Welcome back to the latest episode of TUC0’s Talks! Today Retired Major General Mark Dillon shares his insights on leadership and offers advice for young leaders. He emphasizes the importance of observing, reading, and thinking as key practices for leadership development. He encourages young leaders to learn from the wisdom of others, including their parents and mentors, and to read the classics to gain a deeper understanding of human nature. He also highlights the significance of humility and the need for leaders to focus on others rather than themselves. Finally, he reminds listeners of the upcoming 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the timeless principles it represents. Keywords #leadership #observation #reading #thinking #wisdom #professionaldevelopment #declarationofindependence Takeaways Observation, reading, and thinking are essential practices for leadership development. Learn from the wisdom of others, including parents, mentors, and leaders in your community. Read the classics to gain a deeper understanding of human nature and timeless principles. Humility is a key trait for effective leadership. Focus on others and their needs rather than solely on yourself. Reflect on the principles and values represented by the Declaration of Independence. "The first responsibility of leadership is training the next generation of leaders." "Wisdom is knowing how little you know." "If all men are created equal, that is final. If they're endowed with inalienable rights, that is final. If governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, that is final." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 12:03 The Importance of Observation, Reading, and Thinking in Leadership 21:59 The Value of Reading the Classics 26:46 Focusing on Others as a Leader 32:03 Reflecting on the Principles of the Declaration of Independence ------------------------------------------------------ So, why start the podcast, and why do we talk about Leadership? Well, after 20 years in the military, 19 of which were in combat operations, it was pretty much a guarantee that I was going to have some challenges I needed to work through. Today I share my issues, and hopefully how you can avoid them, or at least minimize the risk. In this informative leadership video, we dive deep into the world of leadership and organizational management. Join us as we leverage the valuable experience of senior leaders, gaining insights and practical advice on how to lead and take care of people. Discover the power of empathetic leadership, and the importance of putting people first. We'll explore the concept of failing forward, and how it can contribute to personal and professional growth. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from leadership experts and enhance your own leadership skills. Subscribe now to unlock the secrets of successful leadership and achieve a healthier work-life balance while taking care of your own mental health. Morae Classical Schools is a small private Classical school designed to serve those who have or who are currently serving our country. It provides a phenomenal curriculum, expert teachers, and a flexible schedule which caters to the unique challenges of being a military family. Morae has a hybrid (virtual and in-person) micro-school model who partners with parents to ensure we reduce the stress, encourages the peer relationships, and increases the stability of the family. Find out more at www.moraeclassical.org or email them at moraeclassical@gmail.com YouTube Channel: @moraeclassical Instagram:@moraeclassical Twitter: @moraeclassical TikTok: @moraeclassical LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/morae-classical-schools #tuc0talks #TUC0wright #moraeclassical For more information on TUC0’s Talks check out our social media: YouTube Channel: @TUC0talks Rumble: @TUC0talks Instagram: @TUC0talks Twitter: @TUC0talks TikTok: @TUC0talks LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chris-m-wright