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The Cutlass Podcast

Building Sturdy, Credible, and Versatile Leaders and Managers

Leadership isn’t defined by rank or title. It’s earned through experience, strengthened through adversity, and demonstrated through action.

Established in 2020, The Cutlass Podcast was created by retired Navy Fleet Master Chief Paul Kingsbury to explore the principles, challenges, and experiences that shape effective leadership. Rooted in the traditions and lessons of U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officers, the podcast brings together military leaders, veterans, industry professionals, and other influential voices to share insights that transcend the military and apply to leadership at every level.

Through candid conversations, personal stories, and practical lessons, we explore leadership development, mentorship, accountability, resilience, organizational culture, and the challenges of leading people in an ever-changing world.

Our mission is simple: To build sturdy, credible, and versatile leaders and managers by sharing real-world experiences, challenging conventional thinking, and inspiring continuous personal and professional growth.

Whether you’re leading Sailors, managing a business, mentoring the next generation, or simply striving to become a better leader, The Cutlass Podcast delivers conversations designed to inform, challenge, and inspire.

Sharpen your leadership. Lead with purpose. Welcome to The Cutlass Podcast.

Copyright: © Paul Kingsbury

Latest Episodes:

Banking on Yourself! Talking Personal Financial Readiness Sep 12, 2023

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Discussing the importance of managing personal finances as a leading and managing self line of effort. In this episode I'm with financial consultant Sarry Imbrahim discussing how to plan, organize, and make adjustments to your personal financial plans. We also offer some insights on tools and resources such as the Bank on Yourself approach, available to help those just starting out, and those who may find themselves in trouble.

Leading Up, Down, & Across to Shape Team Mental Health Aug 28, 2023

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Building on Chapter 10 of the Chief Petty Officer's Guide, in this episode I'm joined by U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Leader Ranona Robinson to highlight the importance of leading to shape the mental health and readiness of your people, your peers, and your leaders and bosses. For more information and resources join me at www.cutlassleadership.com.

How To Use Your Leadership Position to Full Potential Aug 08, 2023

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In this episode former director of the U.S. Navy's Senior Enlisted Academy Matt Harris, joins me to discuss many aspects of using your legitimate power base. We'll discuss the importance and linkage of responsibility, authority, and accountability; insights and advice on proper delegation; and how to protect yourself from risks associated with your position. We also offer additional resources you can use to strengthen this component of your leadership cutlass. For more insights on this topics check out The Chief Petty Officer's Guide and Simon Sinek's "We Only Deserve a Styrofoam Cup" video.

Becoming a Relentless Leader! Aug 01, 2023

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How do you handle adversity as a leader or manager? Do you relentlessly try to solve the problem or do you start to blame, criticize, and defend? Join me and Master Chief Mike Bemley as we dive into his article "The Relentless Chief" and explore this topic. Any civilian or military leader can benefit from this discussion framed around the U.S. Navy's Chief's Mess and apply the insights gained today towards improving team performance. To learn more, join me at the Cutlass Leadership Concepts website and check out chapter one of The Chief Petty Officer's Guide, "Understanding and Meeting the Expectations of Being the Chief". You can also order your signed and inscribed copy here today!

Do No Harm! A Lesson in Leadership & Management From the Healthcare Industry Jul 25, 2023

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Offering insights gained as a consultant in the oil/gas and health care industries, retired Force Master Chief Chris Engles offers advice on managing team fatigue, the five pillars high reliability organizations use to ensure success, and the importance of management by walking around. To learn more, join me at Cutlass Leadership Concepts or check out the section in chapter seven our The Chief Petty Officer's Guide, "Leading Teams & Watchstanding Fundamentals." Order your signed and inscribed copy here today!

How to Develop Team Loyalty Jul 18, 2023

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Leaders and managers can get results using "have to" or "want to" leadership styles. But which one is better and why? In the episode join me and retired Fleet Master Chief Raymond Kemp to explore the importance of your personal and expert power bases in building your credibility as a leader or organization. To learn more about the topics in the episode check out the Chief Petty Officers Guide found at www.cutlassleadership.com and the following YouTube video. Other resources mentioned in this episode include the "Question of the Day" podcast, the "One in Four" podcast, and"The Talent Development Hot Seat" podcast. Recommended books by Raymond include "Deep is the Hunger" by Howard Thurman, "Limitless" by Jim Kwik, and "Designing Your Life" by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans.

“Your Network is Your Net Worth”: How to Develop & Use Your Connection Power to Achieve Success! Jul 11, 2023

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U.S. Navy and USCG Chiefs successfully rely on the worldwide networks they are initiated into to help solve problems and meet their objectives. In this episode I build off of chapter eight of the Chief Petty Officer's Guide and offer my insights into the value of having a strong connection power base, how to build and maintain and personal network, and the value and importance of professional and alumni organizations. For more insights, resources and information check out my website at www.cutlassleadership.com

What’s This Emotional Intelligence All About!? Jun 27, 2023

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In this episode I'm joined by Quality Management System Manager, Navy Reservist and Adjunct Instructor Mike Amenti dissecting the concept of Emotional Intelligence (EI). Learn how the skills of self-assessment, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management can make you a more sturdy, versatile, and credible leader. We also offer advice on how to survive working for a low EI leader or manager. For more information check out the book Emotional Intelligence 2.0 and take time to do this self-assessment quiz.

Leading with a Delegating Style Jun 13, 2023

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In this episode I complete the exploration of the Situational Leadership model with an overview of when and how to use the delegating style. Topics include when to shift to a delegating style, how to balance delegation and micromanagement, and how to recover from mis-delegation. This episode builds on Episodes 34 “Leading with a Directing Style” and episode 37, “How to Better Coach and Support Your Team”. For additional information about the topics discussed in this and other episodes check out the Chief Petty Officer or Petty Officer's Guides which can be found at https://www.usni.org/press/books. Or, you can order a signed and inscribed copy at https://www.cutlassleadership.com.

Leading with a Coaching and Supporting Style Jun 06, 2023

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Back with Glenn Mallo moving through the situational leadership model. In this episode we offer insights and experiences assessing when to use a coaching or supporting style and suggest tactics that leaders in those leadership styles can use. To learn more, make sure to check out the podcast titled, "Advice on Leading with a Directing Style", chapter two of the Chief Petty Officer's Guide, and the book The Situational Leader.

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