Leadership Lessons with Special Operations Veterans Kyle Lamb and John Lovell
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ต.ค. 2024
- Everything rises and falls on leadership. Whether we are talking about an NFL team, a massive corporation like Coca Cola, a military unit, or even a country, leadership can make or break any of these. The good news is, all leadership is based on the same principles and general wisdom. The bad news is, good leadership is difficult to find, and good leaders are few and far between. Though the recipe for good leadership is well known, the ability for folks to be able to rise to the challenge is quite a different story.
In this video, Special Operations veterans Kyle Lamb and John Lovell discuss lessons in leadership. John asks Kyle questions about his book ‘Leadership in the Shadows’ and other questions relating to the essence of leadership, how to motivate people, leadership styles, how military experience can translate into the civilian world, and more.
SGM (r) Kyle Lamb spent 21 years in the military with over 19 of those years in Special Operations and Special Forces, and over 15 of those years in Delta Force. Kyle Lamb fought in the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT), deploying numerous times to fight in Afghanistan (OEF) and Iraq (OIF), and many other conflicts to include fighting in Mogadishu, Somalia in 1993. The book and movie Black Hawk Down would be based on the events that transpired in the streets of Somalia with Army Rangers, the Army’s 10th mountain division, and Delta Force.
SGM (r) Kyle Lamb led soldiers throughout his long and distinguished career in military Special Operations, and he continues to lead through his company Viking Tactics (also known as V-Tac), and through a number of other mediums to include a TV Show called Viking Chronicles, a podcast from Crusader Acres, through numerous articles he writes for firearm channels, and through social media platforms like TH-cam, Facebook, and Instagram.
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A smart man asked me once how to identify a great leader. After multiple attempts, he stopped me and told me it was very simple. Look at the followers.
And what makes good followers? Do they simply follow their orders without question? No.
They understand the reasoning of the orders, and they know how to execute them as best as they can with what they have.
And the person who teaches them this, and knows how to harness their ability as best as they can, is their leader.
We gotta blow up the comments on the JoeRoganExperience and push to get our boy John on there.The conversation would be amazing and John would get a lot of exposure.
Jonathan Michael how do you even request a guest for joe to have on his podcast?
good idea man that would be sick. John is the shit.
Blow up his twitter. It's the only thing I ever hear I'm talk about reading himself.
Excuse me, I think you mean CSM John.
Hey bro, there's something kinda I can't put my finger on w/Kyle. I spent a lot of trigger time taking some fundamentals w/him years and years ago before Viking took off, THE GUY CRACKED US UP and the "high speed"HRT (they were so underestimated too on shoot-on-the-move work) guys and I just ate w/him & he reminds me of the actor who played the original Lion in Wizard of Oz (the original!! do you see it? lmao!)
Two Christian warriors! What a beautiful thing! Two awesome guys.
Loved this! Two guys who are serious, but don't take themselves seriously and confident to appear goofy. Love it. This is really the best of Be All You Can Be when you hear these guys talking about strengths and weaknesses.
My first DI in 1966, Sgt Ludwig. He squared my ass away by being the most squared away man I'd ever met. He's been a touchstone for me my whole life. I've tried to show my respect by paying it forward.
Saw Mr. Lamb and Mr. Mark Geist at a conference in VA in March. Was an awesome experience and I can only hope I get to see him speak again.
*KYLE!!! You were more than just great leadership. Before VTAC's soaring into the stratos, MY GOD, you must take ANY primary or sidearm courses (first timer to advanced, he's fun, BEYOND patient...we had high speed HRT guys who would get tripped up, & he had all of us performing at similar proficiencies getting that follow up w/front sight focus etc etc while moving laterally etc)....Sorry, not trying to kiss ass by plugging his program, I've spent too many countless hours talking to this total icon of humility (albeit, I'm sure I annoyed the living shit out of the poor guy and he never gives up and does that "oh geez...look at the time")*
Just seeing this. WAIT! Almost 25 minutes with two former special operations guys and ZERO profanities/vulgarities?!?!? Wow. It CAN be done. Refreshing. Thanks, gentlemen...
21:37.... it was 10Jan2021 i bumped into this channel...awesome tips from great mentors, legendary warriors of modern times...inspiring...
keep vlogging...the world needs leaders like you guys...😎 👍 👍 👍 ...
I hate that YT is running a BS algorithm to subvert vids like this... This vid should go viral to anybody looking for "credible" insight on leadership as experienced by actual participants.
+GUERRILLACOMM they can't stop your shares though!! I know they throttle
Done.
GUERRILLACOMM and I’ve just personally shared this channel with 6 more warriors (poets? mehbe), so the good word spreads. Awesome interview, love it
Yoo Toob can only wish they had effective leaders rather than the spineless, indecisive, candy-ast, beta-males that infest their payroll. Most of their people are the of worthless Snowflake Generation that don't amount to a pimple on the average grunt's ass.
Some more good advice - Apply what you are and what you know to business. Its difficult to undo who you are. I served two years compulsory conscription in the SADF '85 to '86. I grew up hunting and firearms are as natural to me as the fingers on my hand. I pursued a career as a professional hunting guide from '87. Specialized in tracking problem leopard with hounds - till 2009 and that was stopped by an out right ban on use of hounds to track leopard. My life has been a bit of a disorganized affair - like I lost my identity , a source of income I depended on and a life I was devoted to. I'm trying to find my feet in a world I do not know. This clip has helped me. Thanks John and Kyle. AND Kyle I'll be disappointed if you come hunting in South Africa again and do not get a chance to meet you. Just observed some items that make me think you have been here or in Namibia before.
It's funny you talk about messing up in front of your students. I had a instructor in the police academy that had a huge ego and would absolutely berate us anytime we were slow or missed,but the one time I did well and beat him out of the holster and hit my steel first, he made up so many excuses. he never said good job or encouraged me he just made excuses. I never did respect him notr did anyone else in the class. Awesome video. Thanks john.
I'm 26 going on 27. My dad passed away 2 years ago this Christmas. I moved up to Wisconsin from south Florida with my mother and my dog for a good change. Things aren't really what I imagined they would be. More and more I've been considering enlisting. The structure, feeling of family and brotherhood is something that seems to be missing. Everything this channel talks about is very relate-able. I have been considering Army or Marine corps. Thank ya'll for your service.
Hi Kendrick, I wanted to follow up and see if anything came of this? Hope you’re doing well.
@@romanzlatov1856 Well I have a stable job. Besides that my mother passed away this past April due to sudden complications, my dog I had to give up and have adopted, and my now (ex) girlfriend moved out 2 weeks ago. So not so well..
Just found this channel and I love it! This video is awesome. Thank you both for your service. Two American heroes we all look up to and can learn so much from. I had the privilege of meeting Kyle Lamb at the NRA convention in Louisville last year. My wife and I also went to his seminar on survive or thrive. It was an amazing experience. Hats off to both of these true Americans!
I would love to see more video's on Leadership. I'm a retired Fire Officer and now that I have a lot of time on my hands I am abusing TH-cam LOL. Anyhow, I have learned so much from videos about leadership in the military that I wish I had seen when I was still active. I could have been a much better officer, much of what you do in the military applies in the civilian sector too. You have so much to give us in this respect. Anyhow, thanks for what you have delivered.
Thank you both. I'm always humbled and grateful for men like you.
Kyle is right. I have been looking to you John for all the info I need for defense. You are an inspiration to many young gun enthusiasts and defenders.
First rule of leadership, got to learn to follow before leading... Last rule of leadership, train your replacement. Everything in between I'm still learning, thanks for the video, I'm getting Kyle's book and subbed your channel.
tri bui Also never stop learning
I love the way how honest these guys are..
Loved this I still use my across the pond army training to guven my life and it stands me in good sted and my family know they are protected
"Don't treat all the people you're leading, the same." Something I've learned, is that some people are nails... They need to be hammered hard before they get the point and it sinks in. Some people are screws, all it takes is a little easing in and they grasp it.
However, if you're going to hammer a screw, it's going to be a bad day and one risks losing the project. Yet if you try to screw a nail, you're just going to keep slipping and nothing will ever get done. Bosses hammer everyone, then bitch relentlessly when their methods don't work and blame everyone else. Leaders make the effort to figure out who the nails and screws are, then apply things accordingly.
my god I love this channel. found it the other day and can't stop watching you're videos. you seem like a great fella
+Jimmy Elewa thanks Jimmy!
@@WarriorPoetSociety oui monsieur
Kyle spoke at my church and I got to meet him. He’s an incredible guy.
Thank you Sgt. Lovell and. Especial guest Our great American Heroes Former Sgt Major. Lance to spare your value times. To educated people like me to getting a little bit smarter of living life. I am so proud to your both spiritual of honour and a great advice thereof. Although, Presenting of a significant glimpse of personel experiences. That really useful and also educational as well. I really enjoy to watching both of well educated mankind conversations. Hopefully, your strategy will educated the others as well. Here a magic words for both Heroes " THANK YOU SIRE" sincerely.
Really great to see the rapport between you guys! And America is in a CRISIS due to poor leadership. Why? because being a leader is hard and takes work. And men are no longer encouraged to be brave, tough and to take charge. So Kyle and john, I remind you that there are far too many young men growing up without a father in the house...and those young guys look to men like you to fill that void in their life and in their soul. I know those are big shoes to fill, but I have full faith and confidence in you and I only wish there were 1,000,000 more like you.
Thank you. I like the way Vikings fight - fighting stance, etc. No fancy stuff just fight, not so much competitive shooting, just fighting under threat of your life. You fight a lot differently - and you make imperfections in the fray . . . Good to see Kyle Lamb on your show. He teaches that.
Leadership: I like leaders who work and do their share. Just their share is all I ask of a leader. I will do the rest. But very difficult to work for person who you have to do all the work. And thinking? . . . Well you have to get lucky there. A leader who thinks is rare. Great job guys. PS Kyle Lamb likes the AR for home defense like you do Command Sgt. Major! Godspeed
Thanks for your guidance CSM Lovell...I wish I had this kind of leadership when I was in; would of been a better NCO
+Steven Farmer haha - CSM 😂
It makes me feel better that you guys always *wanted* to quit but couldnt. I feel ashamed whenever i *want* to quit, but i guess its normal if even you guys feel the same way sometimes. Its about refusing to quit then... Good.
Love the show. It was inspirational for sure. I've never been military, although I have often wished I had, but being in construction most of my life has taught me a lot about being a leader for those who depend on me for training and being an example of quality craftsmanship, and skilled performance. But I always like to take the humble approach and just be the guy that is willing to pull nails out of old 2x4's. I find it makes it a lot easier to help the next guy coming up the ladder to get his chance to lead and relieve me of the headache it can bring sometimes. Great show. Keep up the good work.
Going through older stuff and just found this. Holy smokes this is funny. Last summer my phone rang it it was Lamb. I about squealed like a fan girl. Which I am.
Ability to construct plans on the run and identify and plan for contingencies, all learned in the military, has served me well in my civilian career.
Thanks John, Mr. Lamb is so awesome and inspiring. I never knew James Hetfield's real identity was as a SOF warrior legend!!
Found myself laughing almost to the point of tears comedy aside got some good info out of that thank you guys not only for your service in the military but your continued service to our country.
My word is "Integrity". It comes from the root word integer, which means whole or complete. Integers are whole numbers (1, 2, 3... ), they lack nothing nor have anything extra. They are complete!
A person with integrity is whole or complete. Their character lacks nothing that is good and desirable in a person. At the same time, their character does not have traits that are detrimental to themselves or others. Integrity encompasses all the things we should strive for in our lives. Things like, honesty, strength, fortitude, compassion, kindness, fairness, and the list goes on.
This world needs more men with integrity. Men who will do right, no matter what.
God bless you and Kyle, John. America needs more real men and followers of Christ.
I've had the pleasure of taking a few classes with Kyle and Chili and can honestly say they are 2 of the most genuine awesome guys in the industry. Fantastic instructors that really care about their students and the material. Both super humble, personable people. Highly recommend training with VTAC
Two "Master Blasters", coffee, and a book will always make interesting interviews. More of this please. Conversations that start with " There was this time " are infinitely more interesting than ones that start with " There I was ".
Re-watching this, I appreciate how much Lovell looks up to this man. To all of us who look up to Lovell, "party on," but keep learning new models. When I first watched WPS, I was of the "meh, another gunner" mentality. But as I have learned more about his philosophy, I am more drawn to this content. And I think it is cool to see Lovell showing that same admiration for someone else that is often directed toward him.
Absolutely loved this! Had the great pleasure of taking SGM Lambs Low Light Pistol course at the SIG Academy last winter. Awesome instructor.
I just took my handgun course yesterday. I've shot them before on the range with a buddy and it was cool, did all kindsa things right, but totally melted in class for some reason.
Still passed, got 90 on the written test and also 90 on the practical as well, but for some reason it wasn't that easy in class as it is on the range.
I could listen to these guys all day. No, correction, for days. Funny as hell, and all so true.
I love going back and watching your older videos but boy am I glad you got better audio. The echo in these older videos its brutal.
I have been studying WPS and you are my leader when I'm here.
BZ!! As a former sailor, CMC Hershel Davis has been a great leader from whom I constantly learn from! I saw this vids and I enjoyed watching the brotherhood between both of you!
+Carlos Ramirez hey Carlos!!
Hey John! Espero que todo esté bien! Y después de un cafesito, tomen dos cervesitas ! Yo pago! Cuídense.. chao
"(as a military leader) I would break my back for a leader that I knew was looking out for me..." The truest statement that does not exist outside of the military
There are no leaders outside of the Military and very few in the Military. All the so call leaders outside of the military are just out for themselves. They will throw the people under them under the bus at a moments notice when things go south.
Kyle Lamb, what a cool interview. as a drama student, performing you always have to be nervous before you perform and use the adrenalin awesome. if your not nervous time is up
I'm glad I came across this channel the other day. This is the one channel that I have been able to watch from start to finish without skipping ahead or losing interest. You do a good job man, I enjoy the channel alot. Thanks
Thank you for bringing my attention to this outstanding book. I'm reading this to better myself as a husband, father and to become a better man of God. Absolutely rock solid righteous reading.
I love Kyle's writing style 👍
John, I subscribed to you, just found about you a week ago. I am learning so much from you, watching all of your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience!
So cooool to see and hear Kyle (yeah okay, and you maybe) been reading articles by him forever.
This was great! Hopefully you taped at least an hour or more content and you'll be showing this in several parts......... thank you!
Watching this great conversation between heroes makes me wonder what is on Kyle’s bookcase and what is on John’s bookcase? Can you do a video on that?
“I’m gonna quit once I get to this point. But wait... I got here, and I can still make it a little farther” That’s what happens for me and that’s what keeps me from quitting under physical stress.
Love the interview, can't wait to see more from Inter-Galactic Sergeant Major Lovell and "burn your house down" Lamb.
+JackTGreat it was a blast
Put in a position representing the Command, the best thing I was ever told was that as long as your heart is in the right place, we've got your back.
"Credibility" is a good "one thing" choice. So hard to build, so easily destroyed.
That is also a fear/motivator.
Much respect for both of these guys; putting it all on the line for us and our country and now sharing so we can improve.
Over the course of the past year, I have watched this about 20 times. Awesome interview!
I pulled a TDY to Germany in 1973 and because I had to drive my comms truck, I had to go thru Kraut approved driver school. My instructor was a Wehrmacht sgt in WWII who was captured in North Africa and sent to AZ as a POW where he worked in a warehouse. He told me he knew the instant he got there that Germany had no chance...he told me we won for three reasons. 1) American soldiers could fight effectively as individuals. IN his squad when the officer got killed they just sat down until another officer was sent up 2) Training. He said we could take a 17 year old and trun him into a man with as much applicable battlefield wisdom to fight effectively and take over leadership anytime any where. 3) We had forklifts...we could load trucks and planes and ships 20x faster...
man you two are greta together , keepem coming !!!!!
Love this. John, you seem like such an awesome dude. I hope one day I get you meet and train with you.
I didn't want this to end... So great watching this hilarious chemistry. More someday, please?
Wow, two hero's showing us all they can be regular guys drinking coffee. This took me back to the time you said don't be that guy, thank you.
I love what Mr. Lamb says around 13:00. I'm a process guy. My friends need something or have an idea? My brain immediately goes to "how do I do this". Really I think thats how you know who your friends are. Their first thought isn't "do I want to do this or not" but "how do I make this happen?".
Can't tell them you'd burn his house down? I know who I need to train win!
Awesome John & Kyle. You should have done some of this live!
SUPER cool interviews... I just wish I used ear protection when I was younger so that I could hear them...
Probably my favorite interview of yours so far! Great rapport between you two! Like sitting around talking with my soldiers when I was in.
This - - is a terrific interview. Kyle is always good but you really brought out.
Enjoyable to watch as always. If I ever decide to get one of those silly USPSA jerseys, I am going to put the Warrior Poet Society logo on it, with John's permission of course. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite youtube channels to watch.
I think this is my favorite episode lol. You guys need to do more videos! Entertaining and very informative!
So awesome, man. I hesitated at first, but then decided to watch, and I'm so glad I did.
Thanks for sharing, John.
Your interviews are great. Top notch.
Thank you both for your service to America. I like how Kyle honors his wife. We need leadership skills to inspire and managerial skills to achieve. Also, I just finished up my first week with #BlackRifleCoffee and love it!!!
Kim Townsel I, too, noted how he acknowledged, complimented and honored his wife. Just made me respect him more.
Awesome video. I love when you guys just chat & the wisdom flows out naturally.
Awesome.Awesome. Awesome. Some really great gems on what it takes to be a good leader. The biggest one IMO was a leader takes the time to learn how to motivate each individual effectively. While not a leader myself, I've always gain respect quicker for leaders who took time to "learn me" and how best to work with me. You two looked like you were having way too much fun. It was very entertaining watching the comradery between you guys.
This is a great video. I liked the insight that was given. I could really relate to the things you and Kyle were talking about when it comes to instructors, being an instructor myself. Keep up the good work.
kyle should do more vids like this!!!
Best video so far! Learning and laughing at the same time!
Fantastic, you guys. Really great insights and advice.
Great video John! Just found your channel acouple of days ago. watched a few already. great work! my brother is a seal, He loves your stuff.
LOL awesome video and a great melding of personalities! The 300th parallel was the first of your videos to show up on my feed. I've gone back to your first posted video watching all of them up to this and enjoyed each one. Great job John!
God bless and keep using these skills He has gifted you with.
His strength is conquering weakness
Kyle Lamb just gave me an excuse to shamelessly reminisce about my high school baseball glory days in the name of leadership...awesome! Lol, seriously though, I do like what he said about applying what you know or have been taught to solve real world problems.
Awesome!!! John, I love your sense of humor and you are also a big tease... I am similar.... that is probably why I like you. I would love to get together with you sometime and do some training with you.
Yup great lesson! Always give someone a path forwards.
I would love to see John on jre or jocko podcast
hey John. you should do a video about joining the military but not the pros and cons type of video but a video to kind of warn or make sure that they're joining for the right reasons and what to expect. thought of the idea from experience so it should reach some people.
dakota flanagan he has one of those on his channel. Really good video
Awesome vid again... credibility, credibility. In my line of work we are asked to do things that the "askers" CANNOT DOI keep saying this ... , incompetence rains down in in bucket loads.. thanks again guys. PS hey John , what Hollywood film are you in next :-)
Man you have the best job on the planet!! Really enjoy how you get guys to open up....and not pop you in the nose! ;)
Just fantastic... A breath of fresh air in the firearm instructor community. Love the videos, great sense of humility. Thanks brother.
Is that a picture of Kyle holding John from the late 80's early 90's behind you?
Solid video, great knowledge to be passed on. Going to have my guy's watch this
That was good thank you to both of you.
Fantastic Video! Thank You for sharing this.
good stuff
Hearing these guys talk about being afraid to quit makes me wonder what life would have been like if I had respected authority as a young man.
John you do definitely look like a badass soldier!
Training, teaching, leading any kind of creature, be it a dog, a horse or a soldier is about these things. 1) Be honest 2) Be tough 3) Be Consistent and, 4) Be fair
that was awesome! great interview and a lot of truth to what u guys were saying. definitely going to check out his book sounds good.
Great vid! Thanks for sharing.