Commander's Intent

By Derek Oaks

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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 to define your mission, empower your team, and execute with confidence. 


Episode Date
The Power of Human Connection with Jason Wright
Jun 25, 2026
Why Trust Matters More Than Talent with David Bickel
Jun 18, 2026
The Leadership Secret Fighter Pilots Call "Motherhood"
Jun 11, 2026
How to Lead Inside a Large Organization
Jun 04, 2026
The Most Powerful Leaders Make People Feel Seen
May 28, 2026
How to Live With Gratitude When Life Gives You a Second Chance
May 21, 2026
How High Performers Stay Focused When Everything Feels Urgent
May 14, 2026
Mission First or People First? The Leadership Truth No One Tells You
May 07, 2026
How Robert G. Novotny Makes High-Stakes Decisions: Fighter Pilot Leadership Secrets
Apr 30, 2026
From Fighter Squadrons to Ninja Warriors: What High Performance Really Looks Like
Apr 23, 2026
Structure vs. Chaos: The Leadership Framework That Determines Success with Jerry Cook
Apr 16, 2026
From Data to Dominance: How Elite Leaders Make Game-Changing Calls
Apr 09, 2026
Why Most Companies Fail at Scale (And How This CEO Is Fixing It)
Apr 02, 2026
Why Great Leaders Step Outside Their Role
Mar 26, 2026
The Golden Rule of Leadership: Why Great Teams Put People First
Mar 19, 2026
Why Integrity Is the Foundation of Great Leadership
Mar 12, 2026
Never Leave Them Behind: Leadership in the Face of Loss
Mar 05, 2026
You Don’t Control the Plan — But You Own the Outcome
Feb 26, 2026
Risk Is Not Certainty: How Leaders Decide What’s Worth It
Feb 19, 2026
From Fighter Pilot to Strategist: Applying Covey’s 7 Habits to Leadership
Feb 12, 2026
What’s the Point of a Plan? Why Planning Still Wins When Everything Falls Apart
Feb 05, 2026
Facing Risk with Clarity, Not Fear
Jan 29, 2026
Is Hesitancy Costing You Results?
Jan 22, 2026
A Daily Roadmap to Triple Your Productivity and Success
Jan 15, 2026
How Chaos Destroys Teams and How to Get Them Together Into the Jet Stream of Success
Jan 08, 2026
Why With Bombs, Bullets, and a Raging War Was Rescuing One Person So Important
Jan 01, 2026
What Being Deployed for Christmas Taught Me That Will Last a Lifetime
Dec 26, 2025
Why Making a High Stakes Decision is the Difference Between Success and Disaster
Dec 18, 2025
AI is Disrupting the Future Of Work – What are Your 5 Keys to a Successful Career?
Dec 12, 2025
Can You Trust AI With Your Important Decisions?
Dec 04, 2025
Are You a Narcissistic Leader or an Empathetic One?
Nov 27, 2025
Can I Really Make Better Decisions Faster?
Nov 20, 2025
What Should Be the Chief of Staff’s Commander’s Intent?
Nov 13, 2025
What Is a Fighter Pilot Debrief & Why Would I Use It?
Nov 06, 2025
Are You More of a Commander or Follower?
Oct 30, 2025
Are You a Wimpy Leader or a Confident One?
Oct 23, 2025
What Is Commander’s Intent & Why Should You Care?
Oct 20, 2025