Episode 039 - General Krulak
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General Krulak is a former commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps and a deputy director of the White House Military Office, and he has served by presidential appointment as chairman of the U.S. Naval Academy Board of Visitors, overseeing the board responsible for the policies of the U.S. Naval Academy. Following his retirement from military service, General Krulak was made chairman and CEO of MBNA Europe Bank in England, where he oversaw the financial turnaround for the credit card provider. He subsequently joined MBNA America Bank as vice chairman and chief administrative officer, where he was responsible for corporate and personnel development and education. General Krulak served as president of Birmingham-Southern Collegeand continues to be passionate about supporting the development of young people.
General Krulak joins me today to share the experience he gained while working with Presidents Regan and Bush as part of the White House Military Office staff and how his role was pivotal in providing military support. He discusses his move into leading private companies and why it was important to him to be authentic and honest to get the best out of his staff and himself in this new industry. General Krulak also shares the motivation behind his charitable work with the US Israel Education Association and the future objectives of the program.
“Where principle is involved, be deaf to expediency.” - General Krulak
THIS WEEK ON THE WOW FACTOR:
The advantages of growing up a military junior
Why he decided to join the Marine Corps
His journey through training school to become an Infantry Officer and subsequently go to Vietnam
The emotional impact of being in the Marine Corps on his wife and family
How he progressed through the ranks in his career
The difference between the public and classified areas of his work at the White House
The personal importance of embracing Christianity to General Krulak
His pride in being selected as the Marine Corps Commandant
The Importance of prayer in significant moments
The Influence of his father and other mentors such as President Regan
Why he is passionate about moving forward and helping young people
How he continued to grow as a leader
Why he doesn't dwell on regrets
General Krulak’s Words of Wisdom:
If you want to be successful in life, be a man or a woman of character, have moral courage, do the right thing, have integrity.
