305 How to be a visionary leader with author and former Navy SEAL Marty Strong

Former Navy SEAL and a previous guest on the podcast, Marty Strong, is back with more insightful leadership thinking and a new book: Be Visionary: Strategic Leadership in the Age of Optimization. Marty continues to challenge received wisdom and shines a light on what he describes as the forgotten leadership skill of creativity. With habits that will open our minds and broaden our horizons, Marty's approach envisages a leadership future full of humility, creative exploration, collaboration and innovation that solidifies into successful strategy and execution. It is a delight to have Marty's unique perspective back on the podcast! Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/visionary-leadership-marty-strong   Key moments 3:00 The forgotten creative brain 8:20 Flicking the creative switch 12:00 The difference between visionary and strategic leadership 16:16 Qualities, values and mindset 18:45 Join us in Amplifiers Academy 19:20 Spotting trends as a leader 25:15 Sourcing diverse inputs - stay curious! 28:00 Habits for developing strategic thinking 32:50 Strategic thinking in the age of optimisation 36:50 Exciting trends - divergent thinking 42:00 The brain beyond 'flow' 46:00 Zoe's takeaways