In this episode of TUC0's Talks, I sit down with Aleks Ring—a no-nonsense forensic accountant and tough-as-nails Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserves. We dig into her military career, the leaders who’ve left a mark on her, and how she’s always pushing for self-improvement and constant growth. Aleks doesn’t just talk leadership—she lives it. She also breaks down her passion for counter-threat finance (trust me, it’s intense) and her fight to bring mental health issues in the military to the frontlines. Plus, Aleks invites you to check out her own podcast, Not Your Average Breakdown, and connect with her on LinkedIn!

Keywords

Alex Ring, forensic accountant, military career, leadership, self-development, counter-threat finance, mental health, podcast

Takeaways

• Leaders should invest time in self-development to become effective servant leaders.

• True leaders lead by influence, not just authority.

• Mentoring and guiding young leaders can have a significant impact on their career trajectory.

• Alex is a mental health advocate and offers advice and consulting in counter-threat finance and forensic accounting.

• Listeners can connect with Alex on LinkedIn and check out her podcast, 'Not Your Average Breakdown.'

Sound Bites

"Constant self-development is the key to servant leadership."

"True leaders really lead by influence."

"She got me promoted to a specialist."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

08:25 Recognizing High Performance

09:22 Imposter Syndrome and Overcoming Challenges

17:01 Leaders Who Made an Impact

25:48 Leading a Young Alex Ring

29:46 Advice for Young Leaders and Current Endeavors

Aleks Ring, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleks-jurisin

Podcast: Not Your Average Breakdown Podcast

NYAB Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@NYABPod

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So, why start the podcast, and why do we talk about Leadership?

Well, after 20 years in the military, 19 of which were in combat operations, it was pretty much a guarantee that I was going to have some challenges I needed to work through. Today I share my issues, and hopefully how you can avoid them, or at least minimize the risk.

In this informative leadership video, we dive deep into the world of leadership and organizational management. Join us as we leverage the valuable experience of senior leaders, gaining insights and practical advice on how to lead and take care of people. Discover the power of empathetic leadership, and the importance of putting people first. We'll explore the concept of failing forward, and how it can contribute to personal and professional growth. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from leadership experts and enhance your own leadership skills. Subscribe now to unlock the secrets of successful leadership and achieve a healthier work-life balance while taking care of your own mental health.

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Today on TUC0’s Talks, we have COL (Ret.) Shannon Whiteman, where she shares her insights on leadership and personal growth. Shannon emphasizes the importance of caring for people and being a person of integrity. She also discusses the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field and the balance between vulnerability and commanding respect. She encourages leaders to push boundaries, embrace their uniqueness, and constantly learn and innovate. Shannon's final thoughts include the importance of connecting with and listening to others, facing unconscious bias, and leading high-potential individuals. Overall, the conversation highlights the significance of empathy, compassion, and continuous self-improvement in leadership. Keywords: Leadership, personal growth, caring for people, Integrity, Vulnerability, Respect, pushing boundaries, Uniqueness, continuous learning, Innovation, connecting with others, unconscious bias, high-potential individuals, Empathy, Compassion, Self-Improvement Takeaways: - Leadership is about caring for people, being a person of integrity, and having excellent communication skills. - Vulnerability and compassion can coexist with commanding respect as a leader. - Pushing boundaries, embracing uniqueness, and constantly learning and innovating are essential for personal and professional growth. - Connecting with and listening to others, facing unconscious bias, and leading high-potential individuals are crucial aspects of effective leadership. - Empathy, compassion, and continuous self-improvement are key qualities for successful leadership. Sound Bites: "Leadership isn't a checklist. It is about caring for your people. It is about being a person of integrity." "Being vulnerable and compassionate, but then still command respect. It's a difficult balance." "Constantly learning innovation, to think outside the box. That's a skill set that I don't think I like learning, but it was just innate to who I was." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:05 Taking Time to Reflect and Relax 08:09 The Impactful Leader 12:36 Balancing Vulnerability and Commanding Respect 21:31 Embracing Uniqueness and Pushing Boundaries 28:00 Continuous Learning and Personal Growth 33:50 Caring for People and Facing Unconscious Bias 39:23 Final Thoughts and Conclusion -------------------------------- So, why start the podcast, and why do we talk about Leadership? Well, after 20 years in the military, 19 of which were in combat operations, it was pretty much a guarantee that I was going to have some challenges I needed to work through. Today I share my issues, and hopefully how you can avoid them, or at least minimize the risk. In this informative leadership video, we dive deep into the world of leadership and organizational management. Join us as we leverage the valuable experience of senior leaders, gaining insights and practical advice on how to lead and take care of people. Discover the power of empathetic leadership, and the importance of putting people first. We'll explore the concept of failing forward, and how it can contribute to personal and professional growth. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from leadership experts and enhance your own leadership skills. Subscribe now to unlock the secrets of successful leadership and achieve a healthier work-life balance while taking care of your own mental health. #tuc0talks For more information on TUC0’s Talks check out our social media: YouTube Channel: @TUC0talks Rumble: @TUC0talks Instagram: @TUC0talks Twitter: @TUC0talks TikTok: @TUC0talks LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chris-m-wright

Today on TUC0’s Talks, Chris interviews Coach Lacy Gilbert, the athletic director at Wesleyan School in Georgia, and discusses the qualities she looks for in coaches and the importance of building relationships with student-athletes. She emphasizes the significance of being intentional in leadership and investing in the personal growth of coaches. Coach Gilbert also highlights the balance between winning and creating a positive team culture, and how winning is often a byproduct of strong relationships and a focus on character development. She encourages young leaders to be learners, to know their strengths and weaknesses, and to seek guidance from experienced coaches. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships, being intentional in leadership, and creating a positive team culture.

Keywords:

coach, athletic director, relationships, intentionality, team culture, winning, leadership, learning

Takeaways:

• Building strong relationships with student-athletes is a key aspect of coaching

• Being intentional in leadership and investing in the personal growth of coaches is crucial

• Winning is a byproduct of strong relationships and a positive team culture

• Young leaders should be learners, know their strengths and weaknesses, and seek guidance from experienced coaches

Sound Bites:

"I want people that are relationship people that really want to get to know our kids"

"Winning is a byproduct of those other things"

"Be willing to be interrupted because sometimes the best moments come from interruptions"

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:05 Qualities of Coaches at Wesleyan School

05:13 Observation and Assessment of Coaches

08:11 Transition to Athletic Director Role

10:32 Being Intentional in Leadership

13:03 Assessing Strengths and Weaknesses

16:38 The Role of Winning and Team Culture

21:27 Characteristics of Great Coaches

25:33 Advice for Young Leaders in Coaching

28:56 Closing Remarks

Wesleyan School - www.wesleyanschool.org

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So, why start the podcast, and why do we talk about Leadership?

Well, after 20 years in the military, 19 of which were in combat operations, it was pretty much a guarantee that I was going to have some challenges I needed to work through. Today I share my issues, and hopefully how you can avoid them, or at least minimize the risk.

In this informative leadership video, we dive deep into the world of leadership and organizational management. Join us as we leverage the valuable experience of senior leaders, gaining insights and practical advice on how to lead and take care of people. Discover the power of empathetic leadership, and the importance of putting people first. We'll explore the concept of failing forward, and how it can contribute to personal and professional growth. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from leadership experts and enhance your own leadership skills. Subscribe now to unlock the secrets of successful leadership and achieve a healthier work-life balance while taking care of your own mental health.

#tuc0talks

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