Leadership is Tricky

Leadership is Tricky was born in 2019, as a platform to share experiences in exercising formal and informal leadership with a broad and diverse audience across a wide spectrum. A by product of us living our PURPOSE to serve and give back to servant leaders everywhere.

Exploring OMR w/ Connecting for Future

On the eave of OMR24 - Erick sat down with the hosts of Connecting for Future to discuss the OMR, leadership and how the future is in good hands and bright!

05-06
14:33

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Ulrich Irnich

Steven and Erick sit down with Ulrich (ULI) Irnich, Chief Information Officer of Vodafone Deutschland. We discuss his technological journey and early leadership challenges. As we touch on modern work needs, way to work and workforce opinions get heightened. Great dialogue and plenty of laughs.

09-17
53:17

Season 4 - Episode 6 - SMA Daniel A. Dailey, USA, RET.

Erick has a discussion with the 15th Sgt. Maj of the United States Army, Daniel A. Dailey. They discuss his upbringing and inspiration to join the Army, moments that defined him and what his purpose is now serving as the vice president of Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier Programs for the Association of the United States Army.

09-03
28:36

Season 4 - Episode 5 - General Robert Brown, USA, Ret.

Erick sits down off-site with General (ret.) Robert Brown who is currently the CEO of The Association for the United States Army, to discuss his journey to becoming the 216th four star General in the United States Army's storied history. He speaks of his successes and failures and how he learned from them. He touches on his basketball career and how Coach K helped him become the leader he is. He speaks about the AUSA mission and why we must continue to be the voice of the soldier and continue to invest in the Army profession.

08-20
41:36

Season 4 - Episode 4 w/ Britta Rudolphi (Part 2 of 2)

Erick and Steven sit with Britta to discuss her path to becoming a pioneer in technology. We discuss her early pathway to becoming a technologist, solving complex issues with the introduction of 5G, recognition for building a Womens network and transition into motherhood.

07-02
29:07

Season 4 - Episode 3 w/ Britta Rudolphi (Part 1 of 2)

Erick and Steven sit with Britta to discuss her path to becoming a pioneer in technology. We discuss her early pathway to becoming a technologist, solving complex issues with the introduction of 5G, recognition for building a Womens network and transition into motherhood.

06-25
34:20

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Part Two- Chat with a Diplomat Mr. Darion Akins

Part Two: Steven and Erick sit down with Mr. Darion Akins a Senior Foreign Service Officer, Diplomat in Residence for the D.C Metro Area and Former Consul General, Hamburg, Germany. We explore his passion for leadership and service, his curiosity of the world and what shaped him to continue to further change in the world!

05-28
39:41

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Chat with a Diplomat Mr. Darion Akins

Steven and Erick sit down with Mr. Darion Akins a Senior Foreign Service Officer, Diplomat in Residence for the D.C Metro Area and Former Consul General, Hamburg, Germany. We explore his passion for leadership and service, his curiosity of the world and what shaped him to continue to further change in the world!

05-21
43:29

Season 3 - Episode 8: Generational Communication

During the AUSA Thanksgiving event Erick & Dr. Carter discuss how to communicate across generations in the workforce. There is no easy way to do it, but they discuss some tips and tricks they've observed work or don't work.

11-24
31:54

Season 3 - Episode 9: AUSA Thanksgiving Event

LIT and AUSA discuss why they are thankful & who they are thankful for....

11-24
25:33

Season 3 - Episode 7: AUSA Special Event

Leadership is Tricky goes mobile! Erick sits down with members of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) at the C.W Abrams Chapter Octoberfest Event to discuss the "Why" they continue to serve. Erick Interviews Presidents, Lifelong members, leaders, a Chicago Police Officer and a War Hero! We have it all in this episode!

10-10
53:02

Season 3 - Episode 6: Guest Trish Martinelli - Psychological Safety

Erick sits down with Trish to catch up on her Ted Talk, Psychological Safety and her journey as a cultural facilitator and design thinking sherpa!

09-25
38:46

Season 3 - Episode 5: Guest Patti Tutalo - Women Inclusion Strategy

Recorded: 19 March 2022Patti Tutalo discusses women’s inclusion strategy, how to deal with nay-sayers and shares some of her own personal journey including the necessity of pausing. She gives practical ideas for how to navigate the complexities of women’s issues to create a more inclusive environment.Patti is the founder of Patti Tutalo Consulting helping organizations become more inclusive of women and helping women professionally and personally. She does this through consulting, coaching and women’s circles. www.pattitutalo.comPatti Tutalo is a recognized expert on military women specific topics, policy and their impacts on recruitment and retention in the Armed Services. During her 20-year career in the United States Coast Guard, she focused primarily on women’s advocacy, human resources, and diversity and inclusion. Most recently, she served as the Gender Policy Advisor to the Commandant of the Coast Guard.

04-10
41:44

Season 3 - Episode 4: Importance of Networking

Erick and Steven discuss Networking ... Why is it needed and what are the pitfalls? Are you going into it with the right intentions?

03-27
30:26

Season 3- Episode 3: Are First borns born to lead?

Steven and Erick discuss their first borns and whether or not they are born to lead or unfairly thrusted into that role! They share their experiences and engage in great dialogue.

03-20
30:54

Season 3- Episode 2: How do you lead when your cup is empty?

Steven and Erick discuss what happens when you reach your limit. When you are giving so much of yourself to others... how do you pour, when your cup is empty?

03-13
19:47

Season 3 - Episode 1: Leadership is Tricky is Back!

Season 3 opens with Erick and Steven catching you up on where they've been, their new leadership challenges and sharing thoughts!

03-06
34:01

Episode 5: Facilitation and Navigating Transition w/ John Hawley

Erick sits down with John Hawley to discussion transition from the Navy and starting a business while navigating a pandemic. He's overcome the odds and shares his experiences with us all.

05-30
36:44

Episode 4: Just Keep Pushing w/ Eric Collier

Erick Ocasio and Dr. Steven Carter have a discussion with Eric Collier whose motto is "Just Keep Pushing". A widely respected and accomplished life coach, public motivational speaker and most importantly family man.... Eric shares how he overcame adversity and set out to live his purpose!

04-25
41:59

Episode 3: Leading at Home / Fatherhood

STEVEN IS BACK!!!!! Steven shares some BIG news and his new normal.... He and Erick discuss Fatherhood and the boundaries required to lead an integrated life.

01-24
36:29

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