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Lived Purpose Under Fire
Most leaders talk about purpose.
Few have lived it under fire.
Colonel (Ret.) Bob McLaughlin, Executive Director of the Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, has spend his life leading from the front—first on the battlefield, and now in the fight for veteran’s reintegration, resilience, and renewal.
When I asked him,” What did you have to amputate to elevate?” his answer is exactly what I expected from this amazing leader.
“I had to amputate my expectations—and accept people for who they are.”
That’s the kind of leadership wisdom you only earn through experience, reflection, and humility.
Guest Spotlight: Bob McLaughlin
Bob McLaughlin served as the Garrison Commander at Fort Carson, building programs that cared for soldiers and families in their toughest moments.
Today, as the head of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, he leads one of the nation’s premier transition programs for veterans—helping them rediscover purpose, employment, and healing after military service.
In my conversation, Bob shares how humility, listening, and alignment drive impact far beyond rank or title.
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3 Leadership Levers from Bob McLaughlin
1.Amputate Expectations—Accept Reality.
Leadership begins when we release our grip on how it should be and engage people where they actually are.
2.Communicate to Align, Not to Win.
Disagreement is not disrespect. Real leaders make room for challenge—then align around vision.
3.Serve First, Success Follows.
Bob’s mentor once told him: “If you take care of people, people will take care of you.”
That’s how Mt. Carmel grew from a $750K start-up to a $5 million impact organization.
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Reflection Question
What expectation do you need to amputate in order to elevate your leadership today?
Drop your thoughts in the comments—I’d love to hear from you.
Go forth - Inspire your world
