))
231. Retired Airline Captain Chris Smith on Leadership at 43000 Feet, What Makes A Real Leader, and Creating A Legacy
Manage episode 439606993 series 2793287
Content provided by Julian Hayes II. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Julian Hayes II or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
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
— Connect with Julian and Executive Health —
Curious about becoming a concierge client and improving your executive longevity? Sign up for a complimentary Executive Health Meeting — https://www.executivehealth.io/contact
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/
274 episodes
Share
