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Commander's Intent

Derek Oaks
Leadership
Decision Making
Iraq
Personal Development
Saddam Hussein
Air Force
Commander's Intent
Artificial Intelligence
Chemical Weapons
George W. Bush
Weapons Of Mass Destruction
Fighter Pilot Debrief
John Boyd
U.S. National Security
9/11
Military Leadership
Career Development
Resource Management
Risk Management
Confidence

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

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In this episode, retired Air Force Colonel Derek Oaks, special operations veteran Dan Laguna shares raw, unforgettable stories of leadership under fire.

From choosing between saving a wounded soldier or a dying child in Iraq… to landing in the middl... more

In this episode, retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot Derek Oaks tackles one of the toughest leadership realities: What do you do when your boss makes a bad decision — and you still have to execute?

Through a powerful combat story from Afghan... more

In this episode, Derek Oaks sits down with retired Air Force General Jim Slife to answer a critical leadership question: Who actually owns risk? 

From young pilots who believe they’re bulletproof to senior leaders managing global operations, this ep... more

In this episode of Commander’s Intent, retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot Derek Oaks and Rob Powell explore a powerful question: Can Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People actually make you a better strategist?

Drawing from mil... more

In this episode of Commander’s Intent, retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot Derek Oaks breaks down a hard leadership truth: plans rarely survive first contact—but planning is still essential.

Drawing from real combat missions and life-or-deat... more

In this episode of Commander’s Intent, retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot Derek Oaks and co-host Rob Powell break down how leaders should think about risk—and why fear-based decision-making quietly destroys momentum, trust, and mission succe... more

Hesitation isn’t harmless—it’s expensive.

In this episode of Commander’s Intent, retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot Derek Oaks breaks down how decision hesitancy is quietly killing momentum, confidence, and results in today’s organizations.... more

In this episode of Commander’s Intent, retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot Derek Oaks challenges a question many people secretly ask: Why even bother setting goals when most people quit anyway? Derek and co-host Rob break down why goals fail,... more

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Focusing on leadership and decision-making, this podcast offers a blend of compelling narratives from military combat and business, aimed at teaching listeners how to make confident, timely decisions that drive results. The host frequently shares personal anecdotes from his time as a retired Air Force Colonel, discussing the importance of clarity, courage, and purpose in leadership roles. Topics frequently covered include leadership principles, the significance of empathy in team dynamics, and practical decision-making frameworks like the OODA Loop. The approach taken is likely to engage professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills while navigating high-stakes situations and complex environments.

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