No Way Out Transformative Leadership in Challenging Times with the Honorable Thomas Modly
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Nov 21, 2024 
Join Thomas Modly, esteemed author of "Vectors" and former Pentagon leader, as he shares insights from his Navy journey. He discusses the vital role of agile thinking in leadership, especially during crises like the USS Theodore Roosevelt incident amid COVID-19. Modly highlights cultural evolution within the Navy, emphasizing teamwork and adaptability. He also addresses the importance of supporting veterans and the impact of charitable endeavors. This engaging conversation offers powerful lessons for leaders in any field.
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Career Path
- Thomas Modly's career journeyed between government and the private sector.
- He served 7 years in the Navy, taught at the Air Force Academy, worked in corporate strategy, and then returned to the Pentagon.
DOGE Ineffectiveness
- Creating a new federal agency for government efficiency (DOGE) is counterintuitive.
- Real change requires a small, dedicated team and focused efforts on removing obstacles, not more bureaucracy.
Baghdad Bureaucracy
- In 2006 Baghdad, a new State Department diversity officer's arrival symbolized bureaucratic growth amidst war.
- This highlighted a misplaced focus on bureaucracy over mission-critical objectives.
