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In this insightful conversation, I sit down with Captain George Dom, a retired U.S. Navy officer, to explore the essence of high trust leadership and its pivotal role in building high-performance teams. Captain Dom shares his extensive experience from his distinguished military career, including leading the renowned Blue Angels and teaching at Top Gun. Together, they delve into the principles of trust and how these can be effectively applied both in the military and corporate environments.

What You'll Learn:

The Foundation of Trust in Leadership:

Captain Dom offers a compelling look into his philosophy of trust, outlining five levels of trust that are vital for leadership and team cohesion. He emphasises the need for leaders to earn unconditional trust through consistent behaviour and openness.

The Power of Effective Communication:

Discover how clear, concise, and consistent communication helps in building and maintaining trust within teams. Dom and I highlight the importance of mutual understanding, where leaders must ensure they are understood and also convey that they understand their team members.

The Importance of Debriefing:

Paul Taylor and Captain Dom discuss the sacred practice of debriefing in aviation and how this routine ensures continuous improvement. This practice, they argue, is crucial not just for safety in aviation but for success in any high-stakes environment.

Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life:

Learn about the challenges and opportunities involved in transitioning from a structured military environment to the civilian world, and how the principles of trust and leadership remain relevant across these domains.

Building High-Performance Teams:

Through examples from his military career, Captain Dom illustrates how trust is not just a nice-to-have but a strategic imperative for any high-performing team. Whether flying jets or managing corporate teams, the principles remain the same.

Key Takeaways:

• Trust is Earned: It's a continuous commitment and starts with leaders demonstrating integrity and reliability.
• Character and Commitment: These are at the core of trust. Leaders must show they are committed to their teams, especially when challenges arise.
• Communication is Key: Effective leaders ensure that they communicate clearly with their teams, and also actively seek feedback and understanding.
• Shared Sacrifice Bonds Teams: Experiencing challenges together can strengthen team bonds and trust.
• High Trust Leads to High Performance: Trust allows teams to operate more efficiently and effectively, leading to better outcomes.

Resources:

For those looking to delve deeper into the concept of high trust leadership or to apply these strategies in their own teams, consider exploring Captain George Dom’s book "High Trust Leadership: Building High-Performance Teams."

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Website: georgedom.com

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Whether you're a current leader, an aspiring one, or simply interested in enhancing your team dynamics, this discussion offers invaluable insights into fostering trust and achieving high-performance in any field.

01:00 Early Inspirations and Naval ROTC

02:54 Naval Aviation Career Highlights

05:50 Top Gun Experience and Training

13:44 The Importance of Debriefing

24:39 Transition to Civilian Life

27:42 High Trust Leadership

35:45 The Gift of Trust

36:04 Five Key Elements of Trust

37:04 Character: Walking the Talk

37:45 Commitment: Showing Up in Storms

38:59 Competence: Being Good at What You Do

40:54 Connection: Understanding Your Team

42:46 Communication: Clarity and Consistency

50:54 Rebuilding Trust in Leadership

56:47 High Trust Leadership and Personal Relationships

58:18 Respect for Military Personnel

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This was a fascinating, wide-ranging, amusing and highly useful conversation if you're a human being!

Dr Sophie Mort, known as Dr Soph is a UK Sunday Times best selling author of the book "A Manual For Being Human' and in today's podcast we discuss the topic of her new book 'Unstuck', which is just brilliant.

It's a wide-ranging conversation about habit formation, automations in our life, cognitive biases, drama triangles and much more. I guarantee there's be an enjoyable mix of nods of acknowledgement, laughter and aha moments as you listen to it.

Dr Soph is a clinical psychologist with a Degree in Psychology, Masters Degree in Neuroscience and PhD in Psychology. She's also witty, engaging, insightful and a great communicator.

What You'll Learn:

The Art of Habit Formation: Dive into why over 40% of our daily behaviours are habits, running on autopilot without our conscious decision-making.

Cue-Craving-Reward: Explore the science behind habits, including the crucial role cues play in triggering automatic behaviours.

Willpower & Habit Change: Discover why willpower alone isn't enough and learn to leverage the power of time-of-day biology to change habits effectively.

Understanding Heuristics: Get to know about mental shortcuts that heavily influence our decision-making processes.

Combatting Hyperbolic Discounting: Learn why we often choose immediate rewards over future benefits and how it impacts our decision-making.

Overcoming Self-Sabotage: Delve into the reasons behind self-sabotage and how we can overcome the hurdles that keep us from reaching our full potential.

The Drama Triangle: Understand repeated roles we play in conflict situations and how to break free from them.

Key Takeaways:

• Autopilot Awareness: Recognising that a significant portion of our day is driven by habit is the first step to change.
• Biology’s Role: Understanding the importance of timing and how our neurochemistry can be leveraged is crucial for effective habit change.
• Heuristics and Decision Making: These mental shortcuts explain many of our choices and behaviours, helping us understand and improve them.
• Be Your Own Motivation: Creating instigation habits and setting realistic goals can boost motivation and habit formation.
• Overcoming Cognitive Traps: Recognising and acknowledging mental traps like confirmation bias helps in making better decisions.
• Self-Worth and Community: Self-esteem is deeply tied to belonging and confidence – building these can improve overall well-being.

Resources:

• Read "Unstuck": Dive into Dr. Moore's comprehensive guide on breaking free from habits.
• A Manual for Being Human: Explore more insights from Dr. Moore in her first acclaimed book.
• Connect with Dr. Sophie:
• • Website: drsoph.com
  • Instagram: @drsoph

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Share this episode with someone who might be battling with personal habits or looking to improve their mental well-being – this conversation could be the breakthrough they need.

Thank you for exploring the paths to becoming unstuck and reshaping your habits with us!

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Heart racing? Shortness of breath? Worried thoughts? Is this anxiety? Maybe it's not. Maybe sometimes we get the label wrong. The reality is, we feel such a wide range of emotions that it's possible we do get it wrong and maybe that can be harmful. Listen in as Carly chats through a different approach, a different attitude so stop getting caught up in labels and we can get on with life.

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In this enlightening conversation, I was joined by Dan Chapelle, a clinical psychologist and bonafide philosopher with a deep interest in religion and meditation. Our discussion ranged widely, from the nuances of Eastern and Western philosophies to practical approaches for a more contented life. Dan shared insights from both his personal journey and his books, providing a rich tapestry of ideas centred around the necessity of unhappiness and the power of meditative self-care.

What You'll Learn:

The Intersection of Philosophy and Psychology:

Discover how psychology and philosophy intertwine through the works of Freud, Jung, Nietzsche, and Eastern philosophies such as Buddhism and Daoism.

Learn how these disciplines explore the complexities of the human mind and our quest for understanding and contentment.

Importance of Unhappiness:

Uncover why Dan views unhappiness as a crucial aspect of life rather than a condition to be overly medicated or avoided.

Engage with the ideas from figures like Buddha and Job, emphasising the necessity of accepting life's inherent challenges.

Meditative Self-Care:

Learn about the practice of meditation as a tool for attention training, self-awareness, and the acceptance of reality.

Discover practical insights into how meditation can help balance emotions and redirect attention from negative thought patterns.

Attention and Intention in Everyday Life:

Explore the concept that attention is the most critical tool we possess, shaping our experiences and responses.

Understand how directing our attention and refining our intentions can alter our perception and experience of the world.

Key Takeaways:

• Life's Challenges: Embrace the understanding that life is inherently difficult, and by accepting this, we can find deeper contentment.
• Meditation: Use meditation as a practical method for managing your attention and fostering acceptance.
• Philosophical Insights: Philosophical and psychological teachings from the East and West offer valuable perspectives on human experience and the nature of reality.
• Unhappiness as a Teacher: Viewing unhappiness as a part of life encourages personal growth and fosters a more profound fulfillment.
• Attention Control: Directing attention wisely influences emotional health and can lead to a more balanced life.

Resources:

Books by Dan Chappelle:

"A Minimalist Ethic for Everyday Life"

"Meditative Self-Care"

Explore Dan's insights further and access more resources on MeditativeSelfCare.com.

By embracing these philosophies and practices, you can cultivate a more profound sense of contentment and understanding in everyday life. Each step you take towards accepting life's difficulties can open the door to new perspectives and inner peace. If you're interested in diving deeper into these themes, I highly recommend checking out Dan Chapelle's works—let them guide you towards a more mindful and fulfilled existence.

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00:27 Journey into Psychology and Philosophy

01:28 Exploring Phenomenological Psychology

02:21 Connections Between Eastern and Western Philosophies

05:37 Minimalist Ethic and Everyday Life

06:41 Ian McGilchrist and the Left Brain-Right Brain Debate

20:33 The Necessity of Unhappiness

23:30 Job's Story and Contentment

28:44 Catcher in the Rye and Adolescent Struggles

31:41 Radical Acceptance and Amor Fati

33:35 The Role of Meditation in Accepting Reality

34:18 Understanding Buddhist Meditation

35:27 Nietzsche's Philosophy and Amor Fati

39:04 Practical Approaches to Meditation

42:06 The Importance of Attention in Mental Health

49:36 Karma and Intention

01:02:30 Reflections on Life and Contentment

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