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This Much I Know - The Seedcamp PodcastThis Much I Know - The Seedcamp PodcastFrom the Battlefield to the Boardroom: Leadership Lessons with General Stan McChrystalIn this episode, Carlos interviews General Stanley McChrystal, a distinguished military leader with 34 years of experience commanding at a four-star level, including significant roles in Iraq and Afghanistan. They discuss General McChrystal's career, including his extensive awards like the Defense Distinguished Service Medal. General McChrystal shares his post-military endeavors, including founding the McChrystal Group and teaching leadership at Yale. The conversation delves into General McChrystal's books, particularly 'Leaders' and 'Team of Teams', exploring how writing these books shaped his views on leadership. Key themes include: - understanding the complexities of leadership; - the interplay between leaders, followers, and context, ...2024-09-2558 minThe AFIRE PodcastThe AFIRE PodcastGeneral Stan McChrystal on Managed RiskMany leaders believe this is the key to becoming fully immune to all future risks—but evading risk forever is just unrealistic. Risk plays a big part in commercial real estate. To thrive, it’s crucial to adopt a proactive approach to manage risks effectively. So how can commercial real estate investors thrive in a time of such incredible volatility, change and blindness? How do we thrive amid constant uncertainty and exposure to risk? On this new episode of the AFIRE Podcast, AFIRE CEO Gunnar Branson sits down with General Stan McChrystal (Ret.), CEO and Chairman of the McChrystal Group, to d...2024-04-2340 minMake a Difference! – The Mentors RadioMake a Difference! – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minStick to Your Principles – The Mentors RadioStick to Your Principles – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minPeople Before Profit – The Mentors RadioPeople Before Profit – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minEthical Leadership – The Mentors RadioEthical Leadership – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minLeadership – The Mentors RadioLeadership – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors RadioReach Your Full Potential – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minPeople Matter! – The Mentors RadioPeople Matter! – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minBe Your Best Self – The Mentors RadioBe Your Best Self – The Mentors Radio348. Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about Leadership, Building Teams and Risk ManagementIn this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Dan Hesse talks with General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal about his career, leadership, building teams, risk management and more. A one-of-a-kind commander with a new perspective on organizational dynamics, Ret. General Stan McChrystal is known for helping elite teams tap into the potential of their people to better compete in a complex and interconnected world. Few can speak about leadership, teamwork, technology and international affairs with as much insight can he. Ret. General McChrystal is the former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan, former leader of Joint Special Operations...2023-11-2541 minNormal 40: The PodcastNormal 40: The PodcastThe Art Of Navigating Change Part II: A Ramble With General Stan McChrystal.Have you ever found yourself clinging to the familiar, paralyzed by the fear of stepping into the unknown? Are you seeking the courage to embrace change and take a bold leap into the future? Tune in to Part 2 of my intriguing and inspiring conversation with the former General Stan McChrystal, where we delve into these questions and more. We uncover the concept of adaptation, discuss the fear of change, the power of breaking free from what's familiar, and the liberation it brings.During our conversation, we dive deep into the concept of 'leadership satisfaction' and how, as leaders...2023-08-1848 minNormal 40: The PodcastNormal 40: The PodcastThe Art Of Navigating Change: A Ramble With General Stan McChrystal.What if the path to true leadership was not paved with consistent victories but peppered with moments of failure? Former General Stan McChrystal, U.S. Army (Ret), a man of immense distinction, joins the Normal 40 to share his narrative, offering a rare look into his life and the lessons it holds.Stan reflects on duty, leadership, and the journey of personal growth and transformation that came with embracing failure and making The Trade. You'll hear how this shaped him into the person he is today and how it has left an indelible mark on his life and career. 2023-08-1135 minProgress, Potential, and Possibilities Podcast / ShowProgress, Potential, and Possibilities Podcast / ShowGeneral Stan McChrystal - Innovative Leadership Solutions For Challenging And Dynamic EnvironmentsSend us a textGeneral Stan McChrystal, is Founder and CEO of the McChrystal Group (https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/people/stan-mcchrystal/) an advisory firm focused on delivering innovative leadership solutions to businesses globally in order to help them transform and succeed in challenging, dynamic environments. 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). He is best known for developing and implementing a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan, and for creating a...2022-09-0144 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackNo Turning Back: Final EpisodeNo Turning Back first began in April of 2020, originating as a video series where Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell would speak with some of the world’s most consequential leaders about leadership and resilience through such unprecedented times. This video series served as a way to bring people together for a conversation and gave viewers a slight reprieve from the uncertainty in our world. We quickly realized there was a larger audience who were looking for impactful conversations like No Turning Back. Since then, we’ve released over 75 conversations with leaders of all different backgrounds and industries, disc...2022-08-0924 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackBill McDermott on Prioritizing Innovation to Fuel GrowthThis week, we are featuring an episode on leadership with a conversation between Stan, Chris, and Bill McDermott, the Chief Executive Officer of ServiceNow, a role he assumed in November of 2019. Bill has led innovation at the company as it has been at the forefront of digital transformation and shares his insights on company culture, leadership, and adaptation in business. They discuss the characteristics of what makes a successful leader and how to navigate uncertainty when innovating. Bill details his experiences leading teams, what he envisions as the future of technology, and how it must improve people’s...2022-07-1257 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackLinda Rendle on Active Leadership through DisruptionThis week, we have a very special episode on leadership with a conversation Stan and Chris had with Linda Rendle. Linda is chief executive officer at The Clorox Company, a position she assumed in September 2020. They discuss agile leadership, innovation, and the importance of preparing for an unpredictable future. Linda shares lessons learned from leading The Clorox Company during COVID, her pride in her team, and the resiliency they demonstrated. Linda shares with us why learning is a business imperative and how it accelerated the development of a learning culture at Clorox. They talk about...2022-07-0537 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackReflections: Demystifying DEI MiniseriesThis week, Stan and Chris conclude the demystifying DEI mini-series of No Turning Back, looking back on the four episodes, and looking ahead to how we can all be more intentional in our commitment to making progress in diversity, equity and inclusion.   We hope you’ve enjoyed listening to different perspectives of DEI, the lessons learned, and the individual journey leaders have taken. If you’ve enjoyed these conversations, visit our website, McChrystalGroup.com for resources on Inclusive Leadership.2022-05-0339 minBNY Mellon PerspectivesBNY Mellon PerspectivesCatherine Keating & General Stan McChrystal: Risk, Resilience and ReinventionHow do successful organizations of all sizes navigate risk? Author and retired four-star General Stan McChrystal sits down with Catherine Keating, our CEO of Investment Solutions and Wealth Management, for a long-ranging discussion on McChrystal's decorated 34-year career in the U.S. Army, the importance of diversity and resilience for organizational health and the ongoing geopolitical crisis in Ukraine.2022-04-2752 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackElena Kvochko on Linking Trust and DEIThis week, we continue our Demystifying DEI mini-series with a conversation Stan had with Elena Kvochko, the first Chief Trust Officer at SAP, a role she began at the height of the pandemic. In this role, Elena leads a team of security architects and focuses on building trust through a culture of accountability and openness. In this fascinating discussion, Elena shares how DEI and trust interlink through the framework of people, processes, and techniques and the tangible impact of DEI initiatives across the three. Stan and Elena discussed the implications of the change in the security threat landscape from...2022-04-2636 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackBracken Darrell on Personal and Professional Growth2022-04-1939 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackSusan O'Malley on Developing Diverse TeamsThis week, we continue our Demystifying DEI miniseries with the conversation Stan and Chris had with Susan O'Malley. Susan serves as the Head of Strategy for Personalized Medicine at Genentech. She brings together creative leadership with decision-making and long-term future thinking in this role. Prior, she spent almost a decade at the design and innovation firm IDEO and began the first chapter of her career at Google. In this fascinating discussion, Stan and Chris dive deep into the journey of diversity, equity, and inclusion and why this is the grand challenge of our time. They explore why...2022-04-121h 03No Turning BackNo Turning BackEbbie Parsons on Driving Intentional DE&I Change Over the next several weeks, Stan and Chris will embark on a new miniseries called Demystifying DEI, where we will look at how organizations are approaching the important work of diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this series, we're excited to hear how industry leaders are authentically incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into their organizations, investing in their people to drive change, and the lessons they have learned through curiosity and trial.     This week, we kick off our Demystifying DEI miniseries with a conversation Stan and Chris had with Ebbie Parsons. Ebbie is the Founder and Managing Partner of Yardstick Ma...2022-04-0544 minWPAOG PodcastWPAOG PodcastEP23 How to Succeed in Military and Civilian Life, with General Stan McChrystal, Co-founder of the McChrystal GroupThis episode of On Point features an interview with General Stan McChrystal, Co-founder of the McChrystal Group. Following his retirement from the US Army after 34 years, McChrystal founded the McChrystal Group, which is an advisory team that partners with businesses to improve the performance of their organizations and help build resilient and adaptable teams that can win in today’s dynamic environment. A retired four-star general, Stanley McChrystal 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...2022-03-291h 00On PointOn PointHow to Succeed in Military and Civilian Life, with General Stan McChrystal, Co-founder of the McChrystal GroupThis episode of On Point features an interview with General Stan McChrystal, Co-founder of the McChrystal Group. Following his retirement from the US Army after 34 years, McChrystal founded the McChrystal Group, which is an advisory team that partners with businesses to improve the performance of their organizations and help build resilient and adaptable teams that can win in today’s dynamic environment.A retired four-star general, Stanley McChrystal 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...2022-03-231h 00No Turning BackNo Turning BackReflections: Slow is Smooth, Smooth is FastThis week Stan and Chris conclude the No Turning Back miniseries. They reflect on the four past episodes, exploring insights from their guests on how they implemented Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast in their leadership.   Thank you for joining us for this miniseries. We hope these episodes have prompted you to think about how you can lead during unpredictability, be more intentional in your leadership, and better adapt to the changing environment.     If you’ve enjoyed this miniseries, please visit mcchrsytalgroup.com for our Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast resou...2022-03-0831 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJake Wood on IntentionalityAs a part of the “Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast” series of No Turning Back, Stan and Chris were eager to speak with Jake Wood, the founder and CEO of Groundswell.   Jake's career began in the military – he was a Marine and upon leaving the military founded Team Rubicon, an organization that position veterans to help in disaster response. Most recently, Jake founded Groundswell, a nonprofit that aims to change charitable giving.   Stan spoke to Jake about intentional decision making, how Jake successfully grew and led Team Rubicon and had tremendous...2022-02-1547 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackMeg Gentle on the Future of EnergyAs a part of the “Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast” series of No Turning Back, Stan and Chris were excited to speak with Meg Gentle, the Executive Director of HIF USA. Meg has had an impressive 25-year career in the energy industry. A former oil & gas executive, she recently left the business to focus on decarbonization, with goals to return our planet to a CO2 homeostasis.   In this discussion, Stan and Chris ask Meg about the future of the energy sector: what leadership will look like, and how and when we should act during the...2022-02-0854 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackBruce Broussard on the Speed of Healthcare SystemsWe're officially in the "Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast" series, with a special guest: Bruce Broussard, the CEO of Humana. As organizations jump into 2022, they are eager to start the year with energy and vigor and leave behind the challenges of the past two years. We know all organizations – especially ones in healthcare, like Humana – must be more intentional than ever before.   In this episode, we spoke with Bruce Broussard and how speed affects the healthcare system. Bruce speaks about how the healthcare system should adopt the "Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast" idea by focus...2022-02-0150 minThe Not Unreasonable PodcastThe Not Unreasonable PodcastStan McChrystal on Risk and LeadershipStan McChrystal retired as a 4 Star General in the US Army and has since founded the McChrystal Group, written four books and launched a podcast. Stan is one of the world's foremost scholars and practitioners of leadership and in this conversation we focus on his latest book, Risk: A User's Guide. As I say in the interview, I think this is Stan's most straightforward how-to guide on leadership and we dig very deeply into the nuanced and fascinating connection between leadership and uncertainty, including:* What the history of military tactics can teach us about social progress* How...2022-01-261h 07No Turning BackNo Turning BackIntentional Leadership with Carl LiebertOver the next several weeks, Stan and Chris will be embarking on a new mini-series, called “Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast.” The title comes from a concept in special operations, where operators move more methodically and slowly to make fewer mistakes.  In this series, we’re curious to hear how leaders are tackling unpredictability, being intentional in their leadership, and adapting to crises as they unfold.    This week, we are teasing the mini-series with a conversation with Carl Liebert. Carl currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of kwx of Keller Williams. A member of the United States...2022-01-2550 minForging Mettle PodcastForging Mettle Podcast057 | Stanley McChrystal and Anna Butrico | Building your risk immune system for resilienceThis episode is a real gem, filled with wisdom. Co-authors General Stan McChrystal and Anna Butrico join me to talk about leadership, risk, resilience, adaptability and what they call our risk immune system. We discuss the risks associated with a global pandemic, special military operations, and how to navigate a complex changing environment in corporations.  Show notes: General McChrystal was a green beret, ranger and paratrooper during his career. He is perhaps best known for his command of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) in the mid-2000s. As you might guess, he was no stranger t...2021-12-1549 minThe Jedburgh PodcastThe Jedburgh Podcast#034: Risk: A User's Guide - General Stan McChrystalRisk exists in every corner of our professional and personal lives. Risk is something we as leaders cannot - and should not - shy from. How we choose to detect, assess, respond and learn determines if our organizations  (and we as leaders) succeed or fail. In this episode General Stan McChrystal joins Host Fran Racioppi and special guest host Lisa Jaster, to break down Stan's new book "Risk: A User's guide." They define the Risk Immune System and explain how the 10 Factors of Control guide us in understanding and mitigating risk by taking action. Th...2021-11-111h 25Wharton Business Radio Guest AudioWharton Business Radio Guest AudioStan McChrystal on Leadership in ActionRetired Four-Star Army General Stan McChrystal discusses his new book, Risk: A User’s Guide, on Business Radio’s Leadership in Action program, SiriusXM 132. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-11-0850 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackReflections on the Risk Mini-SeriesThis week, Stan and Chris conclude the Risk mini-series of No Turning Back, looking back on the six episodes, and looking ahead to the greatest risks facing our nation and world. Our podcast, after all, is called No Turning Back, and Stan and Chris will leave you today with clear insights into the challenges that lay ahead. Our next mini-series, coming to you within a matter of weeks, is about the Future of Work. If you've enjoyed the Risk mini-series and are looking for more, pick up a copy of Stan's latest book, Risk...2021-10-2847 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackFinancial Risk with John ChambersThis week, we continue our risk mini-series on No Turning Back, with a very special, distinguished guest: John Chambers, the former chairman of S&P’s sovereign rating committee. We couldn’t think of a better guest to discuss the nuances of financial risk.   John spent 24 years at Standard & Poor’s, or S&P, and is known most for downgrading the US credit rating in 2011. His insights and experiences are topical and relevant as the United States worked through the debt ceiling debate earlier this month. In the discussion, John shares his perspective on today’s debt ceil...2021-10-1942 minGame Changers with Molly FletcherGame Changers with Molly FletcherGeneral Stan McChrystal on How to Lead Through Change and UncertaintyA retired four-star general, General Stan McChrystal is the former commander of the US and International Forces in Afghanistan and the former commander of the nation’s premier military counter-terrorism force, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). He’s the founder & CEO of The McChrystal Group and a senior fellow at Yale, where he teaches a popular course on leadership. An expert on leadership and teams, General McChrystal is the author of several books, including his new book, Risk. In this conversation, we talk about the future of leadership, leading through adversity, and building resilient teams. 2021-10-1449 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackBusiness Risk with Bob WoodThis week, Stan and Chris speak to Bob Wood, the former Chairman and CEO of Chemtura Corporation. Bob has an impressive career navigating business risk: before Chemtura, Bob was an executive at Dow Chemical, spending over two decades there and climbing the ranks in the business. He has been a member of a variety of impressive boards, including the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee, MRC Global, Praxair Inc., and Univar Solutions, to name a few. Notably, Bob is a member of the board of directors at McChrystal Group, where Stan and Chris have worked closely with him for a nu...2021-10-1250 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackExclusive Listen to Risk: A User's GuideToday, on the very day of the book launch, we’re excited to share this sneak peek of content with you. In this episode, you’ll be hearing three clips of Stan’s own voice as he reads excerpts from Risk: A User’s Guide, to give you a taste of the other pages to follow. Order your copy to Risk: A User's Guide, here: https://www.mcchrystalgroup.com/library/risk-a-users-guide/2021-10-0516 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackRisk with Garry KasparovThis week, Stan and Chris speak to chess grandmaster, Garry Kasparov, about risk: in the game of chess, and more broadly, in society. Garry is well-known as a World Chess Champion who famously dueled against IBM’s supercomputer, Deep Blue. In recent years, Garry has been translating and expanding his focus to the Renew Democracy Initiative, which aims to promote and protect democracy worldwide.   Garry first came onto No Turning Back this past January, and Stan and Chris were intrigued by all Garry had to say about risk. This week, they take a fascinating deeper div...2021-09-2852 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackThe Game of Risk: Poker with Annie Duke Poker is a game of risk. The chances you take, the bets you make, determine the loss, or the reward. It’s a heated calculus of quick decision-making, gut instinct, and strategy. This week, on the second episode of the Risk mini-series on No Turning Back, Stan and Chris speak to Annie Duke, a former professional poker player whose titles include the NBC National Poker Heads-Up Championship, as the World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions.   In today’s discussion, Stan and Chris speak to Annie about why most people don’t think probabilistically when making decisions, why uncertain decisions are oft...2021-09-2158 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackStan McChrystal and Chris Fussell on the Risk Of Special Operations Stan McChrystal has spent a lifetime attempting to mitigate risk: importantly, in the military, and critically now in the corporate sector. He concluded that we don’t handle risk very well – at both the individual and organizational level. This reality had been percolating at the back of his mind for quite some time. The events of the last few years brought these issues to the front burner, and are the topic of his latest book, Risk: A User’s Guide. This mini-series on No Turning Back will analyze risk in several parts. Stan and Chris will kick off th...2021-09-1455 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJeff Sonnenfeld on Bringing Leaders Together Stan and Chris know the power of the Operations & Intelligence or O&I brief. As a part of Stan's efforts to transform Joint Special Operations Command, he leaned on Operations & Intelligence brief, or the O&I. It was a tremendously powerful tool that connected countries around the globe and drove the "battle rhythm" of the counterterrorist force.   This week's guest, Jeff Sonnenfeld, runs a similar forum at Yale University. Jeff, the Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies & a Professor in the Practice of Management at Yale University's School of Management, leads the CEO Summit, which brings leaders from top businesses, p...2021-08-2452 minTech TransformsTech TransformsThe Marvel of Risk, With General Stan McChrystalRisk taking is unavoidable when it comes to modernization. Best selling author and retired four-star U.S. general Stan McChrystal outlines 10 control factors to help citizens and agencies alike take smarter risks. Carolyn and Mark also get some early insight on Stan's upcoming book Risk: A User's Guide. Episode Table of Contents[01:44] Stan McChrystal of the Team of Teams[10:54] A Story of a Defensive System by Stan McChrystal[18:26] Stan McChrystal Talks About Inertia[25:57] Why Stan McChrystal Doesn’t Want to Worry About External Threats[35:40] Artificial Intelligence BasedEpisode Links and ResourcesRisk: A Us...2021-08-1841 minTech TransformsTech TransformsEpisode 3: The Marvel of Risk, With General Stan McChrystalRisk taking is unavoidable when it comes to modernization. Best selling author and retired four-star U.S. general Stan McChrystal outlines 10 control factors to help citizens and agencies alike take smarter risks. Carolyn and Mark also get some early insight on Stan's upcoming book Risk: A User's Guide. Episode Table of Contents[01:44] Stan McChrystal of the Team of Teams[10:54] A Story of a Defensive System by Stan McChrystal[18:26] Stan McChrystal Talks About Inertia[25:57] Why Stan McChrystal Doesn’t Want to Worry About External Threats[35:40] Artificial Intelligence BasedEpisode Links and ResourcesRisk: A...2021-08-1841 minIntentional Leader with Cal WaltersIntentional Leader with Cal Walters#70: General (Ret.) Stan McChrystal — How to Lead Well in All Areas of Your LifeA retired four-star general, Stan McChrystal 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). He is best known for developing and implementing a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Afghanistan, and for creating a cohesive counter-terrorism organization that revolutionized the interagency operating culture. Throughout his military career, Stan commanded a number of elite organizations, including the 75th Ranger Regiment. After 9/11 until his retirement in 2010, he spent more than 6 years deployed to combat in a variety of leadership po...2021-08-171h 05No Turning BackNo Turning BackNorman Wright on Healthcare Reform, Uncomfortable Conversations, and Burning PlatformsMeet Norman Wright, Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Experience Officer at UnitedHealth Group. Norman, a long-time friend of McChrystal Group, brings a calm, analytical mind and 34 years of experience to the conversation with Stan and Chris. Norman speaks to the protests following George Floyd's murder, shares what it was like to fight against the war that is COVID-19, and how he thinks about balancing the risk of healthcare transformation when change is needed.2021-08-1052 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackMichael Dowling on Rule Breaking, Innovation, and Leading through COVID-19 Meet Michael Dowling, the President and CEO of Northwell Health, the biggest healthcare provider in the State of New York. Their hospitals, like many around the country, battled against COVID-19, and are now responding to the variants spreading rapidly across the country.   Michael has fascinating leadership observations from COVID-19 that translate well to every challenge. In the conversation, he shares his own personal story of resilience, differentiates having a title from being a leader, and explains why rule-breaking is critical to innovation. Michael also tells us why hurling, an (often violent) Gaelic Irish sport, has affected his own leadership.   Seldom do...2021-08-0358 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackBrad Smith on Intuit and Giving Back to the Community Meet Brad Smith, former CEO of Intuit and its current Executive Chairman of its Board of Directors. Stan and Chris are fascinated by how Brad transformed Intuit, diving into leadership lessons learned while Brad was at the helm for 11 years. A West Virginia native, Brad Smith has most recently founded the Wing 2 Wing Foundation, aiming to provide education and entrepreneurial support to Americans in underserved communities. He applies the same customer-driven innovation principles that made him and the team successful at Intuit to these communities: starting with a hypothesis of how to improve conditions, then gathers a group of people...2021-07-2751 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackLidia Fonseca on Pfizer, Vaccines, and the Future of HealthcareMeet Lidia Fonseca, an executive who sits at the center of both the technology and the pharmaceutical industries. Lidia is the Executive Vice President, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Pfizer and is responsible for the company's technology, data, and digital efforts. Her team was critical in developing the Pfizer vaccine - one that has given citizens everywhere hope after COVID-19. Stan and Chris speak to Lidia about how Pfizer and healthcare will be different after the pandemic, why it's important to focus on outcomes rather than activities, and how her leadership has changed after bringing Pfizer through COVID-19.2021-07-2054 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJames Kerr on Rugby, Storytelling and HumilityWhat can a New Zealand rugby team teach you about leadership? This week, Stan and Chris speak to James Kerr to discover the answer to that question. James Kerr, a bestselling author, speaker, and business consultant, brings an inquisitive mind and practical observations to the conversation. Stan and Chris explore some of the lessons learned from James's best-selling book, Legacy: What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life, examining the symbols, rituals, practices, and values that made the All Blacks a successful rugby team.   Beyond the All Blacks, Stan and Chris s...2021-07-1347 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJake Harriman on building a More Perfect UnionThis week, Stan and Chris speak with Jake Harriman, the Founder and CEO of More Perfect Union and former Infantry and Force Recon Platoon Commander in the Marine Corps. Jake has lived a life in service to others, focusing on international poverty, as well as the dangers of political extremism in the United States. After spending his childhood in West Virginia, Jake matriculated to the United States Naval Academy – and upon graduating, went on to serve in the Marine Corps as an Infantry and Force Recon Platoon Commander. He left the Marine Corps after seven an...2021-06-2949 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackStan and Chris on Today's Pressing Leadership QuestionsThis week, Stan and Chris take some listener questions - and speak to some of the burning topics on their minds. As we transition out of the COVID-19 pandemic and look to the future of leadership, they took 40 minutes to dive into what they, and our listeners, are thinking about. They reflect on helpful lessons from communicating in a remote environment, consider the relationship between leadership and ego, as well as the tensions between habits, rule-following, and adapting to be efficient to attack crises at hand.2021-06-2248 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackRuba Borno: A Conversation with a "Make it Happen" ExecutiveThis week, Stan and Chris speak to Ruba Borno, Senior Vice President and General Manager in Cisco's Customer Experience organization. Stan first met Ruba when she was Chief of Staff to the CEO at Cisco and has been impressed at how Ruba has been a “make it happen” executive throughout the years. Ruba has her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and spent time at Boston Consulting Group before coming to Cisco in 2015 - where she has been Vice President of Growth Initiatives and Vice President and General Manager of Cisco Managed Services, before serving in her current role. Stan and Chri...2021-06-1547 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackLisa Gevelber on Google, Technology Equality, and Societal ChangeThis week, Stan and Chris speak to Lisa Gevelber, the Chief Marketing Officer, Americas Region at Google, and Vice President of Grow with Google. Lisa has had a fascinating career. A student of Psychology, Lisa started her career at Proctor and Gamble, working at a variety of companies (some start-ups) before moving to Google in 2010. Stan and Chris speak with Lisa about the challenges of technology equality, how she is building trusted networks with community partners to promote economic opportunity, and about Lisa's personal decision to focus her career and build a team for a cause she believes...2021-06-0848 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackGautam Mukunda: A Conversation with a Leadership ExpertThis week, Stan and Chris speak to Gautam Mukunda. Gautam is an expert in leadership who says he aims to have the world's most confusing resume. Gautam is a Jeopardy champion, former consultant, and a Research Fellow at Harvard Kennedy's Center for Public Leadership. He has degrees from Harvard, Dartmouth, and MIT and is the host of Nasdaq's "World Reimagined" podcast. Gautam speaks to leadership and power, the risks of having "superstars" on teams, and gives us a new perspective on the story of George Washington and his wooden teeth.2021-06-0158 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJeevan Kalanithi and Michael Fleischman On Start-up LeadershipThis week, Stan and Chris speak with Jeevan Kalanithi and Michael Fleischman of OpenSpace. Jeevan is the CEO, and Michael is the Co-founder and Chief Scientist of OpenSpace, which provides cutting-edge technology for capturing and mapping job sites. Jeevan and Michael speak about building a narrative around new technology, how OpenSpace could have helped with Boston's Big Dig Project, and how tech start-up leaders are unique.2021-05-2548 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJamil Farshchi on Risk and ResponsibilityIn light of the recent Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, Stan and Chris revisit a conversation they had with Jamil Farshchi, the Chief Information Security Officer at Equifax. Jamil has had a distinguished career in information security transformation: he was the first-ever Chief Information Security Officer at Time Warner and worked with both Home Depot and Equifax to build safer networks after their respective cyber breaches. Jamil shares the importance of building culture in our teams and discusses why security is everyone's responsibility in an organization.2021-05-2049 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackHenrik Andersen on leading environment changeThis week, Stan and Chris sat down with Henrik Andersen, President and CEO of Vestas Wind Systems. Henrik is leading in an industry that is driving large-scale, global change – shifting how people think, one wind turbine at a time. Henrik shares the importance of letting your leadership grow, trusting your team even in complex crises, in a world increasingly dependent on renewable energy.2021-05-1147 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackPatty Horoho: Lessons from the former Army Surgeon GeneralThis week, Stan and Chris speak with Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Patty Horoho, former Army Surgeon General and 23rd Chief of the Army Nurse Corps. Patty is the current CEO of OptumServe. Patty shares insights from her military career, her strategic viewpoint on healthcare, and what it was like to trailblaze as the first female and nurse Surgeon General.2021-05-0457 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackPatty Horoho: Lessons from the former Army Surgeon GeneralThis week, Stan and Chris speak with Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Patty Horoho, former Army Surgeon General and 23rd Chief of the Army Nurse Corps. Patty is the current CEO of OptumServe, a health services and innovation startup within United Health Group. Patty shares insights from her military career, her strategic viewpoint on healthcare, and what it was like to trailblaze as the first female and nurse Surgeon General.2021-05-0457 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackChristiana Riley on leading Deutsche Bank USAThis week, Stan and Chris sit down with Christiana Riley, CEO of Deutsche Bank USA Corporation. After a decades-long career in Germany, Christiana moved to NYC to lead the bank's American branch six months before the COVID-19 pandemic began. Christiana shares the power of communication in an essential global bank, why trust is an outcome and not an input, and what American society can learn from the German economy.2021-04-2751 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackLisa Jaster on "not letting the quit in"This week, Stan and Chris sat down with Lisa Jaster, a US Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel and Engineer, and one of the first three women to graduate Ranger School. While most candidates go to Ranger School in their 20s, Lisa was 37 when she graduated from the Army's grueling 62-day training course. Lisa reflects on the role of women in special operations, how fitness is key to her lifestyle and leadership in the military and private sector, and how she refuses to "let the quit in" when facing adversity.2021-04-2049 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJim Hackett on high ego and high empathyThis week, Stan and Chris sit down with Jim Hackett, former CEO and President of Ford Motor Company. Jim is no stranger to the CEO role: at 39 years old, Jim was the youngest CEO of Steelcase. He brings decades of expertise to the conversation, discussing why leadership is the intersection of high empathy and high ego, how to build precision at scale, and reveals what businesses can learn from mouses and elephants.2021-04-1351 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackPaul Fipps on brand, ambition, and digital transformationThis week, Stan and Chris sat down with Paul Fipps, former Chief Experience Officer at Under Armour and current Senior Vice President of Customer and Partner Excellence at ServiceNow. A former infantry soldier in the 82nd Airborne Division, Paul reflects how the Army shaped his leadership style. Paul discusses taking on “non-obvious roles” in companies to develop new skill sets, how and why you should be creating "epic experiences" for customers, and what questions you should be asking as your teams embark on digital transformation.2021-04-0650 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackTristan Harris on technology's potential and powerThis week, Stan and Chris speak with Tristan Harris, the Co-Founder & President of the Center for Humane Technology, the primary subject of the Netflix documentary, “The Social Dilemma,” and former Design Ethicist for Google. He brings years of experience in the technology sector to the conversation, focusing on social media's pervasive influence on how we think and interact. Between the addictive nature of our devices and how much influence something as little as the “like” button has on citizens worldwide, Tristan discusses how the power our technology holds is beyond measure.   We release our McChrystal Group Lea...2021-03-3059 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackSam Kennedy on leading the Boston Red Sox Sam Kennedy, President and CEO of the Boston Red Sox, says he works in the “toy of department of life,” providing joy, distraction, and excitement for fans nationwide. Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell sat with Sam at the beginning of the Red Sox’s Spring Training and discussed Sam’s three priorities for the Red Sox: winning games, preserving Fenway Park, and being active in the community. Sam shares what it’s like to lead in a fishbowl with some of the nation’s most enthusiastic fans and why the frontline employees at Fenway Park are the center of gravity for...2021-03-1652 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackTyson Voelkel on investing in a brighter futureThis week, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell sat down with Tyson Voelkel, the President of the Texas A&M Foundation. The Texas A&M Foundation aims to build a brighter future for Texas A&M University as its primary academic fundraising institution. Most recently, the Foundation raised over $4.25 billion in Texas’s largest higher education campaign - a scale of at least $1.2 million every day, for 365 days straight. Tyson is a thoughtful, adaptable leader who brings his 12 years of leadership as an infantry officer in the US Army to the Texas A&M Foundation. Stan and Chris talk to Tyson ab...2021-03-0950 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackKeith Krach on building networks of trustStan McChrystal once told Keith Krach that he was one of the few leaders he’s known in business that we could put a uniform on tomorrow and be effective as a general officer in the United States Army. This week, Stan and Chris Fussell sit down with Keith Krach, the former Chairman, CEO, & President of DocuSign, the former Chairman and CEO of Ariba, and most recently, the Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment. They discuss Keith’s leadership across the public and private sectors, how to build trust in new teams, and why we shou...2021-03-0246 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackRachel Maddow on the role of political media - then and nowEvery night at 9 p.m. EST, Rachel Maddow sits down to discuss the latest in American politics on her award-winning "The Rachel Maddow Show." This week, Stan and Chris explore Maddow's conclusions about leadership after her 13 years of examining the political space - discussing whether Americans overweigh the importance of leadership, as well as the role of media in politics, using history and experience as their guide.2021-02-2354 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackTransportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on the power of trust and local leadershipStan McChrystal and Chris Fussell first sat down with "Mayor Pete" Buttigieg in April of last year to record their first episode of No Turning Back. Stan and Chris release the episode's audio for the first time, revisiting now-Secretary Buttigieg's thoughts on the power of local leadership to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, the necessity of trust, and the need to innovate as we tackle global challenges. As Secretary Buttigieg starts his new role in the Cabinet, Stan and Chris reflect on the challenges and benefits of developing trust in teams - in an important time in our nation's history.2021-02-1645 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackBuilding the Space Force with Lt Gen SaltzmanWhat is the Space Force? How do you build a new armed service and lead a new frontier? This week, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell sit down with Lt Gen Saltzman, the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the United States Space Force, to hear the answers to these questions. As the first US Air Force general officer who was transferred and promoted in the Space Force, Lt Gen Saltzman discusses the newest armed service in the Department of Defense and shares what’s at stake for protecting our space capabilities. He relays important lessons about when to take revolutionary, and no...2021-02-0950 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackRoz Brewer, Incoming Walgreens' CEO, on value-based leadershipWalgreens has a new incoming CEO: Rosalind (Roz) Brewer. Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell revisit their fascinating conversation with Roz, reflecting on how her value-based approach to leadership, connection to frontline workers, and long-term focus on initiatives rather than immediate wins will position her well to take on the CEO role during the COVID-19 pandemic.2021-02-0232 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackTim Brown and Iain Roberts on Building Creative & Innovative TeamsTim Brown and Iain Roberts are experts within the design thinking field, and are the Executive Chair at IDEO and its Chief Operating Officer, respectively. This week, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell sit down with Tim and Iain to learn more about how design shapes the world to fit consumers' needs, how prototyping mitigates risk, and why organizations learn faster by building faster.2021-01-2654 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackMike Hayes on Navy SEAL training, decision-making, and serving othersStan McChrystal and Chris Fussell interview Mike Hayes, a 20-year veteran of the Navy SEALs, the former Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and most recently, the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMWare. Hayes is a dynamic and experienced leader who shares his changing perspective on risk as he shifts through industries, how he approaches the first 90 days in any new role, and what businesses can learn from the SEALs’ training technique to lift a giant log over your head.2021-01-1958 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackStan McChrystal and Chris Fussell Answer Listener QuestionsStan and Chris kick off the new year with an episode answering questions from No Turning Back listeners. This podcast started in April of 2020 during the heavy uncertainty of crisis, leaving leaders in uniquely tough situations trying to support the health of their team and business. It’s thanks to our listeners that we’ve been able to continue this podcast many guests and months later. Enjoy Stan and Chris as they answer questions on national service, leading through change, and their surprising career leadership lessons.2021-01-0535 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJan Singer on transforming and leading fashion giantsJan Singer is one of America's most experienced fashion retail CEOs. She's built a reputation and a playbook for effectiveness and agility through her CEO roles at Spanx, Victoria's Secret, and J.Crew. She joins Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell on this week's episode to share her experience of becoming a senior leader, transforming companies in the retail space, and leading them through the pressures of a pandemic.2020-12-0842 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackNorah O’Donnell on truth, facts, and the responsibility of leadersThis week, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell are joined by Norah O’Donnell, well known as the Lead Anchor & Editor for CBS Evening News, regular contributor to 60 Minutes, and third woman to ever solo anchor the evening news on a major network. She built her career on thorough investigative journalism and the belief that the key components of leadership are accuracy, truth, and relationship building. In this episode, you will hear about Norah’s commitment to the truth and commitment to serve the public through journalism.2020-11-2439 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackWes Moore: Robin Hood Foundation CEO on Fighting Poverty and Relentless Improvement as a LeaderStan McChrystal and Chris Fussell interview Wes Moore, an army combat veteran, national bestselling author, and CEO of Robin Hood Foundation, a major nonprofit trying to fight poverty in New York City. In this episode, Wes talks about his upbringing in Baltimore and New York and how his childhood experiences in the military academy was forging for him, putting him on a powerful path towards where he is now today, a young leader with a relentless focus on serving others.2020-11-0253 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJeff Immelt: Leading GE and Investing in New LeadersIn today’s episode, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell interview Jeff Immelt. Jeff is a Venture Partner at New Enterprise Associates and former Chairman and CEO of General Electric. From being a new member of a massive organization to running the company for well over a decade and a half, Jeff has lived through the leadership experience at every level. In this interview, Jeff talks about his book that will be soon released and shares the voice of a leader who has spent a few years diving deeply into their own experiences being very honest about strengths and weaknesses that he...2020-10-2744 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackMichèle Flournoy: National Security Leadership & Decision MakingIn this episode, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell interview Michèle Flournoy. Michèle, a managing Partner of WestExec Advisors located in D.C., has held multiple senior positions inside the Pentagon – including serving as Under Secretary of Defense for Policy during the Obama administration. She is known as a thoughtful and hardworking public servant and accomplished team builder for mission critical teams. In this episode, Michèle talks about the impact of leadership in national security, advising Presidents and Secretaries of Defense, and what she’s learned in the private sector since she left government 8 years ago.2020-10-1948 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackMolly Joseph: How Leaders Can Foster a Sense of CommunityStan McChrystal and Chris Fussell speak with Molly Joseph, Chief Executive Officer of UnitedHealthcare Global and Executive Vice President of UnitedHealth Group. They discuss the differences between leadership and management and the impact of authentic leadership on organizational morale and efficiency.2020-10-1235 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackSenator Joe Manchin: Creating Bipartisan Trust & Getting Things DoneIn this episode, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell are joined by West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin. Very few people have led at the levels that Senator Machin has - with over 15 years combined as a Governor and Senator. He entered the Senate in 2010 and over the past decade he has maintained a rare ability to create bipartisan relationships and trust. Together, they discuss how Senator Manchin approaches his role as a bridge builder, and how he navigates what ultimately has become a very lonely position in today's American politics.2020-10-0552 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackRoy March: Embracing Change in the Real Estate MarketIn this episode, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell are joined by Roy March, industry leader and CEO of Eastdil Secured. Together, they discuss building a collaborative, cohesive organization that inspires confidence in the team and with their clients, and how to embrace change in the real estate space while seizing opportunity in this dynamic market.2020-09-2848 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackAlex Gorsky: J&J CEO, on leadership in a pandemicAlex Gorsky is the long-time CEO of Johnson & Johnson. In this conversation, he talks about leading an American icon like J&J, and the company's contributions to the global effort for a Covid-19 vaccine. He also discusses with Stan the leadership lessons learned as junior infantry officers and West Pointers, and how those lessons shaped him as a CEO of a global company today.2020-09-1434 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackKeith Ferrazzi: Building Purposeful RelationshipsKeith Ferrazzi is an author of the best seller Never Eat Alone and the newly released Leading without authority. Earlier in his career Keith has worked closely with Michael Milken, was the CMO at Deloitte, and the youngest CMO at a Fortune 500, Starwood Hotels. In this episode, Keith, Stan and Chris discuss how to create personal networks and how to ignite hope and create transformation in today’s networked organizations.2020-09-0252 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackRoz Brewer: Connecting the C-Suite to the front linesRosalind (Roz) Brewer is the Chief Operating Officer at Starbucks. In this episode, Roz, Stan and Chris discuss the philosophy of leadership in times of constant change and how leaders can implement disciplined company-wide communication to enable speed of execution.  2020-08-3124 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackJamil Farshchi: Leading an Information Security TransformationJamil Farshchi is the Chief Information Security Officer of Equifax. He joined Equifax in 2018 after Equifax experienced a large breach of personal customer data, and for the past 2 years has been leading an information security transformation. Previously, he held senior information security positions at Visa, NASA, and more. In this episode, Jamil, Stan and Chris discuss how to think about leading in crisis, how a CISO can advise a CEO or a non-technical executive, and how to build mission-critical teams.2020-08-2442 minNo Turning BackNo Turning BackDoug McMillon: Leadership of the World's Largest CompanyIn this episode, Stan McChrystal and Chris Fussell interview Doug McMillon. Doug has been the CEO of Walmart, the world's largest company, since 2014. He is also the Chairman of the Business Roundtable, the association of CEOs of America's leading companies. In this interview, Doug shares how he thinks the role of the leader has changed through the turmoil of 2020, how to build a high-performing team, and managing a global enterprise of immense scale and complexity. Few leaders are as thoughtful as Doug, or as connected to the front-line employees. In this episode of No Turning Back, Stan and Chris dive...2020-08-1143 minA Bit of OptimismA Bit of OptimismQuiet Service with General Stan McChrystalGeneral Stan McChrystal was the Commander of The Joint Special Operations Command under President Obama and is the author of Team of Teams. He has had a colorful and distinguished career, but what I wanted to talk to him about is how he has lived a life of Quiet Service. This… is A Bit of Optimism.YouTube: http://youtube.com/simonsinekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinekLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinekPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/officialsimonsinek/  2020-08-0328 minChristopher Lochhead Follow Your Different™Christopher Lochhead Follow Your Different™4Star General Stan McChrystal: Crisis Leadership, Digital Business & Government, COVID19 & Advice for the US PresidentToday, we have a legendary conversation with a legendary American Hero, retired 4-Star General, bestselling author, entrepreneur and educator Stan McChrystal. He is the partner of Chris Fussel who was recently on Follow Your Different Episode #149. We get into these topics: leadership, digital leadership, crisis management, his view on how we got here with COVID19 and how we get out of it. We also discuss the digital divide between the public and private sectors and what we should do about, Pay special attention to The General’s advice for business leaders, State Governors and The President of The United States. An...2020-04-201h 03Mad Money w/ Jim CramerMad Money w/ Jim CramerNext Week’s Game Plan, Sanofi CEO, Owens & Minor CEO, Micron CEO & Gen. Stan McChrystalCramer takes you through this week's volatile market, what it could mean for next week's earning calls, and the future of the economy. Then, Cramer talks treatments and potential vaccines for COVID-19 with Sanofi CEO, Paul Hudson. And, an interview with Ed Pesicka, President & CEO of Owens & Minor on how his company is playing a vital role in keeping supply chains open for medical and surgical supplies. Plus, Sanjay Mehrotra, the President and CEO of Micron, joins Cramer to break down the company's recent quarterly report and what it means for the technology sector. Finally, Cramer goes one-on-one with General S...2020-03-2846 minMad Money w/ Jim CramerMad Money w/ Jim CramerNext Week’s Game Plan, Sanofi CEO, Owens & Minor CEO, Micron CEO & Gen. Stan McChrystalCramer takes you through this week's volatile market, what it could mean for next week's earning calls, and the future of the economy. Then, Cramer talks treatments and potential vaccines for COVID-19 with Sanofi CEO, Paul Hudson. And, an interview with Ed Pesicka, President & CEO of Owens & Minor on how his company is playing a vital role in keeping supply chains open for medical and surgical supplies. Plus, Sanjay Mehrotra, the President and CEO of Micron, joins Cramer to break down the company's recent quarterly report and what it means for the technology sector. Finally, Cramer goes one-on-one with General S...2020-03-2846 minMad Money w/ Jim CramerMad Money w/ Jim CramerNext Week’s Game Plan, Sanofi CEO, Owens & Minor CEO, Micron CEO & Gen. Stan McChrystalCramer takes you through this week's volatile market, what it could mean for next week's earning calls, and the future of the economy. Then, Cramer talks treatments and potential vaccines for COVID-19 with Sanofi CEO, Paul Hudson. And, an interview with Ed Pesicka, President & CEO of Owens & Minor on how his company is playing a vital role in keeping supply chains open for medical and surgical supplies. Plus, Sanjay Mehrotra, the President and CEO of Micron, joins Cramer to break down the company's recent quarterly report and what it means for the technology sector. Finally, Cramer goes one-on-one with General S...2020-03-2846 minMad Money w/ Jim CramerMad Money w/ Jim CramerNext Week’s Game Plan, Sanofi CEO, Owens & Minor CEO, Micron CEO & Gen. Stan McChrystalCramer takes you through this week's volatile market, what it could mean for next week's earning calls, and the future of the economy. Then, Cramer talks treatments and potential vaccines for COVID-19 with Sanofi CEO, Paul Hudson. And, an interview with Ed Pesicka, President & CEO of Owens & Minor on how his company is playing a vital role in keeping supply chains open for medical and surgical supplies. Plus, Sanjay Mehrotra, the President and CEO of Micron, joins Cramer to break down the company's recent quarterly report and what it means for the technology sector. Finally, Cramer goes one-on-one with General S...2020-03-2846 minThe Leadership PodcastThe Leadership PodcastTLP188: Interview with Stan McChrystal AND Dan PinkJoin us as we discuss our preparation for our interview with Stan McChrystal and Dan Pink - together - from 2-4pm EST on February 7th!  Now is your opportunity to let us know what you would like us to ask these thought leaders about the future of leadership and teams! Be sure to email your questions to: . The interview will livestream on our Facebook page: .    Key Takeaways [1:55] The last two episodes were of Stan McChrystal and Dan Pink, so be sure to listen to them before Jim and Jan go live with these two speakers on February 7th. [2:35] Both spe...2020-02-0523 minGreat InterviewsGreat Interviews#86: General Stan McChrystal on Eating One Meal Per Day, Special Ops, and Mental Toughness Podcast: The Tim Ferriss Show (LS 81 · TOP 0.01% what is this?)Episode: #86: General Stan McChrystal on Eating One Meal Per Day, Special Ops, and Mental ToughnessPub date: 2015-07-06Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationStanley McChrystal (@StanMcChrystal) retired from the U.S. Army as a four-star general after more than 34 years of service. Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates described McChrystal as "perhaps the finest warrior and leader of men in combat I ever met." From 2003 to 2008, McChrystal served as Commander of Joint Special Operations Comma...2019-04-301h 58