When I went through Army basic training, I got put in as a squad leader early on… and somehow never got fired the entire cycle.

Looking back, I think they just forgot about me half the time.

But I took it seriously. I made sure my squad was squared away, covered the small things, and adapted when I needed to.

I was only 18, figuring it out as I went.

It’s funny now, but it was one of the first times I realized that leadership isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about showing up, taking responsibility, and doing your best with what you’ve got.

This clip comes from my most recent episode, with my guest, Mike Keevil. If you liked what you heard here, you'll definitely enjoy the full episode.

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