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Leadership lessons from the war in Ukraine

You may already know that our main focus at Diamond6 is to "learn from the past, to prepare for the future".

We do need to get one thing straight. 

The past is 150 years ago when we talk about the Battle of Gettysburg and the leadership of President Lincoln during one of the greatest transitions in American history.

It is 80 years ago when Pearl Harbor was attacked, leading to our formal entry into World War 2.

And, it is 50 years ago when the Watergate scandal led to President Nixon's resignation.

Leaders must also learn from a more recent past. 

Almost 12 months ago, on February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. This move was a major escalation in a war that has been ongoing since 2014.

Nearly one year after this brazen move by Russian president Vladimir Putin, over 9,000 Ukrainian civilians have been killed, to include 500 children.

The world has also gotten a front row seat to the slow and steady crumbling of the Russian leader whose "iron fist" is experiencing a fight he did not expect, from Ukraine, the world, and increasingly, his own citizens.

Jeff is now offering the seminar, Leadership Lessons from the War in Ukraine to our clients. 

 


 

This can be a single presentation done in-person or virtually. It can also be part of a larger workshop. 

In this presentation Jeff uses current events in the war in Ukraine, stories from history, and thought-provoking questions to highlight and explain irrefutable leadership lessons that are critical for corporate, education, and nonprofit leaders to understand.  

Participants will learn key tenets of effective strategic leadership and where leaders often fail in implementing strategy. Plus, he identifies ways to create organizational cohesion and how to stay focused on what is most important, despite distractions.

Jeff also ties in his background in crisis leadership and the media to give participants a 360 degree view of the war, it's current impact, and future implications. 

This presentation was created due to demand. Clients in education, agriculture, and in business have been asking Jeff his thoughts and insights on this very topic. 

Understanding this recent past can help leaders at all levels prepare for the future. 

Interested? Feel free to send us an email to info@diamondsixleadership.comand we can send you more information.

Putin aggression against Ukraine

It is critical for leaders to stay informed about current events. Even, when it feels like what is happening halfway around the globe has no impact on us.

Because, what is happening thousands of miles away DOES and WILL have an effect on us.

And, we can always learn from other leaders - good and bad.

Jeff was recently interviewed by the Strategic Studies Institute regarding Vladimir Putin choosing a path of escalation in his unnecessary war of aggression agains the Ukraine.

The interview is based on an article Jeff wrote in the US Army War College Quarterly publication, Parameters. We've included links to both the article and podcast below.

It is imperative Western policymakers know the consequences and how he might escalate further.

In this podcast Jeff examines recent events on the battlefield; the implications of the announced annexation of territory, mobilization of forces, and threats to employ “all means” to defend Russian territory.

Jeff also discusses the domestic ramifications and Russian thinking on “hybrid warfare” and the possible weaponization of food and energy as Putin determines future escalatory steps.

SSI's goal with this podcast is to assist American and European leaders in determining policies to deal with the ongoing crisis at this moment and prepare for an uncertain future.

We believe that our Diamond6 leadership circle can also greatly benefit from what Jeff shares in this interview.

Jeff on NBC: Why Putin and Russia's Ukraine war should matter to America

Less than a week ago the world was led down the path of a new crisis.

I have been on the radio and in meetings virtually nonstop since Russia invaded Ukraine.

The stories and images coming out of the region are simultaneously heartbreaking and inspiring. Terrifying and courageous.

Ukraine is certainly showing the world, and its aggressor, what patriotism truly is.

While the Russia-Ukraine conflict is geographically distant, the consequences of Putin's aggression could have ripple effects beyond Eastern Europe.

As leaders, it is critical we remain informed and aware of what is happening in our ever shrinking world. What happens thousands of miles away will, for better or worse, have an impact on us here at home.

I wrote an opinion article for NBC News THINK. And, I have read several other articles that I think provide valuable information and analysis on the current situation.

All these articles are listed below.

If you have questions or comments please let me know.

Because, an informed world is a safer world.


Jeff's article recommendations about
Russia-Ukraine conflict


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Current events: Jeff talks Ukraine

When certain world leaders start to make headlines we feel the effects right here at Diamond6.

Jeff gets pulled into the vortex of CBS News to share his expertise as a national security consultant.

Sometimes our meetings go from talking about an upcoming client workshop to learning about the latest international crisis.

(Here's lookin' at you Mr. P!)

In all seriousness....we are grateful to have the opportunity to hear Jeff's perspective and "off the record" comments on current events.

The pending crisis between Ukraine and Russia is no different.

Jeff has given umpteen interviews between staff meetings and planning upcoming travel to see clients out west.

(Side note...We think he's going to Colorado to go skiing. He says it's for work. It's probably a little bit of both!)

We get direct access to these real time leadership lessons on a regular basis.

Leadership is not just about what's happening in our own offices.

Below we've included an interview Jeff gave to KDKA, a CBS radio affiliate in Pittsburgh. Plus, his analysis and commentary over the last few weeks as this crisis started to escalate on the John Batchelor Show podcast.

These brief interviews may help provide you some insight and context for the current situation in Ukraine.

It's important to note that this is a quickly evolving story. We highly recommend getting the most up to date information from a trusted news source to learn the latest on this story.


Jeff Interview on KDKA in Pittsburgh with Rob Pratte

January 25th

How Serious is the Russian Threat?

(18:40 mins)

CLICK HERE for this interview.


Jeff on John Batchelor Show - Ukraine and Russia

January 12th

Do the Russians Leave?

(5:15 mins)

CLICK HERE for this interview.

January 12th

Senior Russian Uniforms at NATO

(13:24 mins)

CLICK HERE for this interview.

January 19th

NATO Doubting Deutschland

(6:15 mins)

CLICK HERE for this interview.

January 19th

Those Snap Exercises in Belarus

(13:46 mins)

CLICK HERE for this interview.