Introduction

• Guest: Phil Jewell, a Sanders graduate and seasoned leader in the British, Canadian, and US armies.
• Overview: Phil discusses his approach to leadership, focusing on mindset, character, integrity, and resilience over technical skills. His emphasis is on simplifying leadership and creating impact through the basics.

Leadership and Energy

• Phil Jewell: Importance of energy and enthusiasm in leadership.
• Magnifying Glass Effect: Leaders' actions are amplified, and authenticity is key.
• Authenticity in Leadership: People crave authentic leaders who show vulnerability but still inspire resilience.

The Power of Purpose

• Mail in Afghanistan: Phil shares a powerful story from Helmand Province, Afghanistan, where soldiers' morale was tied to receiving mail. The team realized they were not just delivering letters, but "delivering hope."
• Attaching Meaning to Work: Phil emphasizes the importance of connecting mundane tasks to a bigger purpose, applicable in any industry.

Unique Selling Proposition (USP) vs. Unique Educational Proposition (UEP)

• Dr. Lycka: Shares insights from his experience as a cosmetic surgeon, highlighting the importance of having a clear, unique statement to differentiate oneself from the competition.
• Phil Jewell: Focuses on solving human-centered problems rather than simply offering services, as this creates a deeper connection with clients.

Storytelling and Leadership

• Importance of Storytelling: Both Dr. Lycka and Phil stress the importance of storytelling in business and leadership. Phil emphasizes that businesses should tell stories about how they solve problems, not just their technical skills or years of experience.

Sandhurst and Leadership Growth

• Phil's Journey to Sandhurst: He shares his experience growing up with a desire for adventure and service, which led him to Sandhurst, where the motto is "Serve to Lead."
• Mindset Over Skillset: Phil discusses the importance of having a growth mindset and overcoming imposter syndrome, drawing parallels to public figures like Oprah Winfrey and LeBron James.

Lessons from Failure

• Learning from Failure: Phil emphasizes that real champions learn from failure. Leaders should reflect on how their teams perform without them to gauge their effectiveness.
• Examples from Sports: Dr. Lycka shares examples from the Stanley Cup playoffs and how leaders, like Connor McDavid, lead by enabling their team members to succeed.

The Irrelevant Leader

• Delegation and Empowerment: Phil introduces the concept of the "irrelevant leader," where a leader’s goal should be to empower their team to succeed independently.
• Leadership Success: A true leader's effectiveness is measured by how well the team performs in their absence.

Living a Fantastic Life

• Balancing Work and Life: Phil discusses how he balances his passion for leadership with his family life. He highlights the importance of understanding one’s non-negotiables and following a purpose-driven life.

Leadership in Business

• Leadership as a Profession: Phil stresses that leadership should be treated as a profession, and training should be provided, especially to emerging leaders.
• Promoting Leaders: Businesses often promote their best technical staff without leadership training, which can be like asking someone to fly a plane without instruction.

BIO:

Phil Jewell, a Sandhurst graduate, and seasoned leader in the British, Canadian, and US Armies, brings a global perspective to leadership. Like a high-performance coach, he emphasizes character and mindset over technical skills, advocating for integrity and resilience in leadership. Passionate about simplifying and enhancing leadership practices, Phil champions the basics to achieve excellence.

Social Media:

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrphiljewell/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philjewell_leadership/