Writing Stuff Down: How to Change Your Business | Lazy Leverage #9

Join Brian and me as we explore the impact of leadership, adaptation, and the artful approach to business, drawing from Brian's experiences in the Marine Corps. We discuss the critical role of documentation, the innovative Team Wiki, and how effective communication is key to a thriving business environment.

Through our conversation, you'll discover:

00:00 Introduction and Reunion with Brian

00:10 Reminiscing Old Times and Lessons from CrossFit

00:44 The Beauty of Wikis and Immersion Systems

01:15 Transition from Marine Corps to Civilian Life

01:29 The Birth of Team Wiki

02:19 The Importance of Process Documentation

02:49 The Struggles of Transitioning to the Private Sector

04:25 The Power of Written Communication

04:27 The Role of St. John's in Shaping Perspectives

06:09 The Impact of Combat and Classics

07:36 The Power of Emergent Systems

07:51 The Importance of Ground Truth in Business

09:10 The Role of Leadership in Shaping Company Culture

11:20 The Importance of Understanding Your Employees

15:02 The Role of Team Wiki in Streamlining Operations

26:54 The High of Problem Solving

27:13 Transitioning from Shooter to Leader

27:21 The Role of a Leader in the Marine Corps

27:51 The Pitfalls of Being a 'Fixer' Leader

28:56 Understanding the Importance of Systems and Processes

31:58 The OODA Loop and Decision-Making

33:17 The Role of a Leader in Resource Management

33:36 The Importance of Open Communication and Feedback

14:55 The Power of Decentralized Command

43:02 The Value of Fiction in Understanding the World

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