Steven Kuhn (Founder, TAB Media) on Building a Better America

Steven Kuhn (Founder, TAB Media) on Building a Better America Lessons from combat versus business environments Evolution of leadership thinking Podcast Overview In this insightful episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Steven Kuhn, founder of TAB Media and author of Citizen Servant Leader. The conversation explores his journey from military combat to leadership in business and society, along with actionable insights on how individuals can create meaningful change within their communities. 00:46 — What Shaped Steven Kuhn’s Leadership Philosophy? Lessons from combat versus business environments Evolution of leadership thinking The importance of action-driven leadership under pressure 01:38 — When Did Leadership Become About Responsibility, Not Position? Early accountability in military roles The lasting impact of battlefield experiences Core values: honesty, integrity, transparency, moral courage, and accountability 03:22 — Why Create TAB Media and Take America Back? A viral Ukraine-related video sparked a movement Addressing vacant local political positions (“precinct seats”) Encouraging citizens to step into leadership roles 06:54 — Citizen Servant Leadership in Practice Leading without formal titles Participating in local governance Building identity through purposeful action 08:22 — Competence and Integrity Today Integrity as a universal leadership principle Its role in building trust and relationships 09:26 — Identity: Behavior vs. Belief True identity revealed under pressure Aligning actions with values 10:27 — HIT: Honesty, Integrity & Transparency A foundational leadership infrastructure The ripple effect of self-honesty 12:16 — Practicing Transparency Effectively Balancing openness with responsibility Creating win-win communication 12:59 — Creating Space as a Leader Encouraging collaboration over control Allowing better group outcomes 13:35 — The Power of Slowing Down Crisis management lessons from the military Thoughtful action versus reactive decisions RESOURCES: Learn more about Steven Kuhn: LinkedIn  Enjoyed this podcast? How does the “Citizen Servant Leader” model differ from traditional leadership in organizations or government systems? Share your thoughts in the comments and join the conversation. Would you love to give us 5 stars? If yes, we’d greatly appreciate your review. Help us reach more people to keep them in the know as we talk to leaders, high achievers, and thought leaders from diverse backgrounds and nationalities. Excellence can come from anywhere. Stay in the know, and hear from emergent high achievers and experts. Stay updated with what’s shaping the world today through the latest The Brand Called You Podcast episode. Follow us on iTunes, Spotify, and Anchor.fm. You can find us at: Website: www.tbcy.in Instagram: http://bit.ly/3HO7N06 Facebook:http://bit.ly/3YzJOaD Twitter: http://bit.ly/3wMBOXK LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tbcy/ YouTube: http://bit.ly/3jmBqfq Chingari: https://chingari.io/tbcypodcast Moj:http://bit.ly/3wOrmPv Josh: http://bit.ly/3WWP0nB Thanks for listening! Profile Lessons from combat versus business environments Evolution of leadership thinking The importance of action-driven leadership under pressure The post Steven Kuhn (Founder, TAB Media) on Building a Better America first appeared on TBCY.