“I was sitting on an aircraft with some of the finest Americans we’ve ever put in uniform, with enormous confidence in knowing that when this ramp drops, this group right here will figure it out.”
I’m honored to share my conversation with fellow “Tomahawk” commander and respected Infantry leader, Colonel Teddy Kleisner. Throughout his career, Teddy Kleisner has inspired formations of Soldiers with his relatable leadership style and his pragmatic, history-centered approach to professional development and tough training.
In this episode, Teddy discusses the experiences and lessons that shaped his early career, leading up to his command of 1st Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, where he led the no-notice deployment in support of the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Take the Next Step
- Put these lessons and insight into practice as you lead.
- Pass this episode on to your team for their own development. If you find it valuable, they will, too.
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