EP9 - Seumas Kerr (Defence Impact)

content typeInterview primary goalEducational summarySeamus Kerr shares insights from his 35-year military career, leadership principles, and his work bridging the gap between the armed forces and the business community through Defence Impact. Discover how military leadership skills translate to the commercial world and the importance of purpose, decision-making, and social value in defense contracting. keywordsLeadership, Military to Civilian Transition, Defence Impact, Business and Armed Forces, Leadership Principles, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Value, Military Networks, Veteran Employment, Cross-Sector Partnerships key topicsMilitary leadership principles and their application in businessThe importance of purpose and decision-making in leadershipBridging the gap between the armed forces and the business community guest nameSeamus KerrTitlesFrom Major General to Business Leader: Seamus Kerr's Leadership JourneyBridging the Gap: Military Skills in the Business World sound bites"Be bold and make decisions for the greater good""Leadership is about serving and trusting your team""Define your main effort and give clear objectives"Chapters00:00 Introduction to Seamus Kerr's Journey02:47 The Path to Military Leadership06:11 Military Training and Leadership Development12:18 Transitioning to the Commercial World15:51 Leadership Challenges in Business19:42 Decision-Making and Leadership Philosophy23:08 Bridging Business and Armed Forces23:19 Creating Social Value in Defense Contracts28:14 Skanska's Role in Supporting Military Talent31:06 The Importance of Facility Management in Defense36:20 Leadership Lessons from Military Experience39:25 Mentorship and Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life42:48 Engaging with the Armed Forces Community resourcesDefence Impact - https://defenceimpact.org.uk/Armed Forces Covenant - https://www.armedforcescovenant.gov.uk/BuildForce - https://buildforce.org.uk/Skanska - https://www.skanska.co.uk/Royal College of Defence Studies - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/royal-college-of-defence-studies guest linksLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/seamus-kerr/