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In today’s episode, we cover leadership, relationship building, and feedback with Brett Crozier. Brett graduated from the United States Naval Academy, served as the Commanding Officer of a combat F/A-18 strike fighter squadron, the world’s largest and most advanced communications ship USS Blue Ridge, and the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt before retiring from the Navy in 2022. Brett is the author of Surf When You Can: Lessons in Life, Loyalty, and Leadership from a Maverick Navy Captain.
On this episode of The Art of Charm, we interview Brett Crozier, retired Captain of the US Navy and former Commanding Officer of the USS Roosevelt. We dive into the importance of teamwork and leadership in implementing successful missions and running a floating city. Brett shares his experiences launching fighter jets and navigating the challenges of COVID-19 on the Roosevelt. He also provides valuable insights on building relationships and feedback mechanisms as a leader.
What to Listen For
- Introduction – 0:00
- Why has surfing always been important to Brett?
- What goals did Brett have when he first entered the Naval Academy?
- How did Brett’s fighter pilot experience influence his leadership abilities?
- Building Trust Cross Culturally – 10:08
- How do you build trust with someone from a different culture?
- Why are sports important to building relationships in structures of hierarchy?
- Relying on Instincts When Training isn’t Enough – 23:47
- What do you do when you encounter a situation that wasn’t covered in class or training?
- How do you make sure you get quality feedback from the people who matter?
- What two traits do you need to develop to be an effective leader?
- Navy Captain Sends Email, Gets Fired – 37:55
- Why did Brett Crozier lose his position as Captain of an aircraft carrier when COVID started?
Leadership is more than simply a position of authority; it's an opportunity to build relationships, bridge divides, and promote safe and healthy practices. From this discussion we can take away valuable lessons for not only overcoming challenges but also directing a team towards sustainable success. We can treat each situation as an opportunity to learn, grow, and build meaningful connections while developing skills that will aid us when leading others anywhere be it at home or work.
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