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Dr. John "Coach" Havlik, CAPT, U.S. Navy SEAL (Retired)
This episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of organizational learning, offering actionable insights for transforming learning leadership and, by extension, enhancing organizational performance. In this episode of the Practitioner Scholar podcast, host Jess Jones interviews Dr. John 'Coach' Havlick, a retired Navy SEAL Captain, Hall of Fame swimmer, and Penn CLO graduate. They discuss Dr. Havlick's storied career, from college swimming and coaching at the Naval Academy to leading elite SEAL units and his subsequent career in consulting and academia. Dr. Havlick shares insights from his book 'The Leadership Killer' and his Ph.D. research on stress management in elite performers, providing actionable strategies for routine adherence, focus, and healthy distractions. Additionally, Dr. Havlick emphasizes the importance of faith among SEALs and discusses his plans for future scholarly work and helping veterans through education.
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