Leadership is Tricky

Erick Ocasio
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Leadership is Tricky was born in 2019, as a platform to share experiences in exercising formal and informal leadership with a broad and diverse audience across a wide spectrum. A by product of us living our PURPOSE to serve and give back to servant leaders everywhere.

  1. 6D AGO

    Season 6 - Episode 2 - Patti Tutalo

    Get ready for a powerhouse conversation! A leader who seamlessly blends tactical precision with deep human connection. Patti’s leadership style was forged in her distinguished military career where she mastered the art of high-stakes decision-making and disciplined execution. She brings that "boots on the ground" resilience to the podcast, proving that true command is built on integrity and service. She is a dedicated facilitator! Learn how she uses retreats to help high-achievers recalibrate, find clarity, and foster deep community. Vulnerability as Strength! She explains why creating space for others to be heard is a leader's most effective tool. We deep dive how holding space for others to grow is where the real work begins! #leadershipistricky

    1 hr

  2. MAR 22

    Season 6 - Episode 1 - LTG (Ret.) Milford Beagle

    Our season premiere featuring none other than LTG (R) Milford H. Beagle, Jr ("Beags") 🎖️ LTG Beagle is renowned for his "Beagle-isms" and his profound ability to simplify the complexities of command. In this episode, we dive deep into the grit, the grace, and the "tricky" nuances of leading high-performance organizations in an ever-changing landscape. Whether you're leading a small team or a global enterprise, this conversation is packed with the strategic insights you need to navigate the "hazards" of leadership.

    1h 6m

  3. 11/28/2025

    Season 5 - Episode 10 - Marika Auramo

    Erick Ocasio sits with Marika Auramo, CEO Vodafone Business, to explore her leadership journey and the reality of leading through exponential change. Drawing on over 25 years of B2B technology experience, Marika dives deep into the lessons learned from early in her career that has led her to leading on a global scale.

    37 min

  4. 08/09/2025

    Season 5 - Episode 9 - MG Pete Andrysiak

    Erick Ocasio sits down with a true titan of leadership, Major General Pete Andrysiak Get ready for an insightful and inspiring conversation as MG Andrysiak chronicles his remarkable military history and shares the profound leadership experiences that have shaped his distinguished career. From his early days as a young cadet to commanding at the highest levels, MG Andrysiak opens up about the pivotal moments, toughest challenges, and most valuable lessons learned on his path to leadership. Discover the principles and philosophies that have guided his decisions and enabled him to lead with integrity, courage, and impact. Whether you're a seasoned leader, an aspiring one, or simply curious about the makings of military excellence, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a leader who has navigated the complexities of command with unwavering dedication.

    1 hr

  5. 06/08/2025

    Season 5 - Episode 8 - Paul McVeigh

    Erick Sat down with Paul McVeigh, M.Sc. to capture his journey! For 25 years Paul has been an elite performer in two of the most competitive industries on the planet; elite sport and performance psychology. As a Premier League and International football player for Tottenham Hotspur, Norwich City and Northern Ireland, Paul competed with and against the best players in the world on a daily basis which has shaped his understanding of his methodology of high performance. As a world-renowned expert in elite performance, Paul’s credibility comes from his unique combination of reaching the pinnacle of elite sport as well as being the first Premier League footballer to qualify with a Master’s Degree in Psychology. As a thought leader in business, performance psychology and as a published author, he’s dedicated his career to understanding what makes humans ‘tick’ and how it affects the way they think, feel and act.

    36 min

  6. 01/12/2025

    Season 5 - Episode 7 - COL (Ret.) Mo Barrett

    Erick sits with Mo Barrett, a high energy, hilarious motivational speaker, TedX regular and a pioneer for women in aviation! I was blessed to sit down with her to discuss her upbringing, challenges navigating societal norms and bias and “being the first” in history to do something amazing in the United States Air Force! This retired Colonel will have you invested! She’s that good.

    1 hr

  7. 11/10/2024

    Season 5 - Episode 6 - Brigadier General Antoinette Gant

    Erick sits down with BG Antionette Gant to discuss her upbringing, inspirational story of becoming an engineer, General Officer in the United States Army and an inspirational figure in STEM and for those young girls that will one day stand on her shoulders!

    57 min

  8. 10/06/2024

    Season 5, Episode 5 - COL (Ret.) Drew Doolin

    I had the honor to sit down with Drew Doolin who was influential in my development as a professional at a time where his words, guidance and encouragement were needed. A marine who embodies selfless service and servant leadership… we speak about his journey, hardships, family and mental health!

    47 min
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Leadership is Tricky was born in 2019, as a platform to share experiences in exercising formal and informal leadership with a broad and diverse audience across a wide spectrum. A by product of us living our PURPOSE to serve and give back to servant leaders everywhere.

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  • Creator
    Erick Ocasio
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2019 Leadershipistricky
  • Show Website
    Leadership is Tricky

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