The Importance of Questioning Traditions

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Shange emphasizes the importance of understanding history and cultures being slow to change. He shares a story from the British military before World War I, where cannons installed as coastal artillery had a pause before firing. The contractor discovered that it was a leftover practice from Africa of holding the bridle of horses. Shange highlights the need for leaders to question and challenge traditions that no longer make sense in organizations.

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The commanding general of the 4th Infantry Division, Major General David Hodne joins the show to discuss the lessons he's learned shaping the complex cultures of the organizations he's lead in the military. He shares stories about changing the way privates meet their drill sergeants on the first day of basic training, how character counts more than resume, and how he develops leaders in the 4th Infantry Division. Finally, he explains why communication is an important skill for leaders to develop.