"Mick Unplugged" is a transformative podcast that challenges listeners to move beyond the conventional 'Why' and embrace the empowering realm of 'Because.' Hosted by Mick Hunt, the voice of Modern Leadership, this podcast is designed for leaders, doers, and anyone aspiring to create meaningful impact in both their personal and professional lives. Each episode delves into the principles of Modern Leadership, focusing on discovering your 'Because'—your core driving force—and how it can turn dreams into reality and aspirations into actionable steps. With practical advice, real-life stories, and forward-thinking insights, you’ll learn to make your 'Because' a daily focus, fueling your journey toward success and fulfillment. Whether you’re looking to deepen your motivation, set meaningful goals, or apply modern leadership theories to overcome challenges, "Mick Unplugged" provides the tools, strategies, and insights to guide your path. Subscribe now and start transforming your life with purpose and modern leadership principles.
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"Mick Unplugged" is a transformative podcast that challenges listeners to move beyond the conventional 'Why' and embrace the empowering realm of 'Because.' Hosted by Mick Hunt, the voice of Modern Leadership, this podcast is designed for leaders, doers, and anyone aspiring to create meaningful impact in both their personal and professional lives. Each episode delves into the principles of Modern Leadership, focusing on discovering your 'Because'—your core driving force—and how it can turn dreams into reality and aspirations into actionable steps. With practical advice, real-life stories, and forward-thinking insights, you’ll learn to make your 'Because' a daily focus, fueling your journey toward success and fulfillment. Whether you’re looking to deepen your motivation, set meaningful goals, or apply modern leadership theories to overcome challenges, "Mick Unplugged" provides the tools, strategies, and insights to guide your path. Subscribe now and start transforming your life with purpose and modern leadership principles.
Harmonizing Life, Leadership, and Legacy with JoAnne Bass
Mick Unplugged
45 minutes
2 weeks ago
Harmonizing Life, Leadership, and Legacy with JoAnne Bass
JoAnne Bass is a trailblazing leader and the 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force, celebrated for her 31-year military career and transformational impact on service members, veterans, and families. As the daughter of an Army soldier, JoAnne’s lifelong passion for national defense guided her journey from enlisted recruit to the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force, making history as the first woman to hold this prestigious position. Now retired and thriving in her “payback tour,” JoAnne serves as a strategic advisor, nonprofit ambassador, and advocate for veteran empowerment, family, and personal well-being—all while continuing to inspire others with her relentless commitment to servant leadership and building a free, prosperous nation for future generations.
Takeaways:
Military Service & Community: Only 1% of Americans serve in the military, but JoAnne emphasizes that support and understanding must come from the entire country to maintain national security, recruit future talent, and honor those who serve.
Leadership as a Journey: Effective leadership isn’t a single moment—it’s a series of “reps and sets” built over decades, marked by learning from every experience and empowering others to reach their full potential.
Self-care & Harmonizing Life: JoAnne learned over her career that genuine self-care is essential for leaders, and harmonizing rather than balancing work and family paves the way for meaningful relationships and sustainable success.
Sound Bytes:
“Only 1% of our nation serves. ... Yet we are a free and prosperous nation because of that 1%.”
“Leadership is absolutely a journey... Every assignment that I had, every duty title, every team I worked with—it was all a setup for the next chapter.”
“Self-care is not selfish. If I take care of myself, I can be a better mother, wife, leader, airman, and community partner.”
Connect & Discover Jo:
LinkedIn: @jo-bass
Instagram: @thejoannebass
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Mick Unplugged
"Mick Unplugged" is a transformative podcast that challenges listeners to move beyond the conventional 'Why' and embrace the empowering realm of 'Because.' Hosted by Mick Hunt, the voice of Modern Leadership, this podcast is designed for leaders, doers, and anyone aspiring to create meaningful impact in both their personal and professional lives. Each episode delves into the principles of Modern Leadership, focusing on discovering your 'Because'—your core driving force—and how it can turn dreams into reality and aspirations into actionable steps. With practical advice, real-life stories, and forward-thinking insights, you’ll learn to make your 'Because' a daily focus, fueling your journey toward success and fulfillment. Whether you’re looking to deepen your motivation, set meaningful goals, or apply modern leadership theories to overcome challenges, "Mick Unplugged" provides the tools, strategies, and insights to guide your path. Subscribe now and start transforming your life with purpose and modern leadership principles.