Gregory Archbold

Years ago, during a training rotation at the Joint Readiness Training Center, my unit was tasked with a nighttime air assault operation. We had solid leaders, a strong plan, and a motivated team. But a few hours into execution, things started to unravel. Timelines slipped. Coordination broke down. One platoon moved too early, another too  late. No  one had failed to do their job; they just didn’t share the same understanding of   what   the mission required,   why   it mattered, and   what...

By Gregory Archbold Over the years, from leading soldiers overseas to leading teams in corporate settings, I’ve realized something powerful: every employee, regardless of rank, role, or title, is silently asking their leader three questions. They might not say them out loud, but you’ll see it in their eyes, their effort, and their engagement; and how you answer them determines everything, trust, morale, and long-term performance. Where These Questions Come From No one ever pulled me aside and...

You Can’t Receive Leadership When You’re Filled with Bitterness and Ego This is my second newsletter on feedback , because it’s that important. Feedback can change careers, relationships, and entire cultures when it's done right. However, one thing I’ve learned is that feedback isn’t just about what’s said, but also about what’s received . The Lesson That Humbled Me Early in my career, I had a boss who pulled me aside one day and gave me feedback on my writing. He didn’t sugarcoat it. He said...