Episode 128: The Power of People-First Leadership: Lessons from the Navy to API Group
About this episode
Sam Smith shares his leadership journey and the importance of a people-first approach in business.
In this episode, Sam Smith, Director of Inspections Enablement, shares his leadership journey from the depths of a submarine to the heart of API Group's fastest-growing program. Sam discusses how investing in people became his North Star and why he walked away from chasing titles to find a company that prioritizes long-term growth over short-term wins.
People in this episode
Guest: Sam Smith
Topics covered
- leadership
- people-first approach
- personal growth
- Navy experience
- long-term growth
Keywords
- leadership
- people-first
- Navy
- API Group
- growth
- management
- career
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: API Group
Places: submarine
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