In this podcast, Gareth Tennant, a former Royal Marines Officer, and Chris Kitchener, a veteran of the software development world, explore ideas and concepts around teams and teamwork, leaders and leadership, and all things in between. It’s a discussion between a former military commander and a business manager, comparing and contrasting their experiences as they attempt to work out what makes teams, leaders, and businesses tick.
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In this podcast, Gareth Tennant, a former Royal Marines Officer, and Chris Kitchener, a veteran of the software development world, explore ideas and concepts around teams and teamwork, leaders and leadership, and all things in between. It’s a discussion between a former military commander and a business manager, comparing and contrasting their experiences as they attempt to work out what makes teams, leaders, and businesses tick.
Episode 128 - Developing Leaders in the Royal Air Force with the Tedder Leadership Academy - Part 2
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Episode 128 - Developing Leaders in the Royal Air Force with the Tedder Leadership Academy - Part 2
In the Second of two episodes of Battling with Business, Chris and Gareth visit the Royal Air Force Tedder Leadership Academy to explore the core themes of leadership, management, and command with: Group Captain Emma Keith and Warrant Officer Mark Willis.
Together, they delve into:
The distinct but interrelated roles of leadership, management, and command in military and civilian contexts.
How the RAF develops and nurtures leaders across all ranks and trades.
The importance of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and authenticity in effective leadership.
The evolving challenges of leading in a modern, multi-domain environment.
Reflections on how leadership theory is translated into practical delivery through real-world experience and education.
Insights into how the Tedder Academy is shaping the next generation of RAF leaders and contributing to wider Defence thinking.
What is the role of legacy and handing over command.
This episode provides a fascinating window into the RAF’s leadership philosophy and raises thought-provoking questions about what it takes to lead well under pressure, whether in uniform or in business.
Battling with Business
In this podcast, Gareth Tennant, a former Royal Marines Officer, and Chris Kitchener, a veteran of the software development world, explore ideas and concepts around teams and teamwork, leaders and leadership, and all things in between. It’s a discussion between a former military commander and a business manager, comparing and contrasting their experiences as they attempt to work out what makes teams, leaders, and businesses tick.
