Simon Kardynal

Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front

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Are you tired of surface-level leadership podcasts that offer quick platitudes but lack the substance and depth to solve the bigger challenges?  If so, welcome to Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front , where we offer battle-tested strategies that are used in the front lines of leadership RIGHT NOW. Hosted by Simon Kardynal , a 29-year Canadian Armed Forces veteran and Chief Warrant Officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force , this internationally acclaimed podcast delivers the raw, real-world insights leaders need to thrive on the leadership battlefield. With 119 regular episodes and dozen...

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Author

Simon Kardynal

Category

Business

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2025

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Episodes

S01E11 - Mindfulness and Leading, They Really Are Connected featuring Courtney Johannesen 06.09.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Being an experienced leader is stressful. Being a new leader, either for the very first t...

S01E10 - How to be an Effective Active Listener featuring Simon Kardynal 30.08.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . When you’re talking to a colleague, a friend, or your boss, how often do you find yoursel...

S01E09 - The Gang's All Here featuring the Sketchs Ink Team (Part 3 of 3) 23.08.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Welcome to the third and final episode in this 3-part podcast mini-series with the team f...

S01E08 - The Sketchs Ink Team Fact-Checks Brandon’s Leadership Philosophies featuring the Team (Part 2 of 3) 16.08.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Welcome to this second episode in a 3-part mini-series. In episode one of this 3-part min...

S01E07 - Leading Small Teams featuring Brandon Maloney (Part 1 of 3) 09.08.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People .   One of the largest challenges for emerging leaders is the belief that large gestures, b...

S01E06 - The Successful Leader Uses Creative Tension & Repeatable Language featuring Jason Donkersgoed 02.08.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People .   In today’s episode, I’ve invited my good friend, Jason Donkersgoed to join us to talk a...

S01E05 - How We Fall Into Leadership Roles featuring Gillian Tietz, MSc 26.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Leadership principles can be taught, they can be memorized and learned. Leadership can ev...

S01E04 - So, You’re a Leader (in job title at least), Now What? featuring Leah Gregg 19.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People .   Congratulations!  You have been promoted and given your first team to lead.  Now what? ...

S01E03 - The Relationship Between Influence and Connections featuring Simon Kardynal 12.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Often, either as leaders or followers, we don’t see or realize the immediate impact that...

S01E02 - You’re the New Team Lead? Guess what? You’re NOT alone! featuring Megan Boire, Simon Chiu, and Derek Stratton 12.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Being the boss can seem daunting, especially if it’s the first few times you’ve been form...

S01E01 - Gutsy Leadership featuring Marisa Santoro 12.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . It’s never easy being the new person to a team, and this is made all the more challenging...

Master of Arts in Leadership - Associated Knowledge Product Episode 1 of 3 09.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) degree program from Royal Roads University (RRU),...

Master of Arts in Leadership - Associated Knowledge Product Episode 2 of 3 09.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) degree program from Royal Roads University (RRU),...

Master of Arts in Leadership - Associated Knowledge Product Episode 3 of 3 09.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . The Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL) degree program from Royal Roads University (RRU),...

Trailer #4 - Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front, hosted by Simon Kardynal 05.07.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Can you believe it!?!  In just one short week, Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Fron...

Trailer #3 - Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front, hosted by Simon Kardynal 28.06.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Hi everyone, it’s Simon Kardynal, your host for Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Fro...

Trailer #2 - Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front, hosted by Simon Kardynal 12.06.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . In just one month, Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front, with me your host, Simon...

Trailer #1 - Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front, hosted by Simon Kardynal 29.05.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People . Leadership is bloody, and arguably, the leaders who get the bloodiest are the emerging le...

S01E00 - And the Listener Asks, "Why Should I Listen to Your Podcast?" 29.05.2021

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why. I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishnaabeg Algonquin People .   I have been in your shoes. I have been that subordinate who was suddenly the boss of my...

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