While punishment is an option, it should be rarely used. “If your troops don’t execute the plan, then, of course, you should first look...

As a subordinate leader, you are setting an example. If you undermine the leader, it not only hurts them, it also hurts the morale...

Ideally, Decentralized Command is the preferred method for effective leadership. However, sometimes decentralized command and hands-off...

Just as there are many different types of people in the world, there are different types of bosses. Some good, and some that are not.

Leading peers is a demanding style of leadership. “When rank and position are equivalent, more tact is needed...

While subordinate leaders need to be confident, sometimes they can become overconfident. This then leads to arrogance and a lack of humility

“No matter what goes wrong, there is always some good to find in the setback.”

As the leader, it’s often said that it is easier to slow someone down than have to speed them up.

Taking ownership is not the same as doing all the work. As the leader, your subordinates will often come to you for solutions to problems...

“If a leader wants to be in charge of everything, then he or she should try to be in charge of nothing.”

Analysis paralysis is the term coined to define a leader's inability to decide because of an overwhelming amount of information.

Make every attempt to never take things personally. Your ego will be your enemy and you must fight it. Even when people ask for feedback...

There is a dichotomy between when to lead and when to step back and follow. A good leader knows when to step back and follow ...

“Leadership, in most cases, should be subtle”. You don’t need to go around and tell people you are the leader.

When taking over a new leadership position, there are several methods. One method is to immediately make changes while another is to...

Often in SEAL teams, the leader or LPO (lead petty officer) is chosen from its existing members. The LPO’s were typically chosen because...

Imposter Syndrome is the feeling of not being ready to lead or not deserving to lead. While some see this as a bad thing, it can be a good..

if I asked 100 leaders what they felt were the top attributes for success, I would get undoubtedly get a very long and varied list.

Performance is the number one way to be chosen to lead. Arrive early and stay late. Volunteer for challenging tasks, projects, and missions.

There are twelve fundamental rules to keep in mind as a leader. Here is an abbreviated version from the author: