

S4:E9 (VIDEO) — LIVE: Raising the Leadership Lid — A Navy Cyber Commander’s Perspective
Jun 23, 2025
Discover how your leadership potential directly impacts your team's success. Explore the 'Law of the Lid' and 'Law of Influence' to understand how personal growth shapes organizational outcomes. Learn powerful insights from a Navy cyber commander on building trust, credibility, and genuine influence. Reflect on timeless wisdom from historical leaders to guide modern leadership practices. Embrace the journey of continuous learning and holistic development to inspire meaningful change.
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Leadership Ability Sets The Ceiling
- Your leadership ability is the ceiling limiting your team’s success.
- To raise your organization’s potential, you must raise your own leadership capacity first.
Young Officer Hits Leadership Lid
- As a young Navy officer, BZ Zynga struggled with decision hesitation during a cyber threat.
- His uncertainty constrained his team's boldness and performance.
Embrace Stretch Opportunities
- Seek out projects slightly beyond your current skills to push growth.
- Growth happens outside the comfort zone through deliberate challenges.