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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:

How to Be a Better Leader: One "Follower's" Perspective May 30, 2023

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In this episode, friend, Sailor, and Petty Officer Guide co-author Dan Richard joins me to discuss his follower's perspective as he provide his insights on the good and bad attributes of leadership.

How Decision Making Changes as You Move Up May 23, 2023

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In this episode I'm joined by Master Gunnery Sergeant Scott Stalker talking through the changing nature and scope of decision making as leaders and managers move into positions of increased authority and responsibility.

Nine Ways To Be A More Compelling Leader! May 18, 2023

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In this episode I explain each of your nine influence tactics and provide guidance on their use. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the Chief Petty Officer's Guide or The Situational Leader. You can also learn more on my YouTube channel.

Talking U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Leadership May 12, 2023

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My guests, retired Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Vince Patton and Chief Petty Officer Phil Null, and I discuss how the importance of alignment with organizational value and belief systems and how the nature of USCG operations and training shape the attitudes that enable mission success. We also recognize the contribution of Chief Petty Officer leadership on the occasion of the centennial of the USCG CPO rate and discuss how they help strengthen each Chief's connection power base. To learn more about this topic check out "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide" which can be found at https://www.usni.org/press/books/chief-petty-officers-guide-2nd-edition and this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne1QNbsAmnE. Other resources mentioned include the "They Had to Go Out Podcast https://anchor.fm/theyhadtogoout; The USCG Chief Petty Officer's Association https://www.uscgcpoa.org/, and the Non-Commissioned Officer's Association https://ncoausa.org/. To provide me feedback or suggest topics for future episodes, please email me at cutlassleadership@gmail.com.

Leading with a Directing Style May 02, 2023

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With retired Command Master Chief Glenn Mallo exploring the ins and outs of the directing style of situational leadership. We talk when and why to use it, personal examples of our use with it, and the risks of misusing this leadership style. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the Chief Petty Officer's Guide or The Situational Leader. You can also learn more on my YouTube channel.

They're Not All You! Using Empathy as a Leadership Skill (Part 2) Apr 25, 2023

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In this episode I continue my discussion with retired Navy Master Chief and creator/producer of the Don't Give Up the Ship Podcast on the importance of empathy as a leadership skill. This episode was inspired by a Forbes article titles, "Empathy Is The Most Important Leadership Skill". This episode reinforces several other Cutlass Podcast episodes including "How to Be a Better Listener", "How to Use Feedback to Avoid Being a Bosshole", and "Are You An Ambassador of Goodwill or Hostility?"

They're Not All You! Using Empathy as a Leadership Skill (Part 1) Apr 18, 2023

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In this episode I'm joined by retired Navy Master Chief and creator/producer of the Don't Give Up the Ship Podcast to discuss the importance of empathy as a leadership skill. This episode was inspired by a Forbes article titles, "Empathy Is The Most Important Leadership Skill". This episode reinforces several other Cutlass Podcast episodes including "How to Be a Better Listener", "How to Use Feedback to Avoid Being a Bosshole", and "Are You An Ambassador of Goodwill or Hostility?"

A Fleet Master Chief Offers Five Leadership Lessons Learned Apr 11, 2023

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Retired Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff joins me to discuss her top five leadership lessons learned. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the "Chief Petty Officer's Guide". Also, make sure to check out related content including Episode 7 "How to Safely and Professionally Challenge Your Boss", Episode 12 "Growing Into Your New Role", and Episode 32 "Becoming a Leader of Consequence!"

How to Become a Leader of Consequence Mar 07, 2023

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We all want to make a positive difference in our professional and personal lives! In this episode, I sit down with retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief, Patrick McMahon to get his philosophy, experiences, and advice on becoming a leader of consequence!

Developing & Using Your Information Power Base Feb 14, 2023

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With U.S. Army veteran and law enforcement and emergency management professional Derrick Boyd discussing your information power base. We cover down on why information power is important, sources of information leaders and managers should access and use, and the ways information can be used. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the "Chief Petty Officer's Guide".

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