From the Battlefield to the Boardroom Podcast - Episode 78

5 Tips for Leading When You're Not the Boss

Sometimes leadership means having formal authority but other times it's not so clear cut.

In the military you've gained skills and attributes that make you a great fit for a leadership positions, but not every company is willing to take a chance by offering you that type of position without seeing how you work as part of a team first.

 




 

Sometimes leadership means having formal authority but other times it's not so clear cut. In the military you've gained skills and attributes that make you a great fit for a leadership positions, but not every company is willing to take a chance by offering you that type of position without seeing how you work as part of a team first.

Dave Lehmkuhl, a Regional Manager at Orion, joins the show to discuss his experience as a leader outside of the military. Dave will discuss 5 tips for adding value and positioning yourself as a leader. Topics include:

  • The importance of establishing goals
  • How to engage others
  • Providing and receiving feedback