Combatting Poverty With Military Tactics

Proper Preparational Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance

Episode 4 of the Making The Difference podcast, hosted by Kirsty Gilchrist, titled "Combatting Poverty With Military Tactics" was published on September 25, 2023 and runs 30 minutes.

September 25, 2023 ·30m · Making The Difference

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Summary

Brought up in poverty himself, Jimmy has a deep understanding of the issues facing his community in Easterhouse, an area of Glasgow with high deprivation. As CEO of FARE, he has a unique background and track record in both the Armed Forces and Voluntary Sector, and has delivered solid growth through business acumen and vision, with an ability to motivate people, align stakeholders and colleagues in highly ambiguous environments and communities.In this episode, Jimmy talks really openly about his experience of leading FARE as a true team with lessons learned, mission drift, imposter syndrome and how he can truly feel a vision when he sees one. ----------------------------------------------To learn more about Jimmy Wilson and FARE's work, please visit www.fare-scotland.orgJoin the discussion - what did you think? What key points came up for you in this? If you'd like to explore how to make a difference through your strategy visit my website https://www.soloco.co.uk where I can help you find ways to think and do. Get in touch. About Kirsty Gilchrist is a strategy specialist and coach, and owner of Soloco. I bring strategy to life through thinking and doing and helping leaders and their teams to make a difference.Instagram:@Making_The_Difference_podcast@kirstybgilemail:[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Brought up in poverty himself, Jimmy has a deep understanding of the issues facing his community in Easterhouse, an area of Glasgow with high deprivation. As CEO of FARE, he has a unique background and track record in both the Armed Forces and Voluntary Sector, and has delivered solid growth through business acumen and vision, with an ability to motivate people, align stakeholders and colleagues in highly ambiguous environments and communities.

In this episode, Jimmy talks really openly about his experience of leading FARE as a true team with lessons learned, mission drift, imposter syndrome and how he can truly feel a vision when he sees one.

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To learn more about Jimmy Wilson and FARE's work, please visit www.fare-scotland.org

Join the discussion - what did you think? What key points came up for you in this?

If you'd like to explore how to make a difference through your strategy visit my website https://www.soloco.co.uk where I can help you find ways to think and do. Get in touch.

About Kirsty Gilchrist is a strategy specialist and coach, and owner of Soloco. I bring strategy to life through thinking and doing and helping leaders and their teams to make a difference.

Instagram:

@Making_The_Difference_podcast

@kirstybgil

email:

[email protected]

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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