
Commander's Intent with Derek Oaks
When the pressure’s on, can you make the call? Commander's Intent helps leaders at every level make confident, timely decisions that drive real results. Hosted by Colonel (Ret.) Derek Oaks, former Air Force fighter pilot and leadership mentor, this podcast blends stories from combat and business to teach you how to lead with clarity, courage, and purpose. Learn t... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 43 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CareersBusinessManagement | |||

What can business leaders learn from commanding a U.S. Navy attack submarine?
In this episode of Commander's Intent, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks sits down with Commander William Spears, a career submariner and U.S. Navy officer, to explore ... more
Will artificial intelligence replace your job... or make you dramatically better at it?
In this timely episode of Commander's Intent, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks and co-host Rob sit down with software developer, AI strategist, author, and e... more
How do exceptional leaders make the right decisions when the pressure is high, the path isn't clear, and the stakes couldn't be greater?
In this episode of Commander's Intent, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks and co-host Rob Powell welcome retir... more
How do you innovate in an industry where every decision is scrutinized, every regulation matters, and failure simply isn't an option?
In this fascinating episode of Commander's Intent, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks and co-host Rob Powell sit ... more
What makes America truly exceptional, and what can today's leaders learn from the principles that shaped a nation?
In this thought-provoking episode of Commander's Intent, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks and Rob explore the origins of American ... more
What if the world's greatest leadership training ground isn't found in the boardroom but inside the gaming industry?
In this fascinating episode of Commander's Intent, Derek Oaks sits down with global media strategist and gaming industry expert Gayl... more
What if one simple conversation could change someone's life?
In this inspiring episode of Commander's Intent, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks sits down with bestselling author Jason Wright to explore the profound impact of human connection, emp... more
What happens when trust is the difference between success and failure, or even life and death?
In this episode of Commander's Intent, Derek Oaks sits down with retired Air Force JTAC and business leader David Bickel to explore why trust is the found... more
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This show centers on leadership, decision-making under pressure, and the human side of leading teams in both military and civilian contexts. Across episodes, the host and guests explore how to make confident calls, balance mission and people, and foster trust, gratitude, and resilience in high-stakes environments. Frequent themes include leveraging military discipline for business, debrief culture, risk management, and practical frameworks for execution. Notable strengths include firsthand battlefield-to-boardroom insights, a strong focus on ethical leadership, and an emphasis on real-world stories that illustrate timeless leadership principles in modern organizations. The format often features in-depth conversations with senior military le... more
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4. Julie De Jesus
5. Rob Blender Novotny
6. Ty Bennett
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