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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 24 MIN

How the Military Teaches Better Leadership Through Planning

from All Things Retreat Podcast · host Holly Porter

SummaryIn this engaging interview, Simon Kardynal, a Canadian military veteran and leadership expert, shares insights on leadership evolution, building trust in groups, handling emotional moments in retreats, and the importance of self-awareness. Discover practical advice for retreat leaders and leaders in any field to enhance their leadership skills and foster a positive, resilient environment.TakeawaysLeadership evolution in military vs civilian lifeBuilding trust in new groups during retreatsHandling emotional and transformational moments responsiblyThe role of self-awareness and accountability in leadershipAdapting leadership skills from high-pressure environments to retreatsChapters00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Canadian Myths03:27 Evolution of Leadership in the Military06:27 Understanding Leadership Assumptions08:14 Building Trust in New Groups09:23 Guiding vs. Fixing People10:42 Handling High-Pressure Situations11:58 The Role of a Cheerleader in Leadership13:29 Characteristics of Great Leaders14:28 Navigating Leadership Challenges16:43 Handling Emotional Moments in Leadership17:34 Influence of Fatherhood on Leadership19:12 Lessons from Parenting21:44 Rapid Fire Leadership Insights23:03 RNR Outro Final.mp423:42 RR.Gift.RetreatRnR.com.mp4🔗 Connect with Simon Kardynal | Trench Leadership📧 Email: [email protected]🌐 Website: www.trenchleadership.ca📘 Facebook: trenchleadership📸 Instagram: @trench_leadership🔗 Connect with Holly Porter | Retreat RNR 📧 Email: [email protected] 🔗 LinkedIn: Holly Porter | Retreat RNR 🎵 TikTok: @retreatrnr ▶️ YouTube: @intlretreatassociation📸 Instagram: @retreatrnr | @hollyporterinternational 📘 Facebook: HollyAnnPorter

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Summary In this engaging interview, Simon Kardynal, a Canadian military veteran and leadership expert, shares insights on leadership evolution, building trust in groups, handling emotional moments in retreats, and the importance of self-awareness. Discover practical advice for retreat leaders and leaders in any field to enhance their leadership skills and foster a positive, resilient environment. Takeaways Leadership evolution in military vs civilian life Building trust in new groups duri...

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