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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 Establish and Maintain Organizational Order and Discipline Feb 07, 2023

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Retired Command Master Chief and leadership/management consultant Larry Linton joins me to discuss the concept of good order and discipline...why it's important, how you know when you have it or don't, and advice on how to develop and maintain it to achieve organizational goals while improving efficiency and effectiveness. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the "Chief Petty Officer's Guide". Also, make sure to check out episode 17: Standards, standards, standards, that we touch upon in this discussion.

How to Be a Better Listener! Jan 31, 2023

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Leaders want to communicate and be heard, but their ability to listen may be more crucial. In this episode, retired Fleet Master Chief Suz Whitman joins me to discuss why active listening skills are important, the challenges to being a good listener, and advice on how to improve this crucial leadership skill to achieve your goals and the attitude of your teams. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the "Chief Petty Officer's Guide".

Advice on Becoming a Kick A$$ Public Speaker Jan 11, 2023

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Fear of public speaking is a very common fear. In the episode, I'm joined by Navy Command Master Chief Toby Ruiz to discuss some ways to develop this skill set, while offering advice to manage and overcome your anxiety with this key form of communication and influence. To learn more, make sure to check out chapter two of the "Chief Petty Officer's Guide".

Advice on Handling “Difficult" People and Conversations!! Jan 03, 2023

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In this episode I'm joined by retired Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, CEO, and author Jim Herdt as we discuss options and offer advice on approaching those people and conversations that may be difficult and uncomfortable. To learn more about the importance of timely and honest feedback you can check out "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide", or Jim's new book Five Star Leadership Handbook.

Using the Johari Window to Avoid Getting Blindsided! Dec 01, 2022

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With former U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Academy faculty advisor, Senior Chief Henry Nicol, discussing the Johari Window model and how leaders and managers can use it to improve organizational and team communication and performance. To learn more about the importance of timely and honest feedback you can check out chapter seven and eight of "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide", or check out the online videos and articles that explain Johari Window.

How To Use Feedback to Avoid Being a Boss-hole! Nov 08, 2022

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With U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Academy facilitator, Master Chief Nathan Rose to discuss the concept of improving organizational feedback using the Radical Candor model. Nathan and I discuss what this concept is and why it's important, how to develop an environment that encourages it, and why leaders and peers avoid it. To learn more about the importance of timely and honest feedback you can check out chapter seven and eight of "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide", the book "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott, or by watching her YouTube videos like this one.

When & How to Adjust Your Plans Oct 25, 2022

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On course? Off course? Need a new course? Check out this final episode in the short series on management with Master Chief Jim Honea. In this episode we get into the final function in the management process which involves evaluating project or evolution progress to the expected standards and how to decide if you're on target, off target but can adjust, or off target and need to stop. To learn more, join me at Cutlass Leadership Concepts or check out Chapter Four of "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide". You can also check out my article Deckplate Leadership Requires Management Competency.

How To Build and Use Your Supervision Skills Oct 01, 2022

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Your management success began with developing the good plan and properly organizing resources we discussed in episode 22. In this episode, I continue the conversation with former U.S. Navy Boatswain's Mate and MCPON Jim Honea (who was the Pacific Fleet Master Chief at the time), to offer developing managers insights and advice on succeeding in the directing phase of management. From the importance of good pre-evolution brief to tips on how to effectively supervise, this episode offers a lot in 30 minutes! To learn more, check out Chapter Four of "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide". Order your signed and inscribed copy here today! You can also check out my article Deckplate Leadership Requires Management Competency.

How To Improve Your Planning and Organizing Skills Sep 06, 2022

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Management success starts with a good plan and properly organizing resources. In this episode, I'm with former U.S. Navy Boatswain's Mate and Pacific Fleet Master Chief Jim Honea, to offer developing managers insights and advice for improving in these two management functions. To learn more, check out Chapter Four of "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide". Order your signed and inscribed copy here today! You can also check out my article Deckplate Leadership Requires Management Competency.

How to Maintain Clarity of Mind as a Leader Aug 23, 2022

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We all have internal and external distractions that can impeded our leadership and managerial effectiveness. Join Command Master Chief and host of The Unsung Leaders Facebook Group, Armon Owens, and I as we discuss ways to maintain personal and team clarity when working to achieve your objectives. This episode builds upon Episode 13: Villains and Heroes, so check that one out as well! To learn more about this topic check out "The Chief Petty Officer's Guide". Order your signed and inscribed copy here today!

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