Welcome back to a special edition of Lead On! Today we bring you Compilation 2 from the CPO Pride Day Series in San Diego, California. Today’s episode covers a variety of topics with three different guests, all interviewed by special edition host, Ben Wiggins. Ben chats with Commander of the Navy Region Southwest, Brad Rosen, CPO Selectee, Stephen Cagle, and ETC Select, Joshua Swaim  This episode navigates the meaning and story behind CPO Pride Day, highlighting the journey of developing and refining leadership skills. Follow along as these three guests share their wisdom and experiences ..read more

Welcome back to Lead On: Lessons for Military Leaders! Join us once again as we visit with Kory and Chelsey Gray, two vetrepreneurs who are helping us understand and unpack the concept of servant leadership. In the 2nd part of their episode learn all about Chelsey’s new business and the selflessness that Kory is showing in helping support his wife as they build this business. Hear stories, testimonies, and experiences from this military couple, and make sure to check out Part 1 of this episode on our account. To find out more information about Chelsey’s and Kory’s business, please visit https ..read more

Welcome back to Lead On! We are joined by married couple Kory and Chelsey Gray both out of the Marines and now Vetrepreneurs. In this entertaining episode we cover servant leadership, the transition to the military while keeping the faith, and becoming a Company Honor Man. Check back in 2 weeks for part 2!  To find out more information about Chelsey’s and Kory’s business, please visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555531272610&mibextid=LQQJ4d To find out more information about the Enlisted Leadership Foundation, please visit us at https://www.enlistedleadershipfoundation ..read more

Welcome back to a special edition of Lead On! Today we bring you a compilation from the CPO Pride Day Event in San Diego, California. Today’s episode highlights many different topics across an array of different guests hosted by special edition host, Ben Wiggins. Ben brings on the typical host of the show and founder of the Enlisted Leadership Foundation David Dearie as his first guest, followed by Senior Chief Amberina Panton, Command Master Chief Joel Rodriguez, and NCC Kim Singleton. This episode navigates the meaning and story behind CPO Pride Day, highlighting the community and developme ..read more

Welcome back to Lead On! Katie Killip joins host David Dearie, Katie has 14 years in the Navy and is a Chief Select as well as a Master at Arms! We start out the episode by discussing the Online Foundry Class and her experience with the program, we then move on to how she made it to Chief and some advice to get where she is now today.  For more information about the Enlisted Leadership Foundation, please visit us at https://www.enlistedleadershipfoundation.org/.  Hosts: David Dearie Guest: Katie Killip- Chief Select, Master at Arms Time Stamps & Show Notes:  (00:00 - 00:5 ..read more

Welcome back to Lead On! Host David Dearie engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Chief Select Panfilo Bascar, a dedicated leader with a remarkable commitment to service. Join us as we explore Chief Select Bascar's journey and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way. Chief Select Bascar's journey unfolds as he reflects on being named "Sailor of the Year," showcasing his dedication and unwavering commitment to his fellow sailors. Throughout the conversation, Chief Select Bascar emphasizes the importance of finding solutions and never giving up, highlighting the mantra that ..read more

Welcome back to Lead On! Today, we have a special guest, Sheri Painter, an entrepreneur, Mom, and Navy Veteran spouse. We begin the episode by discussing how Sheri and her husband met and some great advice for military spouses. We then move on to the business side of things; David asks all sorts of questions about B.E.A.D., which stands for Birds Eye Aerial Drones. Our guest goes in-depth on how hiring works, how they got started, and so much more. Be sure to watch the whole episode for some great advice at the end! To find out more information about the Enlisted Leadership Foundation, please ..read more

Welcome back to The Lead On Podcast! We have a very special episode today, with guests Randy Griffith, Diane Mcqueen Gipson, and Evan Kowalczyk. We start the episode by discussing what CPO Pride Day is all about, who runs it, and the many benefits the event has. Chief Petty Officer Pride Day is September 22nd this year and we highly encourage that you go to the event as a civilian or if you’re currently in the military. Many people work very hard to make CPO Pride Day happen be sure to check it out!  For more information about the Enlisted Leadership Foundation, please visit us at https ..read more

Welcome to part 1 of our conversation with Retired Master Chief and author Paul Kingsbury! Paul tells us about the long path it took him to become a Master Chief and about the unconventional way he became a writer and podcaster! Our guest today has a lot of experience in the Navy as a leader and shares great wisdom throughout the episode, and we highly encourage you to take advantage of part 1 and part 2, which will be coming out soon! To find out more information about the Enlisted Leadership Foundation, please visit us at https://www.enlistedleadershipfoundation.org/. See more of Paul's Po ..read more

Welcome to Episode 27 of the Lead On Podcast! Today we are joined by our first non-military guest, Molly Rose Speed. She is a military spouse and runs the Virtual Assistant Academy, where she trains people to become virtual assistants. We learn about her journey, why she started the academy, and why being a virtual assistant is an excellent option for military spouses. Learn More about Molly's Virtual Assistant Academy at: www.virtualassistantacademy.com Get more info about the Enlisted Leadership Foundation at: www.enlistedleadershipfoundation.org/ Time stamps:  (00:00 - 01:17) Openin ..read more