Episode 42: They Don’t Want What You Want

As a leader, you have to accept that not all of your team members want what you want for them. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry explores how aligning individual dreams with organizational goals leads to stronger, more dedicated teams. Drawing on his experiences, he reflects on military exits and civilian workplace dynamics, emphasizing the importance of knowing why people leave and why others stay. John emphasizes why understanding and supporting your team's diverse aspirations is key to fostering loyalty, improving retention, and effectively harnessing your team's potential while ensuring investments align with the organization's goals.

0:00 - Introduction
0:31] - Understanding that top performers may have different goals
0:57 - The importance of exit interviews and understanding why people leave
1:54 - Military vs. private sector opportunities
3:04 - Stay interviews: A tool for retention
4:27 - Adapting to team members' needs: Remote work and humanitarian missions
5:42 - Not everyone wants the same opportunities: The story of Tom
6:48 - Balancing organizational needs with individual development
7:45 - The importance of knowing your best performers
8:00 - After Action Review

#veteranled #veteranleadership #militaryexperience #businesssuccess

SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@PTSDLawyers/podcasts

Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/veteran-led/id1709706546
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Y4tYRC8YsdCV2xrB2Fxv?si=43f38379552e4dbc

Follow on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/veteranled
Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/veteranled
Follow on X: https://twitter.com/veteranled
Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@veteran_led