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In this episode, I break down the 6 Core Principles of Leadership that have helped me grow teams, lead a family, and scale businesses. Whether you're leading at home or in business, this episode lays out what it takes to actually be a leader people want to follow.

I’ve led as a military officer, built multiple companies, and been married with kids for 15+ years—this is the leadership playbook I rely on every day.

💡 Core Leadership Principles:

• Listen First: If you’re doing all the talking, you’re doing it wrong. Listening earns trust and reveals the real problems.
• Have the Plan: Your people don’t need perfection—they need direction. Step up and provide clarity.
• Be Humble: Leadership isn’t about being the smartest. It's about serving others and admitting what you don’t know.
• Make Decisions: Indecision kills momentum. Make the call and execute—even if it’s not perfect.
• Communicate the Why: People need to understand the purpose behind the work. Without it, there’s no buy-in.
• Build Relationships: Trust, care, and respect form the foundation of real leadership—at home and at work.

🧠 Apply This Episode If:

• You want to lead your business more effectively.
• You’re struggling to rally your team or your family behind a vision.
• You know leadership matters but aren’t sure where to start.

⏱️ Chapters:

• 00:00 Leadership Is the Leverage You’re Missing
• 00:45 Why Listening Is the Most Underrated Skill
• 02:00 You Must Have the Plan
• 03:10 Humility Makes You More Trustworthy
• 04:20 Decisions Must Be Made Quickly
• 05:20 Always Explain the Why
• 06:30 How to Build Real Relationships That Drive Results

📣 Takeaway: You don’t earn leadership—you live it every day. If you apply these six principles, you’ll not only lead better, but you’ll build something that lasts.

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