Episode 11 - Delete The Adjective

On this episode of The Lounge, Sarah sits down with Lisa Jaster, a woman of extraordinary mettle, drive, and a passion for helping others unlock their potential. Lisa is a self-mastery advocate, and her mission is to show that you are more than the labels people assign to you. We dive deep into the power of shedding those labels, exploring the challenges of being a female Army Ranger, and the critical importance of cognitive diversity in leadership and teams. Topics include: Lisa's book, "Delete The Adjective": Why labels box you in and how to break free. The challenges and opportunities of being a female Army Ranger in a male-dominated field. The importance of Cognitive Diversity in building stronger teams and networks. Guest Spotlight: Lisa Jaster graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a degree in Civil Engineering and served in the U.S. Army, including deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 2015, Lisa became one of three women to graduate from the first integrated Army Ranger School course. After leaving the Army, Lisa worked for Royal Dutch Shell before returning to military service as a reservist. She currently serves as the Director of Civil Engineering at M&S Engineering and is a partner at Talent War Group. As an Executive Coach, Leadership Development Expert, and Keynote Speaker, Lisa is dedicated to helping others improve their leadership and effectiveness both professionally and personally. Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Introduction to Lisa Jaster’s incredible journey. [00:10:30] Breaking free from labels and the power of “Delete The Adjective.” [00:18:00] The challenges of being a female Army Ranger and how it shaped Lisa’s leadership. [00:25:00] How cognitive diversity fuels success in teams and leadership. Learn More & Connect with Lisa Jaster: Website: Delete The Adjective LinkedIn: Lisa Jaster Instagram: @lisaajaster Facebook: @deletetheadjective Twitter: @deletetheadj Podcast Description: Welcome to The Lounge by Pivot Point, a space to kick back, relax, and nourish your mind before jetting off to your next destination. While we all face turbulence in life, I believe the PIVOT is your superpower. I’m on a mission to inspire millions to chase their dreams and fall in love with life again—without the crash and burn[out]. After all, it’s all just a game! How do you want to play? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices