Leadership & Success with Coach BZ

S4:E133🎙️LIVE with Professor Casey Lucius, PhD, US Navy (Vet) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — Season 4 | Episode 133 “If you want to be extraordinary, be willing to do what no one else wants to do.” “Strategy without execution is just theory. Execution without strategy is just motion.” “In national security, the cost of poor decision-making is measured in lives, not headlines.” “Local government is the front line of democracy.” “Leadership is stewardship. You borrow authority—you don’t own it.” Mark your calendars for a special full-circle leadership conversation with Professor Casey Lucius — scholar-practitioner, public servant, and one of the most impactful educators I’ve had the privilege to learn from. 📌 Personal note: Dr. Lucius was my professor for Joint Professional Military Operations: Theater Security Decision Making (TSDM) at the Naval War College hosted at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA back in 2011. More than a decade later, her lessons on decision-making, strategy, and servant leadership are more relevant than ever. ⸻ 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 PM ET (Naples, FL) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ 👤 Meet Our Guest Professor Casey Lucius, PhD is a former U.S. Navy Naval Intelligence Officer, U.S. diplomat, Naval War College professor, elected city council member, and Interim City Manager. Her career spans national security, diplomacy, academia, and local government—where leadership decisions have real, immediate consequences. She is also the author of Vietnam’s Political Process and Scrappy Campaigning, blending academic rigor with lived leadership experience. ⸻ 🎯 What You Will Learn ✔️ How great leaders make decisions under pressure and uncertainty ✔️ Lessons from military intelligence and diplomacy that apply to business and tech ✔️ Why local government is the front line of leadership and democracy ✔️ What servant leadership looks like when systems fail and people are counting on you ✔️ How to balance strategy, values, and execution when the stakes are real ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or decision-making questions for Dr. Lucius? Post them below — we’ll answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #ServantLeadership #DecisionMaking #NationalSecurity #PublicService #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeaders #NavalWarCollege #LeadershipDevelopment #FITS

S4:E133🎙️LIVE with Professor Casey Lucius, PhD, US Navy (Vet) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — Season 4 | Episode 133 “If you want to be extraordinary, be willing to do what no one else wants to do.” “Strategy without execution is just theory. Execution without strategy is just motion.” “In national security, the cost of poor decision-making is measured in lives, not headlines.” “Local government is the front line of democracy.” “Leadership is stewardship. You borrow authority—you don’t own it.” Mark your calendars for a special full-circle leadership conversation with Professor Casey Lucius — scholar-practitioner, public servant, and one of the most impactful educators I’ve had the privilege to learn from. 📌 Personal note: Dr. Lucius was my professor for Joint Professional Military Operations: Theater Security Decision Making (TSDM) at the Naval War College hosted at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA back in 2011. More than a decade later, her lessons on decision-making, strategy, and servant leadership are more relevant than ever. ⸻ 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 PM ET (Naples, FL) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ 👤 Meet Our Guest Professor Casey Lucius, PhD is a former U.S. Navy Naval Intelligence Officer, U.S. diplomat, Naval War College professor, elected city council member, and Interim City Manager. Her career spans national security, diplomacy, academia, and local government—where leadership decisions have real, immediate consequences. She is also the author of Vietnam’s Political Process and Scrappy Campaigning, blending academic rigor with lived leadership experience. ⸻ 🎯 What You Will Learn ✔️ How great leaders make decisions under pressure and uncertainty ✔️ Lessons from military intelligence and diplomacy that apply to business and tech ✔️ Why local government is the front line of leadership and democracy ✔️ What servant leadership looks like when systems fail and people are counting on you ✔️ How to balance strategy, values, and execution when the stakes are real ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or decision-making questions for Dr. Lucius? Post them below — we’ll answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #ServantLeadership #DecisionMaking #NationalSecurity #PublicService #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeaders #NavalWarCollege #LeadershipDevelopment #FITS

S4:E132🎙️ LIVE Leadership Lessons from General Colin Powell Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4:Episode 132 — LIVE Leadership Lessons from General Colin Powell: From the Navy to Silicon Valley Mark your calendars for Season 4, Episode 132 of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — a special LIVE episode inspired by my article: 👉 Leadership Lessons from General Colin Powell: From the Navy to Silicon Valley (LinkedIn Article link in the post comments / article section) In this episode, I’ll unpack the timeless leadership lessons of the late, great General Colin Powell and how his principles shaped my journey—from a junior enlisted sailor, to Commanding Officer in the U.S. Navy, to a cybersecurity executive in Silicon Valley. 🔎 What you will learn in this episode: • General Powell’s 13 Rules of Leadership and how they apply today • The P=40–70 Rule and how to lead decisively in uncertainty • Why “the buck stops here” matters in command and executive leadership • Lessons on humility, servant leadership, optimism, and trust • Practical leadership takeaways for Naval Junior Officers and tech security professionals aspiring to lead 📅 Date: Monday, December 22, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 12:30 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments. 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show. ❤️🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from this conversation. 👇 After the episode: • What are your three takeaways? • What leadership insight will you put into practice this week? Share your reflections so others can learn alongside you. #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #ColinPowell #LeadershipLessons #MilitaryLeadership #NavyLeadership #CyberLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #DecisionMaking #CommandLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment

S4:E132🎙️ LIVE Leadership Lessons from General Colin Powell Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4:Episode 132 — LIVE Leadership Lessons from General Colin Powell: From the Navy to Silicon Valley Mark your calendars for Season 4, Episode 132 of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — a special LIVE episode inspired by my article: 👉 Leadership Lessons from General Colin Powell: From the Navy to Silicon Valley (LinkedIn Article link in the post comments / article section) In this episode, I’ll unpack the timeless leadership lessons of the late, great General Colin Powell and how his principles shaped my journey—from a junior enlisted sailor, to Commanding Officer in the U.S. Navy, to a cybersecurity executive in Silicon Valley. 🔎 What you will learn in this episode: • General Powell’s 13 Rules of Leadership and how they apply today • The P=40–70 Rule and how to lead decisively in uncertainty • Why “the buck stops here” matters in command and executive leadership • Lessons on humility, servant leadership, optimism, and trust • Practical leadership takeaways for Naval Junior Officers and tech security professionals aspiring to lead 📅 Date: Monday, December 22, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 12:30 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments. 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show. ❤️🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from this conversation. 👇 After the episode: • What are your three takeaways? • What leadership insight will you put into practice this week? Share your reflections so others can learn alongside you. #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #ColinPowell #LeadershipLessons #MilitaryLeadership #NavyLeadership #CyberLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #DecisionMaking #CommandLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment

S4:E131AI RECAP🎙️ LIVE | Inspiring Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4, Episode 131 — AI RECAP Inspiring Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you covered. This 10-minute AI RECAP highlight episode distills the most powerful leadership insights from my article: 👉 “Inspiring military and tech leaders to grow, serve, and lead with purpose” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/inspiring-military-tech-leaders-grow-serve-lead-purpose-zinga-zw8pc/ 🚀 What makes this episode different? This is a fast-paced, high-impact breakdown — hosted by AI Agents Joe AI & Beth AI — designed for leaders who want clarity, not clutter. Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer, cybersecurity professional, or aspiring tech leader, this episode delivers the essence of leadership without requiring an hour on your calendar. 🧠 This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown • Why purpose must come before perfection • How to lead effectively without relying on rank or title • What servant leadership looks like in high-stakes environments • Lessons from military command that translate directly to tech teams • How to grow influence, resilience, and trust — even under pressure • Why leadership is about multiplying leaders, not followers 📅 Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments. 🙏🏽 What is one thing you’re grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show. ❤️🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from a concise leadership reset. 👇 After listening, come back and share: • What are your three takeaways? • What insight will you put into practice this week? This episode is for leaders who don’t just want inspiration — they want application. Let’s grow. Let’s serve. Let’s lead with purpose. #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #AIRecap #LeadershipDevelopment #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership #Cybersecurity #GlobalLeaders #LifelongLearning

S4:E131AI RECAP🎙️ LIVE | Inspiring Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4, Episode 131 — AI RECAP Inspiring Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you covered. This 10-minute AI RECAP highlight episode distills the most powerful leadership insights from my article: 👉 “Inspiring military and tech leaders to grow, serve, and lead with purpose” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/inspiring-military-tech-leaders-grow-serve-lead-purpose-zinga-zw8pc/ 🚀 What makes this episode different? This is a fast-paced, high-impact breakdown — hosted by AI Agents Joe AI & Beth AI — designed for leaders who want clarity, not clutter. Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer, cybersecurity professional, or aspiring tech leader, this episode delivers the essence of leadership without requiring an hour on your calendar. 🧠 This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown • Why purpose must come before perfection • How to lead effectively without relying on rank or title • What servant leadership looks like in high-stakes environments • Lessons from military command that translate directly to tech teams • How to grow influence, resilience, and trust — even under pressure • Why leadership is about multiplying leaders, not followers 📅 Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments. 🙏🏽 What is one thing you’re grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show. ❤️🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from a concise leadership reset. 👇 After listening, come back and share: • What are your three takeaways? • What insight will you put into practice this week? This episode is for leaders who don’t just want inspiration — they want application. Let’s grow. Let’s serve. Let’s lead with purpose. #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #AIRecap #LeadershipDevelopment #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership #Cybersecurity #GlobalLeaders #LifelongLearning

S4:E131🎙️LIVE | Inspiring Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose Leadership & Success Podcast | Season 4 | Episode 131 Inspiring Military and Tech Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose Mark your calendars for the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Season 4, Episode 131! This LIVE conversation is based on my article: 👉 “Inspiring military and tech leaders to grow, serve, and lead with purpose” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/inspiring-military-tech-leaders-grow-serve-lead-purpose-zinga-zw8pc/ What you’ll learn in this episode: ✔️ Why leadership starts with purpose, not perfection ✔️ How to bridge military discipline and Silicon Valley innovation ✔️ Practical lessons on servant leadership, resilience, and integrity ✔️ How to grow influence without chasing titles or applause ✔️ Why leadership is about lifting others higher, not standing above them ✔️ How to build a legacy by multiplying leaders, not followers Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer aspiring to command, a cybersecurity or tech professional stepping into leadership, or someone simply committed to growth—this episode is designed to challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead with clarity and conviction. 📅 Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 12:30 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show! Tag someone you know who might benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 👇 After the episode, come back and share: • What are your three takeaways? • What insight will you put into practice this week? Let’s grow, serve, and lead — together. #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership #Cybersecurity #LeadershipDevelopment #GlobalLeaders #Gratitude #LifelongLearning

S4:E131🎙️LIVE | Inspiring Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose Leadership & Success Podcast | Season 4 | Episode 131 Inspiring Military and Tech Leaders to Grow, Serve, and Lead with Purpose Mark your calendars for the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Season 4, Episode 131! This LIVE conversation is based on my article: 👉 “Inspiring military and tech leaders to grow, serve, and lead with purpose” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/inspiring-military-tech-leaders-grow-serve-lead-purpose-zinga-zw8pc/ What you’ll learn in this episode: ✔️ Why leadership starts with purpose, not perfection ✔️ How to bridge military discipline and Silicon Valley innovation ✔️ Practical lessons on servant leadership, resilience, and integrity ✔️ How to grow influence without chasing titles or applause ✔️ Why leadership is about lifting others higher, not standing above them ✔️ How to build a legacy by multiplying leaders, not followers Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer aspiring to command, a cybersecurity or tech professional stepping into leadership, or someone simply committed to growth—this episode is designed to challenge, inspire, and equip you to lead with clarity and conviction. 📅 Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 12:30 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show! Tag someone you know who might benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 👇 After the episode, come back and share: • What are your three takeaways? • What insight will you put into practice this week? Let’s grow, serve, and lead — together. #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership #Cybersecurity #LeadershipDevelopment #GlobalLeaders #Gratitude #LifelongLearning

S4:E130🎙️LIVE with CSM Algrish C. Williams, Sr., U.S. Army (Ret.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4, Episode 130 Mark Your Calendars — LIVE Leadership Conversation 🎙️ 🌟 LIVE with Command Sergeant Major Algrish C. Williams, Sr., U.S. Army (Ret.) 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/algrishwilliams/ 📅 Friday, December 19, 2025 ⏰ 1:00 PM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 4:00 PM ET (Blytherwood, SC) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ 🎖️ About My Guest CSM Algrish C. Williams, Sr. is a Command Sergeant Major (Retired), Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Williams Leadership Consulting and the Williams Education Foundation. From more than 26 years of honorable service in the U.S. Army to mentoring veterans, executives, and educators, Algrish is a powerful voice on purpose-driven leadership, integrity, transition, and service beyond the uniform. He is the author of: 📘 Navigating the Transition: A Veteran’s Guide to Excelling in Corporate Networking 📕 Lead With Purpose ⸻ 🔍 What You Will Learn ✔️ How senior enlisted leaders develop trust and culture at scale ✔️ The hardest mission after military service—and how to navigate it ✔️ Why “the audio must match the video” in authentic leadership ✔️ How purpose sustains influence long after rank and title fade ✔️ Practical lessons for military, corporate, and nonprofit leaders ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation — LIVE 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for CSM Williams? Post them below — we’ll answer them LIVE ⸻ 👇 Your Turn ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, veteran, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ 🎙️ Service never retires. Leadership never stops. Purpose always matters. #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #FITS #VeteranLeadership #SeniorEnlisted #CommandSergeantMajor #LeadWithPurpose #MilitaryTransition #ServantLeadership #Integrity #LeadershipDevelopment #VeteransSupportingVeterans

S4:E130🎙️LIVE with CSM Algrish C. Williams, Sr., U.S. Army (Ret.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4, Episode 130 Mark Your Calendars — LIVE Leadership Conversation 🎙️ 🌟 LIVE with Command Sergeant Major Algrish C. Williams, Sr., U.S. Army (Ret.) 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/algrishwilliams/ 📅 Friday, December 19, 2025 ⏰ 1:00 PM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 4:00 PM ET (Blytherwood, SC) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ 🎖️ About My Guest CSM Algrish C. Williams, Sr. is a Command Sergeant Major (Retired), Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Williams Leadership Consulting and the Williams Education Foundation. From more than 26 years of honorable service in the U.S. Army to mentoring veterans, executives, and educators, Algrish is a powerful voice on purpose-driven leadership, integrity, transition, and service beyond the uniform. He is the author of: 📘 Navigating the Transition: A Veteran’s Guide to Excelling in Corporate Networking 📕 Lead With Purpose ⸻ 🔍 What You Will Learn ✔️ How senior enlisted leaders develop trust and culture at scale ✔️ The hardest mission after military service—and how to navigate it ✔️ Why “the audio must match the video” in authentic leadership ✔️ How purpose sustains influence long after rank and title fade ✔️ Practical lessons for military, corporate, and nonprofit leaders ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation — LIVE 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for CSM Williams? Post them below — we’ll answer them LIVE ⸻ 👇 Your Turn ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, veteran, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ 🎙️ Service never retires. Leadership never stops. Purpose always matters. #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #FITS #VeteranLeadership #SeniorEnlisted #CommandSergeantMajor #LeadWithPurpose #MilitaryTransition #ServantLeadership #Integrity #LeadershipDevelopment #VeteransSupportingVeterans