Matthew Joe Shobert, Fire Chief, Trauma-retired AA, BS, MA, EFO, CFOx6, Ironman, Philanthropist.’s Post

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Many of us say, "If I can just reach one person in the room" on the leadership journey. This has been an essential tool to encourage me to continue my journey. After branching out and taking the big step of being a podcast guest and sharing my unique view of leadership, I wondered if any of my teammates watched the podcast. I got my answer from a teammate who shared his thoughts on the podcast with me. After he left my office, it was clear I "reached one person" and inspired them. These types of interactions are essential in our leadership journey and can help us continue the journey. I hope this post helps another person BELIEVE they can "unearth the true boldness within!" #BELIEVE2024, #TrueBold #Leadership #Leadershipjourney #leedon

It’s not only the people in our family tree who influence our world and worldview. The institutions and organisations they belonged to shape our perception of what is normal. For five generations, my maternal grandmother’s family, the Kelly’s, were in the Open Brethren Movement. In this episode, we meet the Kelly family, and discover what the Open Brethren is, and how growing up in it shapes my thinking today: about organisational structure, about leadership, about faith. I really appreciate you joining me on this journey, and welcome you to share your experiences as well. #genealogy #faith #leadership #organisationalstructure

#Wellbeing LETTING GO (3) ? Not me, just readjusting my Quality of Life Priorities Why? How? And What?* *Source great book by Simon Sinek ‘How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to take Action [ISBN 978-0-241-95822-3] Why get involved? #ISSUES Yep. Just a few local matters to attend to! Quotes in relation to these ‘Issues’ include “Its one law for them and another for us” “Untouchable” ? #RISKS All under Professional and Competent Management thanks How? 1. Register to Vote 2. Vote 3. Vote for a Quality (Make a Change) Candidate What? My advice is to A. PLACE (Seek a candidate who understands ‘Place’. Ask the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham about how to achieve #Consensus B. Choose someone that will actually listen to and understand your needs and #Care for you and your Community C. Its up to YOU! Someone who isn’t going to cause you any problems… Q Prince at his awesome best Long but perfect intro Grahame #Maverick

Watch the video on the Spengler Industries YouTube channel. Athletes and musicians know that success is rooted in mastering the fundamentals. What would happen if the fundamentals for lasting success were forgotten or lost? From the start of this great nation, builders in the New World lacked access to the foundational techniques of their European counterparts. Builders were put to work without experience, skills, or trade knowledge, and the results are crumbling around us. In this presentation, we delve into the rich history of European trades, explored from the vantage point of Spengler Industries' unique background, and the transformative potential of adopting the German method of building. Discover how this approach results in a spectrum of benefits, and enriches every aspect of life. https://lnkd.in/gV_vSETa

#ShaBMind #CommercialLeadership #RememberTheTitans I’ve always loved the scene from Remember the Titans (2000) when Coach Boone takes the team on an early morning run to the Gettysburg battlefield. As the mist rolls in, he tells them, “This is where they fought the Battle of Gettysburg. Fifty thousand men died right here on this field, fighting the same fight that we are still fighting among ourselves today.” That moment hits hard because it’s not just about the team - it’s about legacy, perspective, and the responsibility we have to build something better for the future. Boone wasn’t just training athletes; he was challenging them to see beyond their immediate struggles and think about the bigger picture. Building for the future starts with that kind of perspective. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind, thinking only about today’s wins or challenges. But true leadership requires stepping back and asking the tough questions: What kind of legacy are we leaving? Are we building something that truly matters, or just chasing short-term success? The Titans didn’t become great by luck - they became great by choosing to rise above division and work toward something bigger than themselves. And that’s a lesson for all of us. As you think about what you’re building, take a moment to reflect: What kind of foundation are you laying? Are you focused only on what’s in front of you, or are you keeping your eyes on what’s to come? Because the future is shaped by the choices we make today. Here’s the clip of the scene: https://lnkd.in/g8Tm6M5n #DailyAnecdote #BuildingTheFuture #LeadershipWisdom #LegacyBuilding #FutureFocused #VisionaryLeadership #LongTermImpact #Teamwork #PurposeDriven #UnityInAction

These lessons from Ray Kroc, Colonel Sanders, and Abraham Lincoln can serve as valuable guidance for anyone seeking success in business, leadership, or life in general. https://lnkd.in/gGT5c-ne

Many of you have seen Admiral William H. McRaven's inspiring commencement speech at the University of Texas at Austin, but even if you've watched it a few times, I encourage you to take twenty minutes to watch it again. The lessons provided are not only applicable to each and every one of us, but they are also layered, meaning you will walk away with new insights every time you hear them. In a world where self-centeredness, "quiet quitting," and taking a transactional approach to relationships—both professional and personal—have become the norm, I believe it is important to be reminded of the value that commitment, resilience, teamwork, and togetherness bring to us both as individuals and as a society. If you'd like more detail on the stories he mentions in the speech, pick up a copy of his book, "Make Your Bed" — it's fantastic. #Motivation #WorkSmart #Resilience #Leadership #AspiretoGreatness #GrowthMindset #Growth

The world was changed forever by the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Learn more right here: #JFK #Assassination #RememberingJFK #WorldHistory #UnknownEmpires #DigitalLearning #Innovation #WebbyAwards #WorldHistory #NarrativeDesign #InteractiveLearning #GamesBasedLearning #ChooseYourOwnAdventure