The Jordan Harbinger Show 351: General Martin Dempsey | No Time For Spectators
May 14, 2020
General Martin Dempsey, a retired Army general and former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, shares insights from his diverse military career and his book, 'No Time for Spectators.' He emphasizes the vital skill of following in leadership and the importance of character built through everyday choices. Dempsey recounts how unexpected assignments can lead to significant roles and discusses the delicate balance of influence and authority in leadership, alongside the necessity of trust and communication when advising presidents.
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Unexpected Path
- General Dempsey initially wanted to be a Supreme Court Justice.
- His mother's tears after he got a telegram from West Point led to his 45-year military career.
Missed Opportunity
- Jordan Harbinger considered joining the military but wanted to study Russian and Arabic.
- The military's need for engineers and dismissal of those languages as unimportant deterred him.
Fortuitous Assignment
- General Dempsey was initially disappointed by an assignment to Saudi Arabia.
- This assignment unexpectedly prepared him for critical future roles in the Middle East.
