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.
Episodes
22 episodes
🎙️ S2. Ep5. - Delegation without Micromanagement | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Delegation is one of the hardest skills for new leaders to master. We’ll show you how to empower your team, hold them accountable, and avoid the trap of micromanagement by applying the military concept of “mission command.”🎯 Key Take...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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51:18
🎙️ S2. Ep4. - Communicating Up, Down, and Across | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Leadership is communication. This episode explores how to tailor your approach when speaking to executives, peers, and direct reports. We’ll compare military briefing techniques with corporate storytelling and share real-world strategies you...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:12
🎙️ S2. Ep3. - Trust as the Currency of Leadership | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Trust is the foundation of every high-performing team. In this episode, we discuss how to establish and maintain trust, why consistency is key, and how military teams thrive under pressure because of unshakable trust.🎯 Key Takeaw...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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51:39
🎙️ S2 Ep2 Command Presence in Corporate | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Leaders don’t just manage tasks — they project presence. In this episode, we unpack how to carry yourself with confidence, credibility, and influence, even if you’re new to leadership. Learn how to bring military command presence into the co...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:37
🎙️ S2. Ep1: From Doer to Leader - Making the Shift | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Being great at your job doesn’t guarantee success as a leader. In this episode, we break down the critical mindset shift from individual contributor to people-leader. We’ll share lessons from our military journey — moving from soldier to squ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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50:32
🎙️ Ep. 14 - Proper Introductions from us! | Command 2 Corporate
Meet your hosts...properly!Believe it or not, we actually did introductions while recording our very first episode. The thing about our first episode is that it wasn't suppose to be an episode. It was a test recording that turned into o...
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53:09
🎙️ 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.
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55:16
🎙️Ep.12 - Giving Guidance vs Artistic Freedom | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️How much guidance is too much? In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we explore the delicate balance between direction and creative freedom—and why it matters in leadership, innovation, and team growth.As former military leaders tur...
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Episode 12
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56:14
Ep.11 - Leadership Impact in a New Role: Immediate Change or Observe First | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ When you’re the new leader, all eyes are on you. Should you make bold changes right away or take time to learn the culture and people first?In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we unpack what effective leadership looks like in tho...
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Episode 11
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53:54
🎙️Ep 10: Managing Up | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️ Giving your boss feedback can feel like walking a tightrope. In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we break down how to manage up—not by kissing up, but by communicating with honesty, courage, and strategy.As veterans turned corpor...
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58:27
Professional Maturity and Leadership Maturity – What’s the Difference? | Command 2 Corporate
In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we dive deep into two traits that can make or break your career: Professional Maturity and Leadership Maturity. They may sound similar, but the reality is… they play very different roles in your success.<...
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Episode 9
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42:04
Team Dynamics, Cross-Collaboration, & Office Politics - Part II | Command 2 Corporate
How do strong team dynamics fall apart—and how do office politics play a hidden role in that breakdown? In this two-part episode of Command 2 Corporate, we dig into the real-world challenges of cross-functional collaboration in the workplace, e...
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Episode 8
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45:48
Team Dynamics, Cross-Collaboration & Office Politics - Part I | Command 2 Corporate
How do strong team dynamics fall apart—and how do office politics play a hidden role in that breakdown? In this two-part episode of Command 2 Corporate, we dig into the real-world challenges of cross-functional collaboration in the workplace, e...
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Episode 8
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50:00
What is Corporate Culture? Breaking down the buzzword | Command 2 Corporate
🎖️What exactly is corporate culture—and why does it matter? In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we dig deep into the DNA of workplace culture. From our military roots to our corporate careers, we reflect on how environments shape behavior, ...
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Episode 7
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51:21
Profits VS. People | Command 2 Corporate
Is it possible to prioritize people and profits—or does one always come at the expense of the other?In this thought-provoking episode of Command 2 Corporate, two Army veterans turned corporate leaders unpack the tension between mission ...
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Episode 6
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51:36
Civilian Vs. Military Environment - Worlds Apart | Command 2 Corporate
The jump from the military to corporate America isn’t just a career change—it’s a culture shock. In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we dive into the stark differences between life in uniform and life in the civilian workforce. From leaders...
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Episode 5
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54:38
Transitioning Out of the Military into the Civilan Sector
Leaving the uniform behind is more than a career move—it’s an identity shift. In Episode 4 of Command 2 Corporate, your veteran co-hosts pull back the curtain on one of the most challenging phases of post-military life: the transition into the ...
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Episode 4
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49:57
Leadership in the Military - Part III | Command 2 Corporate
In this 3- part episode, we dive deep into our military journeys and explore how leadership is forged in the U.S. Army—from day one at basic training to leading troops in combat.We reflect on:🔹 What led us to join the Army and h...
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45:33
Leadership in the Military - Part II | Command 2 Corporate
In this 3- part episode, we dive deep into our military journeys and explore how leadership is forged in the U.S. Army—from day one at basic training to leading troops in combat.We reflect on:🔹 What led us to join the Army and h...
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Episode 3
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56:13
Leadership in the Military - Part I | Command 2 Corporate
In this 3-part episode, we dive deep into our military journeys and explore how leadership is forged in the U.S. Army—from day one at basic training to leading troops in combat.We reflect on:🔹 What led us to join the Army and ho...
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Episode 3
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49:45
Earliest Memories of Leadership | Command 2 Corporate
Where does leadership really begin? In this episode, we rewind the clock and reflect on our earliest memories of leadership—from childhood moments to high-stakes military experiences that shaped who we are today.Join us as two Army vete...
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Episode 2
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44:42