Catalysts for Change
Catalysts for Change is a podcast about leaders who drive meaningful impact by balancing strategy, purpose, and action. Hosted by Adam Lister, each episode dives into the pivotal moments, values, and lessons that shape how change really happens in business, government, education, and beyond.
Catalysts for Change
Lead Like a Marine: Running Toward Challenges with John Warren
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What does leadership look like when the stakes are at their highest?
In this episode of Catalysts for Change, Adam Lister sits down with former Marine infantry officer, entrepreneur, and author John Warren for a conversation on resilience, integrity, and leading through uncertainty. From leading more than 300 combat missions in Ramadi during the Iraq War to building one of the nation’s leading real estate investment lending companies, John shares the lessons that shaped his approach to leadership under pressure.
Together, they explore the importance of core values, leading from the front, building high-performing teams, political courage, and why trust is earned most in difficult moments. John also reflects on the transition from combat to business, his run for governor of South Carolina, and the leadership principles behind his bestselling book, Lead Like a Marine.
This episode is a candid and deeply practical conversation for leaders navigating pressure, responsibility, and the challenge of building mission-driven teams in uncertain environments.
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Catalysts for Change is an initiative of One 12 Strategies, brought to you in part by the Southern Research Collaborative
Catalysts for Change is an initiative of One Twelve Strategies, brought to you in part by the Southern Research Collaborative