In my first time as a guest on a podcast, I get to have a conversation with 3 good friends on their Hardheaded podcast. 

In this light hearted but insightful discussion we each share our Top 3 skills to advance your career. We each have a unique perspective based on our diverse roles in large corporations, small businesses, and the military.

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Today's Guest

I'm actually the guest in this episode since I'm sharing the conversation I had as a guest on the Hardheaded podcast. 

Click here to read the full show biographies of Matt, Chet, and Troy.

You'll Learn

• More details of how Chet and I started our first podcast together
• The value of story telling to effectively communicate a message
• Why networking is critical to building a successful career
• How to build your own business while supporting your employees' side hustles
• The power of saying "yes" as a leader and trusting your team members to deliver
• The story of how Chet's dad cared for his Air Force buddies (and a future general) using government gear and a loophole

3 Fundamental Career Skills from Today's Guest

Matt Amos

1. Decisiveness

"A bad decision made quickly is better than no decision made at all."

2. Networking

Making connections with good intentions, to help other people not just for personal gain.

3. Integrity

Always being true to your word. When you say you are going to do something, you do it. Stick to your morals no matter what might happen. 

Troy Trussell

1. Web Development

Build the many skills that web development requires: software code writing, design, integrating systems.

2. Camera Operating and Editing

Filming and editing can be learned through practice. And, these skills can be used to run a lucrative side business.

3. Managing Multiple Roles as a Business Owner

Being able to put on and take off the various “hats” is a critical skill to be successful as a business owner. Wearing the “business owner hat” is the most important.

Chet Sears

1. Communication

Communicate clearly through story telling and avoid using slide presentations when possible.

2. Data-backed Boldness

Have the courage to speak up even when others won’t. Especially when you have data to support your position.

3. Modesty / Humility

Relate to every team member in a way that invites input and is not arrogant.

Links and Resources from this Episode

Hardheaded podcast website

Hardheaded on Apple Podcasts

Hardheaded on YouTube

Admiral’s Pennant Beard Oil website

Trussell Media website

The Kansas Leadership Center website

The book, Your Leadership Edge: Lead Anytime, Anywhere

For More Information

Check out the full show notes on the episode page on GregHarrod.com