadership
Today on the show, we are joined by General Stanley McChrystal. General McChrystal is a retired four-star general, former top commander of the US and international Security Assistance Forces. Stan commanded a number of elite organisations including over-seeing the capture of Sadam Hussein in 2003, as well as taking charge of the 2009 NATO-U.S mission in Afghanistan. On top of being one of the most decorated military general’s in American history, Stan is a senior fellow at Yale and teaches a graduate seminar about leadership, on top of this Stan can also boast being a 2x best-selling author of Team of...
2020-08-06
50 min
Kickass News
General Stanley McChrystal on Leadership
General Stanley McChrystal talks about the myths and reality of leadership. He shares how he came to reassess the legacy of his military hero General Robert E. Lee in the aftermath of Charlottseville, how he personally learned that the man at the top often gets credit he doesn’t deserve, and why leaders aren’t always judged by their results. He discusses a 15th century Chinese admiral who has become the symbol for that country’s global ambitions, why he didn’t realize that Coco Chanel was a real person, and one leadership flaw that he shares with Walt Disney. He reve...
2020-05-11
42 min
Kickass News
General Stanley McChrystal on Leadership
General Stanley McChrystal talks about the myths and reality of leadership. He shares how he came to reassess the legacy of his military hero General Robert E. Lee in the aftermath of Charlottseville, how he personally learned that the man at the top often gets credit he doesn’t deserve, and why leaders aren’t always judged by their results. He discusses a 15th century Chinese admiral who has become the symbol for that country’s global ambitions, why he didn’t realize that Coco Chanel was a real person, and one leadership flaw that he shares with Walt Disney. He reve...
2020-05-11
49 min
Masters of Scale
Rapid Response: A crisis leadership session with General Stanley McChrystal
Everyone's looking for a box of crisis tricks. But the hard truth is that it simply doesn’t exist, says retired General Stanley McChrystal. Instead of looking for a new style, McChrystal says, lead with the same things that motivate people on a normal basis: Be honest about the path ahead, communicate clearly and build your team up. With calm reassurance, he encourages founders to keep their eyes on the future. Prepare for the post-pandemic world now, so you and your team can spring to action when the time comes. Retired General McChrystal is now the founder of the Mc...
2020-04-28
37 min
Rapid Response
A crisis leadership session, w/General Stanley McChrystal
Everyone's looking for a box of crisis tricks. But the hard truth is that it simply doesn’t exist, says retired General Stanley McChrystal. Instead of looking for a new style, McChrystal says, lead with the same things that motivate people on a normal basis: Be honest about the path ahead, communicate clearly and build your team up. With calm reassurance, he encourages founders to keep their eyes on the future. Prepare for the post-pandemic world now, so you and your team can spring to action when the time comes. Retired General McChrystal is now the founder of the Mc...
2020-04-28
37 min
Growth Investor with GrowthCap‘s RJ Lumba
Retired Four-Star General, Stanley McChrystal, on Leadership
General Stanley McChrystal retired from the US Army as a four-star general after thirty-four years of service. He is a partner at the McChrystal Group, a leadership consulting firm based in Virginia and a senior fellow at Yale University’s Jackson Institute for Global Affairs. General McChrystal recently coauthored Leaders, which explores how various leadership styles can be effective depending on time and situation. His previous books My Share of the Task and Team of Teams were both New York Times bestsellers. We hope you enjoy the show.
2019-05-13
23 min
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
Myth & Reality: General Stanley McChrystal
I had the opportunity to speak recently with General Stanley McChrystal, retired four-star general, former Commander of the International Security Assistance Force and Commander, US Forces, Afghanistan. Since 2010, he has taught courses in international relations at Yale University as a Senior Fellow of the University's Jackson Institute for Global Affairs. General McChrystal is also the the bestselling author of Leaders: Myth and Reality
2019-03-31
1h 16
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
Myth & Reality: General Stanley McChrystal
I had the opportunity to speak recently with General Stanley McChrystal, retired four-star general, former Commander of the International Security Assistance Force and Commander, US Forces, Afghanistan. Since 2010, he has taught courses in international relations at Yale University as a Senior Fellow of the University's Jackson Institute for Global Affairs. General McChrystal is also the the bestselling author of Leaders: Myth and Reality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2019-03-31
1h 20
GZERO World with Ian Bremmer
Leaving Afghanistan w/ General Stanley McChrystal
The war in Afghanistan has gone on so long that people born after 9/11 can now enlist. So how do we get out? Ian digs into it and then talks to someone who knows the country better than most: Retired General Stanley McChrystal, who once commanded all NATO forces in Afghanistan. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...
2019-03-26
17 min
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk
303: General Stanley McChrystal - The New Definition Of Leadership
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk Episode #303 - General Stanley McChrystal Full Show Notes can be found at www.LearningLeader.com A retired four-star general, Stan is the former commander of US and International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF) Afghanistan and the former commander of the nation's premier military counter-terrorism force, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). In June 2009, the President of the United States and the Secretary General of NATO appointed him to be the Commander of US Forces Afghanistan and NATO ISAF. His command included more than 150,000 troops from 45 allied countries. N...
2019-03-25
59 min
5 Questions With Dan Schawbel
Episode 20: General Stanley McChrystal
An interview with General Stanley McChrystal about the biggest leadership myth, how leadership has changed, the most common leadership traits, why environment matters and his best piece of career advice. Welcome to the twentieth episode of 5 Questions with Dan Schawbel. As your host, my goal is to curate the best advice from the world’s smartest and most interesting people by asking them just 5 questions. This episodes guest: My guest today is former four-star U.S. Army General Stanley McChrystal. Born in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Stanley came from a line of mili...
2019-02-19
07 min
5 Questions with Dan Schawbel
Episode 20: General Stanley McChrystal
Dan Schawbel asks General Stanley McChrystal about the biggest leadership myth, how leadership has changed, the most common leadership traits, why environment matters and his best piece of career advice.
2019-02-19
07 min
FranklinCovey On Leadership
Episode #27 General Stanley McChrystal
Leadership Myths and Realities Join retired four-star general Stanley McChrystal as he shares what we can learn from the geniuses, heroes, power brokers, reformers, founders, and zealots across history—and how we must evolve our view of the flawed and fallible leaders in our past. Subscribe to FranklinCovey On Leadership and receive weekly videos, tools, articles, and podcasts to help you become a better leader. ow.ly/tH5E30kAxfj
2018-11-27
38 min
Eagle Nation Podcast
EP117 - Jeff Eggers on Leaders, and co-authoring a book with General Stanley McChrystal
Jeff Eggers is a retired Navy Seal, and current Executive Director of the McChrystal Group Leadership Institute. He was formerly a Special Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, and has had a long career working in national defense at various jobs. He recently co-authored a book with General Stanley McChrystal called Leaders: Myth and Reality, and it’s currently a national bestseller In this week’s podcast, we discuss: The writing process Dynamics of working with three authors Why the world needs another book on leadership Lessons learned from some atypical leadership examp...
2018-11-19
54 min
Kickass News
General Stanley McChrystal on Myths and Realities of Great Leaders
General Stanley McChrystal talks about the myths and reality of leadership. He shares how he came to reassess the legacy of his military hero General Robert E. Lee in the aftermath of Charlottseville, how he personally learned that the man at the top often gets credit he doesn’t deserve, and why leaders aren’t always judged by their results. He discusses a 15th century Chinese admiral who has become the symbol for that country’s global ambitions, why he didn’t realize that Coco Chanel was a real person, and one leadership flaw that he shares with Walt Disney. He reve...
2018-11-19
43 min
Kickass News
General Stanley McChrystal on Myths and Realities of Great Leaders
General Stanley McChrystal talks about the myths and reality of leadership. He shares how he came to reassess the legacy of his military hero General Robert E. Lee in the aftermath of Charlottseville, how he personally learned that the man at the top often gets credit he doesn’t deserve, and why leaders aren’t always judged by their results. He discusses a 15th century Chinese admiral who has become the symbol for that country’s global ambitions, why he didn’t realize that Coco Chanel was a real person, and one leadership flaw that he shares with Walt Disney. He reve...
2018-11-19
49 min
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Leaders by General Stanley McChrystal, Jeff Eggers, Jay Mangone
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/89391to listen full audiobooks. Title: Leaders Author: General Stanley McChrystal, Jeff Eggers, Jay Mangone Narrator: Paul Michael, General Stanley McChrystal Format: mp3 Length: 17 hrs and 4 mins Release date: 10-23-18 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 760 ratings Genres: Business Publisher's Summary: Stan McChrystal served for 34 years in the US Army, rising from a second lieutenant in the 82nd Airborne Division to a four-star general, in command of all American and coalition forces in Afghanistan. During those years he worked with countless leaders and pondered an ancient question: "What makes a leader great?" He came to realize...
2018-10-23
5h 04
The Leadership Podcast
TLP101: General Stanley McChrystal on What Connects Us
General, Stanley McChrystal returns to The Leadership Podcast to share his thoughts and insights on leadership and service in the modern era. General McChrystal is the best selling author of "Team of Teams," and Co-Founder and Managing Partner of The McChrystal group. He talks with Jim and Jan about the importance of a classical education, the sacrifice leaders must make in their lives, and why it's up to the government and business to create challenging opportunities for the younger generation. He shares his unique perspective on the similarities and differences of leading and teaming in the business and in the...
2018-06-06
48 min
Dream Big Podcast for Kids
General Stanley McChrystal On How To Be A Leader
It is not everyday that a 3rd grader gets the opportunity to interview a Four-Star General, and we were so honored that General Stanley McChrystal agreed to be a guest on Eva's show. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/67
2018-01-08
27 min
Dream Big Podcast for Kids
DB 067: General Stanley McChrystal On How To Be A Leader
It is not everyday that a 3rd grader gets the opportunity to interview a Four-Star General, and we were so honored that General Stanley McChrystal agreed to be a guest on Eva’s show. For our show notes, visit DreamBigPodcast.com/67
2018-01-08
27 min
The Art of Charm
573: General Stanley McChrystal | New Rules of Engagement
General Stanley McChrystal (@StanMcChrystal) talks about more than 34 years of service in the US Army and his book Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World. The Cheat Sheet: See leadership from a special forces perspective. Understand why flexibility and adaptability are the cure for an unpredictable landscape -- in contrast to a system that values strict adherence to rules that limit rather than guide best practices. Learn techniques for ways we can build flexibility in ourselves. Find out why relationships are the key to success of any organization -- military or otherwise. Discover how we...
2016-12-13
1h 10
The Leadership Podcast
TLPMM002 — Part 1: General Stanley McChrystal (Ret.) On Defining Yourself as a Leader
On this Mastermind episode, part 1, co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal, former commander of the nation's premier military counterterrorism force. General McChrystal (Ret.) is best known for developing and implementing a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan, and for creating a cohesive counterterrorism organization that revolutionized the interagency operating culture. Founder and Managing Partner of McChrystal Group, an elite leadership advisory team, and New York Times best-selling author, General McChrystal (Ret.) shares his insights into learning to lead, sharing power while maintaining ultimate responsibility, the necessity of adapting to external change, and growing from mistakes...
2016-11-09
53 min
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Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/269101to listen full audiobooks. Title: Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World Author: General Stanley Mcchrystal, Tantum Collins, Chris Fussell, David Silverman Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 7 minutes Release date: July 28, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.56 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 5 Genres: HR & Admin Publisher's Summary: What if you could combine the agility, adaptability, and cohesion of a small team with the power and resources of a giant organization? When General Stanley McChrystal took command of the Joint Special Operations Task Force in Iraq in 2003, he...
2016-07-28
12h 07
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Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by General Stanley Mcchrystal, Tantum Collins, Chris Fussell, David Silverman
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/269101to listen full audiobooks. Title: Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World Author: General Stanley Mcchrystal, Tantum Collins, Chris Fussell, David Silverman Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 7 minutes Release date: July 28, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.56 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 5 Genres: Management & Leadership Publisher's Summary: What if you could combine the agility, adaptability, and cohesion of a small team with the power and resources of a giant organization? When General Stanley McChrystal took command of the Joint Special Operations Task Force in Iraq in 2003, he...
2016-07-28
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Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by General Stanley Mcchrystal, Tantum Collins, Chris Fussell, David Silverman
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/269101to listen full audiobooks. Title: Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World Author: General Stanley Mcchrystal, Tantum Collins, Chris Fussell, David Silverman Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 7 minutes Release date: July 28, 2016 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.56 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 5 Genres: HR & Admin Publisher's Summary: What if you could combine the agility, adaptability, and cohesion of a small team with the power and resources of a giant organization? When General Stanley McChrystal took command of the Joint Special Operations Task Force in Iraq in 2003, he...
2016-07-28
12h 07