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Great podcast and insight from leaders across the services. Just became a buy you a beer contributor.
- breach_bang_blow
- Oct. 14, 2022
Outstanding Leadership Podcast
A truly outstanding military leadership podcast. Having listened to every episode, each one has worthwhile insight from some of the top leaders in the DOD. Should be required PME to listen to as hundreds of real world examples of leadership can be heard from top Officers and Enlisted members of the military on as guests. Young Lieutenants and Corporals all the way up to Colonels and Generals will be able to take something away from this podcast and action on to improve their leadership skills in their day to day life.
- Zac L. (USMC)
- Oct. 13, 2022
A Call to Action
I have found that if you ask junior leaders and junior Marines what they want, what motivates and inspires them, and where they think the institution’s priorities should be, you get insight to the culture on the ground and you can see that, by and large, they’re frustrated that it’s not being upheld. Then Dave interviews senior leaders—2 and 3-star officers, sergeants major, first sergeants—and you realize that these leaders also have this same cultural mindset. So where is the disconnect? How is it that the commander’s intent isn’t being met if these two groups are aligned? I think the answer is “mid-level management.” Mid-level staff officers and SNCOs are often the ones driving events (or not driving them) and we need to ask why. MIL offers great stories and insight, but it really should drive meaningful conversations about internal recruiting of key billets and be a call to action to hold the mid-level staff of the institution accountable for failing the expectations of its most junior and senior Marines and sailors.
- Devil's in the Details
- Oct. 8, 2022
A must listen for any aspiring small unit leader
I'm a Sergeant in the Marine Corps, and I feel like every time I listen to this podcast I get another peek behind the elusive curtains that hide most of the thought processes of those in the highest positions. As someone who was a Lance Corporal in 2nd MarDiv when the BDR dropped, I had no idea what was happening, but being able to hear what was going through the head of the commander really made me think about why it happened. This podcast is very valuable for anyone, whether as a civilian, or a military member doing 4-40 years.
- Wooceanman
- Oct. 6, 2022
Moments in Leadership
I am a retired Marine. I wish I had access to these kinds of leadership lessons when I was a young leader. Anyone listening to this podcast will come away with outstanding leadership Insights to use in their careers.
- Rich1558
- Oct. 4, 2022
Excellent source for leadership and life lessons in the profession of arms
As a fresh commissionee in the Corps, I constantly wait for new episodes featuring members from all across the force on how to embody leadership in a constantly evolving environment. Each perspective offers a different lens on how to lead young Marines (or other service members) and be led yourself. In my experience, MIL is far and away one of the best podcasts out there for leaders striving to improve their craft.
- Davywavyhavy
- Sept. 13, 2022
Great conversations.
Timeless leadership lessons from giants. Keep it up! There are lessons here for all ranks and positions!
- rmh0302
- Sept. 13, 2022
Great Podcast for leadership lessons
Great discussions for young leaders to listen to and ponder. Please keep this going. Can't wait for more content. Recommend an episode regarding leadership with Scott Huesing, writer of Echo in Ramadi.
- Paul Micah
- Sept. 10, 2022
- G.A.S.!
- Aug. 31, 2022
Where was this 20 years ago?
Invaluable. Should be mandatory listening for all ranks. Focus listening at the schoolhouses and have a PODclub like a book club at each unit. Armstrong is killing it in the arena.
- vcd523
- Aug. 30, 2022
- JakePags
- Aug. 24, 2022
- jwh4usmc
- Aug. 21, 2022
Overwhelmingly Enlightening
This podcast should be required listening for all ranks. I am ALWAYS exhaustingly checked the social media pages and podcast library to see if I missed any episodes or time remaining in those episodes. S/F
- 'Fato7212
- Aug. 21, 2022
Well done; very insightful!
Well done Dave, keep it going, as a Naval officer, I would greatly appreciate you having some Senior Navy Officers on your podcast..we are having some challenges with our ship commanders….i would love to here perspectives from fleet Admirals!
- aytch47
- Aug. 14, 2022
- gramsey712
- Aug. 4, 2022
Every Leader Must Subscribe
Insightful, witty, thought provoking and relevant.
It has had a profound impact on my approach to operational planning, leadership and teaching the Marines in my unit.
Please continue getting incredible servant leaders and accomplished veterans, because it is having an indelible, positive impact on our Corps. (Recommend LtCol Scott Cuomo for the next one; maybe I’m biased because I was on his staff)
Sir, you are doing the Lord’s work.
Bravo Zulu.
S/F
Capt Ramirez, M.A.
- m.Ramirez
- Aug. 1, 2022
Thoughtful, Smart, Fantastic
Everyone interested in leadership, regardless of whether they’ve been in the military or not, should listen to this. I’ve listened to every episode. Dave Armstrong is a fantastic interviewer. He relies on his own vast experience to ask thoughtful and thought-provoking questions of successful military leaders, all of whom display their depth as human beings and genuine concern for those they’ve led. The best of military leadership have lessons for all aspects of life.
- Mike Zum
- July 21, 2022
High Impact Listening
Phenomenal podcast for leaders of all grades. Articulate host with questions and personal experiences that draw truly insightful responses from guests. Some of the highest fidelity content out there. Excited to stay tuned and share with my Marines. Semper Fi!
- run26runn
- July 18, 2022
Leadership Handbook
This podcast is a remarkable guide and tool for leaders of any experience level. The vast experiences and stories shared from senior leaders with Mr. Armstrong are nothing short of incredible. This podcast allows young leaders of both military and civilian organizations to learn from the mistakes of successful people who have used those mistakes to better themselves and those around them. A must listen for anyone at any level of leadership.
- Landon_Workman
- July 17, 2022
Semper Fi
Young Corporal here currently a PltSgt and i'm here to learn.
I take notes while listening.
- Real quick real quick
- July 16, 2022
- Rich1558
- June 29, 2022
Outstanding!!
Dave has done such a great job in facilitating these podcasts. Very rarely does anyone get the opportunity to speak with and obtain the career insights of so many influential military leaders. As our nation and military continue to evolve, it is wonderful to hear the experiences of the Senior Enlisted and Senior Officers. You get the opportunity to hear their personal stories and how they became the leaders that they are today.
Thank you Dave for creating this platform! Keep it going!
S/F, Bo
- Bo Causey
- June 29, 2022
Fantastic
Dave pulls in the Corps current and retired leaders and pulls some of the most invaluable knowledge for everyone to learn.
- RSW0365
- June 10, 2022
Unbelievable lessons learned
This podcast is truly amazing. So many different lessons learned and so many to be shared.
- Charlie Hale - Md
- June 9, 2022