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Leadership and management are perhaps the most important aspects of today’s professional world; they are also the key maxims taught in the military. To talk about leadership and digital transformation in defence, we have with us today Derek Dobson, who is a veteran and currently works as the Defence, Intelligence, and Federal Public Safety Leader at Microsoft Canada.

Having transitioned from a military career in the UK and Canada to a corporate life, we ask Derek to discuss his time in the military, the code of conduct and managerial skills that he translated into civilian life, and the best practices in both defence forces and industry. Sharing his academic journey, he also talks about continuous learning and the value an MBA can add to someone’s professional odyssey. Also being a mentor to university students, Derek provides tips regarding drafting compelling personal statements in this episode.

So if you’re looking to transition from combat to corporate life; want tips to nail your MBA application; learn to polish your leadership style; or simply want to know the prospects of a passport-free world, tune in for an insightful and lighthearted conversation with the expert himself.

Derek's Socials:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekdobson1/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/F_O8ESfuVGw

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