EP9 - Seumas Kerr (Defence Impact)

<p> content type</p><p><br /></p><p>Interview</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> primary goal</p><p><br /></p><p>Educational</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> summary</p><p><br /></p><p>Seamus Kerr shares insights from his 35-year military career, leadership principles, and his work bridging the gap between the armed forces and the business community through Defence Impact. Discover how military leadership skills translate to the commercial world and the importance of purpose, decision-making, and social value in defense contracting.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> keywords</p><p><br /></p><p>Leadership, Military to Civilian Transition, Defence Impact, Business and Armed Forces, Leadership Principles, Strategic Decision-Making, Social Value, Military Networks, Veteran Employment, Cross-Sector Partnerships</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> key topics</p><p><br /></p><p>Military leadership principles and their application in business</p><p>The importance of purpose and decision-making in leadership</p><p>Bridging the gap between the armed forces and the business community</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> guest name</p><p><br /></p><p>Seamus Kerr</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Titles</p><p><br /></p><p>From Major General to Business Leader: Seamus Kerr's Leadership Journey</p><p>Bridging the Gap: Military Skills in the Business World</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p> sound bites</p><p><br /></p><p>"Be bold and make decisions for the greater good"</p><p>"Leadership is about serving and trusting your team"</p><p>"Define your main effort and give clear objectives"</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Seamus Kerr's Journey</p><p>02:47 The Path to Military Leadership</p><p>06:11 Military Training and Leadership Development</p><p>12:18 Transitioning to the Commercial World</p><p>15:51 Leadership Challenges in Business</p><p>19:42 Decision-Making and Leadership Philosophy</p><p>23:08 Bridging Business and Armed Forces</p><p>23:19 Creating Social Value in Defense Contracts</p><p>28:14 Skanska's Role in Supporting Military Talent</p><p>31:06 The Importance of Facility Management in Defense</p><p>36:20 Leadership Lessons from Military Experience</p><p>39:25 Mentorship and Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life</p><p>42:48 Engaging with the Armed Forces Community</p><p><br /></p><p> resources</p><p><br /></p><p>Defence Impact - https://defenceimpact.org.uk/</p><p>Armed Forces Covenant - https://www.armedforcescovenant.gov.