How defense spending affects consumer goods executives

Defense spending is changing how we compete for suppliers, talent, and customers. Smart consumer goods executives are already adapting. Regional supply chains and defense partnerships are the path forward. Read 'When Defense Eats the Economy: Why Consumer Goods Executives Can’t Ignore the $2.7 Trillion Military Surge' ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dxcgMkzB #ConsumerGoods #CPG #DefenseIndustry #SupplyChain #BusinessStrategy #Leadership

🇺🇸 Have you caught our exclusive Digital Recon interview yet? Medal of Honor recipient Florent A. Groberg talks with U.S. Army veterans turned IT leaders Chris Young and Brandon Paxton about how their military experience shapes leadership, innovation, and strategic thinking in tech. If you haven’t watched it yet, don’t miss this inspiring discussion showcasing the strength veterans bring to the tech industry. ►► https://lnkd.in/gyekFyGQ #VeteransInTech #Leadership #MilitaryToTech

We’re excited to share Part 2 of our colleague Matthew Banks' blog, “My Leap from the Military to Project Management.” In this second chapter, Matt reflects on the lessons he brought from 15 years in the RAF into his new career - and how clarity, adaptability, leadership, and teamwork translate seamlessly from the military world to project delivery. He also shares valuable advice for others making the same leap, from building new networks to finding confidence in the skills and experiences they already have. It’s an honest, insightful read about transition, resilience, and rediscovering purpose in a new environment - something that resonates far beyond military life. 📰 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/dB4FHrAU #UbiqueRiskManagement #ProjectManagement #Leadership #Veterans #CareerTransition #Resilience #Teamwork #TeamUbique #Ubique #UbiqueTrainingAcademy

Leaders are charged with motivating their employees, advancing the company's mission, and facilitating ways to increase efficiency. But what if the organization's organization is holding back progress in these key metrics for success? In the book "One Mission: How Leaders Build a Team of Teams," authors Fussell and Goodyear validate the dramatic impact that reframing the organizational hierarchy can have on high-impact, high-functioning teams by breaking down silos and empowering knowledge sharing. Did You Know: The United States military ranks as the nation's largest employer with over 2.8 million personnel. Moreover, our Department of Defense is the second-largest employer in the world when combining active-duty personnel, civilian workers, and National Guard and Reserve forces. So while we often look to large corporate entities for leadership strategies, unique and distinct advantages can also be gleaned from the men and women of our military.

Is it possible to train anyone on anything? Maybe not, but focusing on core values can bridge many gaps. Serving others, integrity, honesty, and teamwork—these are values veterans often bring to the table. A military mindset, grounded in these principles, can significantly benefit any team, fostering a strong and unified approach to achieving common goals. It's about transferring those ingrained values to new contexts. #corevalues #militarymindset #teamwork #leadership #veterans #integrity

In this week's episode, Dr. Mindi Anderson talks about the incredible value military veterans bring to the workforce. Their leadership, eagerness to learn, and strong work ethic make them some of the best employees out there, often with untapped skills just waiting to be put to use.🎙️  #MilitarySkills #VeteranLeadership #WorkforceExcellence

I just saw this from a US Army veteran and wanted to share it here. It is clear that corporate priorities are commonly not in the best interests of those who work for the machine: - The military taught me mission first, people always. Corporate taught me stock price first, people if convenient. - In the Army, toxic leadership got people killed. In corporate, it got them promoted. --- end of excerpt --- Any questions? Looks pretty comprehensive to me. Note: The only way to overcome this type of scenario is to work within a cooperative that helps you grow. IT Management Co-Op #itmcoop #makingadifference #itam

Change and transition can feel overwhelming, whether it’s leaving the military or navigating shifts in the workplace. At the Military Influencer Conference, I shared a simple framework I created: Name It, Tame It, Claim It. It’s a tool I use with veterans, but its impact stretches far beyond, helping leaders and teams in corporate settings face transition with confidence. Curious how it works? Watch this short clip, and if you’d like to bring this framework into your veteran group or organization, let’s connect. #Veterans #Transition #Leadership #ChangeManagement #MilitaryInfluencerConference #MilitaryInfluencer #USMC

What Veterans Learn About Leadership Military service is one of the most demanding environments a person can grow through. It compresses a lifetime of lessons into a few short years, including discipline, accountability, adaptability, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Service members learn to make decisions with limited information, to lead diverse teams toward a common goal, and to keep moving when the plan falls apart. Those experiences build a kind of resilience that carries far beyond the uniform. I have seen Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, and Airmen bring those same traits into civilian life, where they continue to serve in new ways by leading teams, building businesses, mentoring others, and strengthening communities. You do not need a uniform to lead well, but the lessons from service offer powerful reminders of what strong leadership looks like. Humility, discipline, empathy, and the courage to take responsibility when things go wrong remain timeless. The more we share those lessons, the stronger every team becomes. #Leadership #VeteranPerspective #MilitaryLeadership #EverydayDiplomat #TrustAndRespect

BCAP was helping the Army select the leaders that soldiers deserved. Now it’s gone. The Army’s decision to dismantle the Battalion Commanders Assessment Program (BCAP) is a setback for merit-based leadership. As a junior officer, I watched outstanding Air Force leaders get passed over while others advanced through connections, not character. That drove me to research I/O psychology, interview instructors from Delta Force and the Navy SEALs, and propose a system using psychometric assessments to screen out unfit commanders. The Air Force declined. The Army, however, embraced the pitch and launched BCAP in 2019. Over six years, it excluded about 15% of command candidates—a small minority, but one with outsized impact on morale, performance, and retention. Because people don’t quit jobs—they quit bosses. BCAP aligned with what Special Forces have done for years: assess character, judgment, and ethics—not just networks or physical ability. It wasn’t perfect, but it was progress. So why dismantle a program that was creating a meritocracy, excluding unfit commanders, and giving soldiers the leaders they deserve? https://lnkd.in/eKEAjc4V