John Hillen

In this insightful discussion, Dr. John Hillen, a leadership and strategy professor at George Mason University and co-author of 'What Happens Now?', delves into the necessity for leaders to continually evolve to meet organizational growth. He highlights the risks of leadership stalls and the need for self-awareness and adaptability. The conversation covers essential elements of effective leadership, such as vision and strategic thinking, while also addressing how personal passions like literature can enhance leadership skills. It's a call to reinvent oneself to avoid being outpaced by change.

Join Dr. John Hillen, a former Assistant Secretary of State and author of 'What Happens Now?', alongside Daniel Tardy and Sarah Sloyan from Ramsey Solutions. They dive into critical leadership themes like the necessity of reinventing oneself as a leader in response to business growth. They discuss the importance of cohesive leadership teams, the dynamics of delegation, and the need for succession planning. Insights on overcoming personal stalls and empowering future leaders round out the conversation, making for an engaging discussion on effective leadership.

John Hillen, a distinguished fellow at Duke University and former U.S. assistant secretary of state, discusses vital topics in civic education and leadership. He emphasizes the role of higher education in fostering American civics to unite a divided society. Hillen advocates for experiential learning and strategic thinking as essential for future leaders. He also highlights the importance of understanding American grand strategy and the need for informed patriotism to cultivate a strong narrative of governance for future generations.