Jon in the Media

Jon spoke at TEDx Claremont Graduate University. In his talk he presents powerful lessons from elite tactical units about incorporating constructive disagreement into your leadership approach.

He recommended a three-step methodology for better decision-making: surround yourself with strong personalities who challenge your thinking, implement “rank off” planning to harvest your team's collective wisdom, and rigorously test your ideas through “red teaming.”

With compelling stories and practical insights, he recommended embracing disagreement rather than avoiding it and how it leads to superior outcomes and why effective leaders prioritize results over protecting their egos.