How to Lead During Chaos – BGen Bill David
The Aerospace Executive Podcast
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Show Notes
Leaders must find ways to push their teams through change and chaos to deliver outstanding results, but how do you do so when the world changes in an instant? Brigadier General William C. ‘Bill’ David (US Army ret.) shares how to execute change, lead teams and manage expectations in rapidly changing environments.
Stay calm if you can, talk to your customers and talk to your employees. -Bill David
Takeaways + Tactics
- Don’t be afraid to over communicate with customers. The best way to stay abreast of our customers’ needs is through constant dialogue.
- Evaluate current personnel. Now is the time for leaders to evaluate whether teammates fit company values and make necessary adjustments.
- Be transparent. For businesses to survive the storm means being open with where they are and where they are going.
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Guest Bio
Brigadier General William C. ‘Bill’ David is the advisor and subject matter expert at Valiant Integrated Services. He is a decorated army veteran, having led the historic “Blackhawk Down” rescue of Task Force Ranger in Somalia. Following his retirement from active duty, Bill worked for 15 years in the private sector in executive management positions in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
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