Command 2 Corporate
Welcome to Command 2 Corporate!
We’re your hosts, Larry Perry and Tawofik “T” Ghazal—two Army veterans who took different paths in service but found common ground in corporate America. One of us, a retired Lieutenant Colonel with over 20 years of leadership experience in the military, and the other, a former Staff Sergeant who served a decade before transitioning into the business world.
Together, we break down our thoughts on leadership—from the motor pool to the boardroom, and everywhere in between.
This is for leaders in transition and leaders in the making. It’s for up-and-coming professionals trying to find their place; the team players, the quiet influencers, the culture builders, and the ones doing the hard work without a spotlight. No fluff, no gimmicks—just real talk from those who’ve led through challenges, adapted under pressure, and thrived in the face of change.
Leadership isn’t just taught, it’s lived. Let’s get to work.
Command 2 Corporate
🎙️ Ep. 13 - Why Toxic Leaders get Promoted | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Why do we keep promoting toxic leaders?
In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we unpack Simon Sinek’s controversial insight on why some of the most damaging leaders climb the ladder—while servant leaders get left behind.
With a military and corporate lens, we explore how performance-at-all-costs cultures reward toxic traits, the long-term damage this creates, and how we can change the narrative. If you’ve ever watched a poor leader rise while a great one gets ignored, this episode will hit home.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
🔹 Simon Sinek argues that toxic leaders often get promoted because of high performance - do you agree? Why or why not?
🔹 Why do some organizations prioritize results over relationships - and at what cost?
🔹 What's the responsibility of senior leadership in addressing or preventing toxic leadership behaviors?
🗣️ Like, subscribe, and comment: Have you ever worked under a toxic leader?
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