Unarmored Talk
Unarmored Talk
Mario P. Fields - Sergeant Major (Ret.)
When Your Boss Is the Problem: A Leader’s Journey
21 minutes Posted Jan 13, 2026 at 10:00 pm.
Welcome And Mission Of The Show
Charity Support And Community Impact
Introducing Veteran Leader Gregory Archibald
Career Journey From Enlisted To Officer
Facing A Difficult Manager In Corporate
Tactics For Surviving Micromanagement
Modeling Leadership For The Team
Remove Emotion Before Decisions
Control The Span You Actually Own
Mission Over Ego And Efficiency Gains
Reputation, Restraint, And Quiet Professionalism
Advice To Younger Self: Read More
Book Launch Invite And Closing Details
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Send us Fan Mail Ever feel the tension rise the moment your boss walks in? On this episode of Unarmored Talk, host Mario P. Fields, Sergeant Major (Retired) sits down with Army veteran, TEDx speaker, and leadership strategist Gregory Archbold to break down how to lead calmly and effectively when leadership above you falls short. With 33 years of experience—from enlisted medic to military police officer to corporate leader—Gregory shares practical tools for veterans and professionals navigatin...