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EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 37 MIN

Leadership Lessons from West Point: A Conversation with Coach Leighton Dempster

from The Department Chair Leadership Podcast · host Dr. Chris Jochum

In this episode, Leighton Dempster, head rifle coach at Army West Point, shares her journey from NCAA athlete to coach, emphasizing the importance of leadership, authenticity, and resilience. She discusses the unique challenges faced by cadets at West Point and the lessons learned through coaching in a military environment. The conversation highlights the significance of failure in personal growth and the value of investing in oneself to enhance leadership skills.Coach Leighton Dempster BioArmy West Point Rifle TeamDr. Chris Jochum ⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Chris for training, coaching or speaking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the Book-The Department Chair: A Practical Guide to Effective Leadership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠YouTube

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