Teach Me to Fish "Helping Leaders better understand what drives People"

Matt Leclair

Why Teach Me to Fish? Catch someone a fish, feed them for a day. Teach them to fish, feed their family for life.  Our purpose is to help Leaders better understand what drives People. In any organization, the core of recruiting and retaining talent revolves around leadership. And not just average leadership, but motivated, values-based, inspirational leadership.   Our Pursuit is to get a little bit better every day. Progress = Small Victories and stacking habits. Habits like Getting up early, working your butt off, learning something new, being positive and surrounding yourself with phenomenal People.   Thanks for investing some time for yourself and thinking about the kind of People and experiences in your life that inspire you to be the best version of yourself.  I hope these conversations spark some ideas on what you can do to inspire People too. Link to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teach_me_to_fish_podcast/

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#83 Conviction Is the Multiplier. From SERE instructor to B-1 Weapon System Officer to the dad who leads by example. — How belief and attitude closes the gap between what you know and what you actually do. A conversation w/ Manny Lamson @mannymustache

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Manny Lamson has been tested in some of the highest-stakes environments the military has to offer — as a SERE instructor, as a B-1 Weapons Systems Officer, and now as OIC of RAD rucking and an alum of Soldiers to Sidelines. In this conversation, Matt and Manny dig into what actually separates people who perform under pressure from those who fold: not more skill, but more conviction. They cover the jump...

Jul 23

1 hr 50 min

#82 Building a Team of True Believers: Creating a Purpose-Driven Team United by Shared Vision, Deep Conviction, and Organized by their Individual Strengths. A conversation with Jared Wilson

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Can you really talk someone into belief? Retired Army strategist Jared Wilson shares how he’s come to think about building a team that runs without you—conviction first, talent second—plus why a lot of “transformation” is really just modernization, why the words we use matter more than we admit, and how to use AI honestly. This episode, titled "#82 Building a Team of True Believers," features a d...

Jul 13

2 hr 40 min

#81 Lead well today. Morning inspiration to lock in your attitude, as a leader for your team. Your attitude and leader development model starts with yourself. Go First, Demonstrate it, Do it right. #NoDaysOff

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This video, titled "Lead well today," focuses on leadership, personal development, and the importance of daily habits. The speaker shares insights gained from military service and professional experiences to encourage leaders to maximize their time and influence. Key themes include: Intentional Time Management: The speaker emphasizes that how and with whom we spend our time are the most critical daily ...

Jun 29

6 min

#80 Is Your Attitude Your Superpower or Your Kryptonite? The Attitude Advantage.

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Why Teach Me to Fish? Catch someone a fish, feed them for a day. Teach them to fish, feed their family for life. Our purpose is to help Leaders better understand what drives People to serve. In any organization, the core of recruiting and retaining talent revolves around leadership. And not just average leadership, but motivated, values-based, inspirational leadership. Our Pur...

Jun 29

33 min

#79 The Standard: No Secrets, No Shortcuts, No Excuses. Just discipline, doing the little things right and NoDaysOff of course. A Conversation with Coach Josh Saunders of Robinson Flag Football.

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode features a deep-dive conversation between Matthew Leclair and Josh Saunders, the coach of the highly successful Robinson High School flag football team. They discuss the culture of excellence that has led the program to 11 state championships, including 10 consecutive titles, and a career record of 301-34 for Coach Saunders. Key Themes & Takeaways The Power of "The Standard": The core ...

Jun 15

2 hr 35 min

#78 Go Be Great. From 75th Ranger Regiment RASP to ROTC. A look into leadership at the most consequential levels. The foundation for Soldiers and Cadets. Part 2 conversation w/ Mike Meegan aka R.A.N.G.E.R.U

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode of Teach Me to Fish features a deep dive into leadership, culture, and professional development, drawing from the guest's transition from the 75th Ranger Regiment to Army ROTC at Texas A&M and his future role at the Army Ranger Training Brigade (ARTB). Key Themes and Takeaways Culture Building and Standards (18:41 - 29:00): The guest emphasizes that effective leadership begins with a r...

Jun 9

1 hr 42 min

#77 Building Leaders on Purpose: Why Great Organizations Don't Leave Leadership Development to Chance. A conversation w/ Sam Diehl

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode of Teach Me to Fish features a deep dive into intentional leader development within the military. Hosted by Matthew Leclair, the conversation centers on the philosophy that great organizations do not leave leadership development to chance. Key Discussion Points: The Power of Mentorship and Counseling: The guest, Colonel Sam Deal, emphasizes that leader development is the most effective way...

Jun 6

1 hr 34 min

#76 Impact Players Always Make the Manifest: Mike Meegan on Becoming the Greatest Teammate" A conversation w/ Mike Meegan aka R.A.N.G.E.R.U

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode of Teach Me to Fish features a deep dive into the career and leadership philosophy of Sergeant First Class Mike Meegan. The conversation focuses on the importance of being a reliable teammate and the cultural impact of high-standard military training. Key themes and discussions include: The "Great Teammate" Philosophy: Mike emphasizes that more than physical achievements or test scores, a ...

Jun 2

53 min

#75 You Can’t do it Alone, Clarity is King, and Execution is the Key. A throwback episode of an archived conversation between two leaders doing their best.

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. Eavesdrop on one of the most fulfilling and conversational relationships between Trivius Caldwell and Matt Leclair. They served together as Squadron Commander and Operations officer during a challenging leadership time we remember as "COVID". “Matt Leclair trusted me to implement my creative approach toward leadership, and this conversation unlocks the secrets to interpersonal and authentic organizatio...

Apr 22

1 hr 22 min

#74 Built on Culture: What My First Two Years with West Point Volleyball Taught Me About Teamwork, Respect, and Leadership.

Let us know what you are think about this episode here. 💬 Text here. This episode of the Teach Me to Fish podcast features host Matthew Leclair in a conversation with members of the West Point Volleyball team. The discussion explores the parallels between building culture in collegiate athletics and leading teams in the U.S. Army. Key Themes and Takeaways: Transitioning to Leadership: The cadets discuss the evolution from their freshman (plebe) year, where they were pri...

Apr 6

1 hr 14 min