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Show Notes:Episode 7 Part 5: Grit, Perseverance, and LeadershipKey Discussion Points: In this episode, we dive into the stories of Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret) and A. Torrisi (USA, Ret) as they share their experiences in discovering their leadership qualities. They discuss how understanding their teams' strengths and weaknesses and investing in individuals with potential contributed to their success. The conversation highlights the importance of caring for team members through both good and bad times, which encourages a strong and cohesive team dynamic.Notable Quotes:Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret): “One of my best qualities is that I found talented people and surrounded myself with really smart, good people.”A. Torrisi (USA, Ret): “You can care for your team and not be weak. Caring and loving your soldiers or your team is your commitment. You see all of them. Your superstars shine every day. But the one that is struggling, I work to see them. They are on this team for a different role, but they are on this team.”Rachel Book: “Grit. Some people have it naturally. It comes from less than ideal circumstances. But Grit is such an indicator of success.”Sources:Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth AmazonAngela Lee Duckworth's TED Talk on GritConclusion: To learn more about Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) stories in greater depth, we invite you to watch the remaining parts of this series. Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show NotesEpisode 7 Part 6: Trailblazing Female Leadership in the ArmyKey Discussion Points: In this episode, we dive into the story of Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret) and her experiences as part of the initial push for women in command roles in the Army. She discusses how, as a female in a predominantly male environment, she adjusted and found her footing. She shares her journey through roles traditionally held by men and how she navigated these challenges to rise to a senior command position.Notable Quote:Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret): “Females in the Army, the reputation does not precede you. You have to prove yourself every time you go someplace. You’re a new entity no matter what. It takes a lot of that grit to do that.”Conclusion: To learn more about Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) stories in greater depth, we invite you to watch the remaining parts of this series. Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show Notes:Episode 7 Part 7: Navigating Work-Life Balance in High-Stakes RolesKey Discussion Points: In this episode, A. Torrisi (USA, Ret) shares her experiences balancing high-stakes global security roles with personal life. She discusses the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field, proving her capabilities, and managing her responsibilities as a mother, spouse, daughter, and friend. Torrisi highlights the importance of recognizing limits and prioritizing what truly matters.Notable Quote:A. Torrisi (USA, Ret): “I don’t think you can have it all. I know people say you can have it all. And maybe they can, but I couldn’t do it. In the corporate world, my bad habits are my bad habits. There is always a person to take care of, there is always something to solve and create. I am a work in progress.”Conclusion: To learn more about Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) stories in greater depth, we invite you to watch the remaining parts of this series. Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show Notes:Episode 7 Part 8: Insights on Leadership for the Next GenerationKey Discussion Points: In this episode, we hear from Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret) and A. Torrisi (USA, Ret) as they share their advice for those stepping into leadership roles, especially women. They recount personal experiences where they were excluded due to their gender and discuss how women, as a minority, must work to overcome these judgments. Their stories provide valuable insights on navigating leadership as a woman in traditionally male-dominated fields.Notable Quotes:A. Torrisi (USA, Ret): “I didn’t bat an eye about being the only female in the room. I didn’t bat an eye because I felt like I had a seat at the table.”Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret): “You have to allow yourself to be yourself in a leadership role. Don’t be afraid. Step up. Know your craft. And don’t be afraid of it.”Conclusion: To learn more about Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) stories in greater depth, we invite you to watch the remaining parts of this series. Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show NotesEpisode 7: Women in Command - Reflections from Top Ranks of the US MilitaryWelcome back to the Book of Law Podcast! We are thrilled to introduce a new series focusing on the distinguished careers of Col. M. Maier (USA Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi (USA Ret). Join us as we explore their personal stories and professional insights.Key Discussion Points:Strategic decision-making in the face of uncertainty.Challenges faced as leaders and strategies for overcoming them.Reflections on pivotal leadership qualities and their development.Insights on growth and challenges in early leadership roles.Balancing career with personal life responsibilities.Advice for future leaders in military and corporate roles.Sources:Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth AmazonAngela Lee Duckworth's TED Talk on GritConclusion: To dive deeper into Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) inspiring stories, watch the remaining parts of this series. Thank you for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. Subscribe, share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show Notes:Episode 7 Part 3: Navigating Strategic Uncertainties and Tactical RealitiesKey Discussion Points: In this episode, we dive into Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) strategies for decision-making and how they navigate their choices to achieve their desired outcomes.Military Decision-Making Applied to the Corporate World:Col. Maier and Torrisi discuss how the decision-making methodologies they learned in the military can be effectively applied to the corporate world.They emphasize the importance of analyzing missions, whether in a corporate setting or a military operation, to determine the best way to accomplish tasks.Notable Quotes:Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret):“Bottom line is if you are in the corporate world or the military, you have a mission. Whether it's to make money, gather customers, or win a war, you have a mission that you have to do.”A. Torrisi (USA, Ret):“If you build trust, you can solve any problem. We might not solve it perfectly, but you know you will get through it because the people to your right and left have the right intent and they’re doing their very best. And we can recover if we don’t get it perfect. Because you are never going to get it perfect.”Conclusion: To learn more about Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) stories in greater depth, we invite you to watch the remaining parts of this series! Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show Notes:Episode 7 Part 4: Facing Difficult Situations as Leaders of Leaders and Drivers of TeamsKey Discussion Points: In this episode, we dive into Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) processes for making difficult decisions. They discuss how to take a step back, decide what decisions need to be made to better the group, and weigh options to achieve the desired outcome. We also explore their styles in managing situations involving working with people and addressing various challenges.Notable Quotes:Col. M. Maier (USA, Ret):“It was the hardest decision I had to make, but the most successful.”Patrick:“I learned what courage was from Mary.”A. Torrisi (USA, Ret):“During my time in the military, I feel like the candor and feedback, even if I disagreed with it, was still feedback I had to contemplate and figure out, okay, how do I access that?”Conclusion: To learn more about Col. M. Maier's (USA, Ret) and Col. A. Torrisi's (USA, Ret) stories in greater depth, we invite you to watch the remaining parts of this series! Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Episode 7 Part 1: Introduction of Col M. Maier (USA Ret)Introduction: Welcome back to the Book of Law Podcast! We are thrilled to announce a new season of our show! This season includes several parts focusing on professional career questions for Col M. Maier (USA Ret) and Col A. Torrisi (USA Ret).We are eager to dive into the personal stories and experiences of Col M. Maier (USA Ret) and Col A. Torrisi (USA Ret). Join us today to hear their reflections from the top ranks, learn more about their backgrounds, and listen to them introduce themselves.Col M. Maier (USA Ret) Bio: Col M. Maier initially pursued a career in teaching. After earning her degree, she decided to join the military due to a lack of available teaching jobs. She was the first female to command the 16th Military Police Brigade and is the only officer to have commanded this unit twice. Col Maier commanded the 16th MP Brigade from June 1995 to July 1997, and was called from retirement in August 2009 to command the same unit again in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Now retired and residing in Hawaii, she enjoys the freedom to "do what I want when I want." Conclusion: To learn more about Col M. Maier's (USA Ret) story and Col A. Torrisi's (USA Ret) in greater depth, we invite you to watch their introduction videos in preparation for our entire series launching next week! Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Episode 7 Part 1: Introduction of Col A. Torrisi (USA Ret):Welcome back to the Book of Law Podcast! We are thrilled to announce a new episode of our show! This multi-part series includes several parts focusing on professional career questions for Col M. Maier (USA Ret) and Col A. Torrisi (USA Ret).We are eager to dive into the personal stories and experiences of Col M. Maier (USA Ret) and Col A. Torrisi (USA Ret). Join us today to hear their reflections from the top ranks, learn more about their backgrounds, and listen to them introduce themselves.Col A. Torrisi (USA Ret) Bio:Before joining the army, Col A. Torrisi never lived in the same place for more than four years. She was inspired to join the army by the "Save a dollar, get a dollar" campaign and the hope of receiving a college degree. Col Torrisi spent her summers at army training and devoted 25 years of her life to active duty. “Every time I thought it might be time to get out, something amazing happened.” She served at every echelon from tactical to strategic levels, ending her career in the DC area, where she now resides. “Life doesn’t always turn out the way you thought the plan was, but it ends up being pretty incredible.”Conclusion:To learn more about Col M. Maier's (USA Ret) story and Col A. Torrisi's (USA Ret) in greater depth, we invite you to watch their introduction videos in preparation for our entire series launching next week! Thank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast. We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!

Show Notes: Episode 6 - Work-Life Freedom: Balance is a choice. Your priorities matter.IntroductionWelcome back to Episode 6 of the Book of Law Podcast! Thank you for listening to Patrick and Rachel’s engaging discussion on work-life balance.Key Discussion PointsPatrick and Rachel share their personal experiences on balancing work and life.They discuss their unique journeys and their steps to find balance.Practical tips and heartfelt advice on addressing work-life balance challenges.Insights and strategies from their experiences that listeners can apply to their own lives.Sources MentionedThe Atlantic: Why Women Still Can’t Have It AllNew York Daily News: Executive Katherine Zaleski's Apology and Startup for Working MomsTiffany Dufu’s BooksPower to FlyHarvard Business School: Carol Fishman Cohen on Getting Back in the WorkforceTED Talk: Carol Fishman Cohen on Returning to Work After a Career BreakiRelaunchConclusionThank you again for tuning in to the Book of Law Podcast! We look forward to continuing this journey with you. Don't forget to subscribe and share your feedback – we value your thoughts and insights!