NCO Journal Podcast

NCO Journal Podcast Episode 50 - The Importance of Empowering your Subordinates

NCO Journal Podcast

Show Notes

Sgt. Brandon Burnett and Master Sgt. James Carmichael join the NCOJ Podcast to discuss their philosophies on leadership based on Sgt. Burnett's article, "The Importance of Empowering your Subordinates."

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