{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/649329e1f497f0001127cea3/66157077dd3b8b00171ffdb4?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Dennis Mellen on Leadership","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/649329e1f497f0001127cea3/1712681044076-622a7cad75d2bf8da6627ecda8bc30bc.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to the Unapologetic Third Act podcast! Today we have an inspiring conversation with retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and leadership expert Dennis Mellon. Dennis shares his incredible journey from a career in aviation to becoming an internationally recognized speaker and coach. We'll discuss leadership, overcoming obstacles, and pursuing your goals and dreams.</p><p>Dennis Mellen brings years of leadership experience as a retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, a twenty-eight-year retired Alaska Airlines Fleet Captain in charge of 650 pilots and 40 instructors, and a bestselling author. He is an internationally recognized speaker, an executive leadership coach, and a certified athletic mental performance master. His target audience is future as well as established leaders. He attended numerous Air Force leadership schools and is a graduate of the USAF Academy. A seasoned speaker whose goal is to bring education, inspiration, and entertainment to various leaders looking to connect the culture with the vision.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Takeaways</strong>:</p><p>- Navigating career transitions and finding purpose after 50</p><p>- Creating a speak-up culture and open communication in the workplace</p><p>- Adapting to change and innovating to achieve organizational vision</p><p>- Learning from mistakes and persevering to achieve goals</p><p>- Developing inclusive work environments and fostering innovation</p><p>- The importance of servant leadership and ongoing learning</p><p>- Aligning individual goals with organizational goals</p><p>- Finding mentors to aid in leadership development</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect With Dennis</strong></p><p>Phone: 425-681-8652</p><p>E-Mail: dennis@fullthrottleleadership.com</p><p><a href=\"https://fullthrottleleadership.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://fullthrottleleadership.com/</a></p><p>Book: Takes More Than Heart: <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Takes-More-Than-Heart-Opportunities/dp/1525591827\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.amazon.com/Takes-More-Than-Heart-Opportunities/dp/1525591827</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Lisa Owens"}