

#162 Leif Babin - What Leadership Looks Like in the World’s Deadliest Warzones
155 snips Jan 22, 2025
Leif Babin, a decorated former Navy SEAL officer and leadership coach, shares gripping insights from his military career and the transition to civilian leadership. He emphasizes the importance of extreme ownership and accountability, drawing connections between battlefield strategies and boardroom dynamics. Babin also reflects on personal growth, resilience, and the bonds formed under pressure. The discussion blends heart-wrenching stories of sacrifice with leadership lessons applicable in both military and everyday life.
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Extreme Ownership
- Accept responsibility for everything your team does or fails to do.
- This "extreme ownership" empowers you to solve problems and improve.
Teamwork vs. Decentralized Command
- Teamwork, like "cover and move," translates easily from military to civilian life.
- Decentralized command, where everyone leads, is harder to implement.
Translating Military Principles
- Civilians quickly grasp military leadership principles when analogies are used.
- The biggest excuse people make is that it's harder for them than for others.