Passing The Torch with Martin Foster
Welcome to Passing The Torch, a personal development podcast that’s about the journey, not just the destination.
This show is a conversation with people who inspire me — thought leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, authors, and others who are constantly evolving and learning about themselves. I’m not pretending to have it all figured out, and that’s what makes this podcast different. As I navigate my own personal growth and discover new tools, insights, and stories that are helping me, I’m bringing you along for the ride.
I believe that when it comes to self-improvement, we don’t always need to hear from someone who has already "arrived" at their ideal self. Instead, we can find power in connecting with people who are in the trenches alongside us, figuring things out as they go. Passing The Torch is an opportunity for both of us to learn, grow, and share in real-time.
Every episode, I sit down with individuals from all walks of life — from CEOs and best-selling authors to Special Forces Operators, friends, and elite athletes — and we dive deep into the lessons they’ve learned, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the wisdom they’ve gained. Along the way, I’ll be sharing my own experiences and insights from my personal development journey.
Whether you’re someone who’s looking for guidance or simply enjoy hearing raw, honest stories of transformation, Passing The Torch offers something for everyone. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about sharing what we’ve learned and helping each other move forward.
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Passing The Torch with Martin Foster
Ep. 21with Susan Mace: Lead yourself first and lead others with humility, honesty and vulnerability
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Passing the Torch with Martin Foster
Guest: Retired Chief Master Sergeant Susan Mace
Summary:
Susan Mace served 25 years in the United States Air Force and is a retired Chief Master Sergeant. She held a position that represents the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force.
Susan is an experienced leader with an accomplished record of operations management success in teambuilding, continuous improvement, intelligence operations, project management, and quality control. In addition, she is a skilled communicator and an expert at building high performing teams, key relationships, and improved operational results. As if that were not enough, Susan has a proven track record as an experienced manager adept at leading and implementing innovative initiatives by leveraging cross-functional teams within a complex organization to achieve operational goals. Throughout her decorated career, Susan has excelled with strengthening individuals, teams, and organizations to achieve increased results and effectiveness.
Key Takeaways:
- Reflecting on legacy and comparing perspective on legacy while serving as opposed to post retirement (2:00)
- Identifying the things that make each person special and leveraging that talent for the greater good (6:00)
- Reflecting back on her career, one example Susan looks back on and is proud of that moment (8:20)
- Past failure or apparent failure that set her up for future success (11:30)
- After 25 years in the military, best advice for those searching to reboot their life (13:30)
- What comes first, trust or vulnerability? (20:40)
- Thoughts on insecurity as motivation to living life at the fullest (26:00)
- Importance of mentorship and coaching (29:30)
- Shout out to strong women who Susan admires (30:30)
- Casting choices if a movie were made about Susan's life (33:30)
- Possible celebrity crush
- What Matthew McConaughey smells like
- Susan's billboard message
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