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231. Retired Airline Captain Chris Smith on Leadership at 43000 Feet, What Makes A Real Leader, and Creating A Legacy
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In this episode, retired airline captain Chris Smith shares his unique perspective on what makes a real leader. With decades of experience at 43,000 feet, Chris emphasizes that leadership isn't just about authority but influence, humility, and building a lasting legacy.
He reflects on his career and lessons from aviation and how these apply to life, leadership, and a bevy of other areas. Tune in to hear Chris's inspiring take on how true leaders make a difference in the world and those around them.
— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —
0:00 - Introduction: Slowing Down to Achieve More
0:39 - Music, Influence, and Creativity in Leadership
1:55 - The Role of Inspiration: Chris’s Early Fascination with Flying
3:38 - How Childhood Influences Shape Leadership Aspirations
5:30 - The Romance of Flight and Its Life Lessons
8:07 - Leadership Lessons: Why Every Decision as a Pilot Matters
9:26 - Key Insights on Team Dynamics and Building Trust
12:03 - Altitude + Power = Performance: Leadership Parallels in Life
14:50 - The Decline of Commercial Leadership and What’s Next
17:17 - Building Company Culture and Avoiding Common Mistakes
20:48 - The Importance of Engagement for Top Performance
21:57 - Flat Organizational Structures and True Leadership
23:51 - Encouraging Others to Follow Their Dreams
27:40 - Lessons from Aviation: Influence on Fatherhood and Life
29:39 - Power vs. Influence: The Shift in Leadership Styles
32:15 - Removing the Mask: The Vulnerability of True Leadership
34:12 - A Leader’s Responsibility to Future Generations
37:01 - Is Leadership a Calling or a Natural Development?
38:48 - Key Leadership Qualities in 2024 and Beyond
41:01 - Making an Impact: Leadership Starts with Small Actions
42:10 - What Does Success Mean?
45:00 - Practical Tips to Become a Better Leader Today
— Connect with Chris Smith —
Website: https://www.aculturalleadership.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-smith-0080374b
(Book) Leadership at 43,000 Feet: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-43-000-Feet-leaders/dp/1923007653
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LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/
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