Teach Me to Fish "Helping Leaders better understand what drives People"

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today’s episode is with Ryan Leclair. She will talk about her first year at West Point, how it measured up to her expectations, the first two weeks of “Beast”, what she has learned so far, and what she is looking forward to the most in her second year. She’ll tell a few stories and hint at what’s driving her and her teammates. K...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here.  This episode is with John Howell. John is a National Guard Major, full-time recruiter, and social media influencer known for his content on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok as ServantOfLeaders. We discuss his journey on active duty and how he transitioned from infantry to military intelligence, to National Guard, back to Infantry...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This conversation is with Trevor Gocke. Trevor is a graduate of Louisville ROTC who recently transitioned as a captain from the Army to the Air National Guard. Like so many, his success has come disguised as hard work and perseverance. Trevor describes the leaders and mentors he had along the way who modeled the leadership he tr...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This conversation is a journey going full circle from West Point to commanding the Senior Military Colleges across our nation.  Jason Wayne will share his story and how it's built him into the leader he is today, and how he's paying it back with his cadets and instructors.  Learn what ROTC is doing these days and how y...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. What do you want your organization to be known for? This is your unit’s reputation.  What do you want to be known for? This is your reputation.  Your reputation and your organization’s WILL BECOME ONE.  Three Buckets: 1.        Know exactly who you are. “This is what I believe.” 2.        Figure out what the organization needs....

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is with Mike Kloepper. Mike shares his experiences growing up in some of the most historic units in the Army and the lessons he learned from the People who shaped him into the leader he is today. Currently, Mike is the Brigade Tactical Officer at West Point and discusses at length how he has the best job in the Army...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is with Jason Schmidt. He is the Command Sergeant Major of the United States Army Pacific and a genuinely great dude and teammate.  We’ll discuss his journey growing up in the Army and progressing through some historic cavalry units.  He shares his insights into the backbone of the Army, our Non-Commissioned Officer...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. For those who know  Brigadier General Kevin Williams, this conversation will sound very familiar. Because he’s been not only sharing his warfighting mentality for so many years, he’s been living it.  I’m so thankful to spend so much time with him compiling his thoughts and sharing them with you.  Why Teach Me to Fish?  Catch som...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Finding the words to describe this conversation with Charles Burrow is hard. Because it’s hard to explain something special, unique, and memorable. It’s hard to define “Lightning in a Bottle”. For us, we just called it “First Rock”.  We hope you enjoy today’s conversation.  Through the conversation we will discuss: Why he joined...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today’s episode is with Joe Bocchi.  Joe recently left the Army and is sharing his story about his experiences as a junior officer and company commander. Most of our conversation is about the People and leadership that inspired him during his time in the Army and how he intends to emulate that leadership outside of the Army.  Jo...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Get it out of your head and into your life.  The purpose of this episode is to share how January went - focusing on our goals, whether we are on the path, and specifying steps along the way to get there. To do this, we'll execute a "Morning Standup" and let the conversation go where it takes us. Again... A Morning...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's episode is with Jaime Jarrard.  Jamie Jarrard is a recently retired Lieutenant General in the U.S. Army. His most notable duties include Deputy Commander for U.S. Army Pacific, the Chief of Staff for INDOPACOM, and Commander for the 25th Infantry Division.  He served most of his career throughout special operations...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Let’s Go 2025! The purpose of this episode is to gain clarity on 2025 by focusing on our goals, getting on a path, and specifying steps along the way to get there.  To do this, we’ll execute a “Morning Standup” and let the conversation go where it takes us.  A Morning Standup takes between 15-25 minutes.  5 min: Each person shar...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's episode is with Mike Albaugh.  I've always seen Mike as my Go-To Guy to give it to me straight and for advice throughout my career.  Not only is he an amazing NCO with more experience than most, and a historic career, but he's also a great friend with a vision for great things after the Army.  I hope you e...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is for those thinking about how to close out 2024. How to end with a bang, and set yourself up for 2025. Don't wait until January, start today. It starts with systems, habits, routines, and preparation you put into each day. That's the "Ideal Day". Listen to episode #18 to refresh yourself on how...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's conversation is with First Sergeant Don Castelow. Don is the kind of leader who raises the level of every room, event, and exercise he participates in.  Don dives into his story of growing up in the Army, starting a family, and contributing more than his share to every task at every unit he is part of.  He discusses...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's Episode is a Morning Standup. We will discuss what's been going on for the last few weeks, what's the ONE thing we have to do to be successful this week, what big decisions we have coming up, and get some things off our chest.  We hope this episode helps you think through what you want to do to have an awe...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This conversation is with Shaun Curry. Shaun is a lifetime Soldier who worked his way up from a private in 2nd Ranger Battalion during the 9/11 attacks, to the Command Sergeant Major for the 25th Infantry Division and United States Army Hawaii.  Shaun centers his life around helping over 100+ thousand Soldiers, Families, and civ...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode is focused on knowing yourself, knowing your People, and knowing your environment. Spending time to develop in these areas helps you generate "Intuition" or "Commander's Intuition". It Starts with knowing your values: 1. Character - Doing what's right 2. Competence - Being able to do wh...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today’s conversation is with Raphael Vasquez. Raphael is a gifted storyteller with an amazing attention to detail balanced with an infectious sense of humor and humility.  Raphael is a career Army officer who enlisted in the Army and served as an NCO in 2nd Ranger Battalion before becoming an officer. He is now teaching at the A...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's conversation is with Konrad Kearcher. Konrad is a student at the Army's School for Advanced Military Studies "SAMS".  Konrad and I sat down for a quick conversation to catch up, share his story, with you, spark some ideas for his future studies, and hear what is on his mind as he goes from being a cap...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's episode we're going to hear from a handful of People who recently chose to serve, and a couple who have been serving for a few years.  They will talk about some of the things they are NOT looking forward to. Some of the disappointing things they have experienced already.  They will also talk about what's o...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode was recorded a year ago. A lot of things sound similar. Trivius and I were transitioning jobs, moving our families, taking on new responsibilities, and doing our best to keep learning and growing as leaders, for any team we are a part of. We hope this episode helps you reflect on where you were a year ago, and be pr...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Today's conversation is with Brigid Hickman.   When people talk about Brigid, the most common statement is "She is not only the best intelligence officer I know, she is possibly the best person."  She is laser-focused,  empathetic, and courageous enough to share her most challenging times in the Army and life with...

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This conversation is with Charlie Shields.  Charlie is an Army Chaplain who joined when he was 17 years old, grew up as a Ranger, and helped stand up some of the most elite units of our time. He finished his enlisted years as a drill sergeant before going to school and becoming a Chaplain.  Charlie is on a different level in ter...