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Next up in the PurposeFused Connecting with Purpose series, PurposeFused founder Neil talks with Wing Commander Matt Roberts OBE DFC. Matt is a squadron commander in the RAF’s Chinook helicopter force which is has its 40th anniversary of operational service this year.

Listen on your preferred podcast platform or watch the video to hear how Matt has lived with purpose throughout his military career; from building and leading diverse organizations, creating a culture of teamwork, focus and exemplary performance through to how Matt has engaged with his purpose to guide decision making under the most challenging of circumstances. Some keynotes and highlights below:

Keynotes from episode 4: a conversation with Wing Commander Matt Roberts OBE DFC

1. 2:55 mins – Magic Moments- Self validation, Culture integration, Crowning Glory & Culmination- Bastille Day

2. 7:15 – Common Purpose with a Diverse Team

3. 9:35 – Integrating purpose as a leader – people, communication.

4. 12:00 – Translating culture into operations: 100% focused

5. 13:40 – Distinguished Flying Cross- how purpose showed up on the mission with utter drive and focus

6. 16:30 – Confidence plays a part in courageous decisions- training, comradeship, pushing beyond limits. History, symbols and heritage

7. 20:30 – What’s one of the best feelings in the world? A team performing at absolute best. Always remember: What do these people need from me now?

8. 22:30 – Strength of character – not about how big your character is but as much about the EQ to saying you’ve got it wrong- sense of humanity – huge for building trust

9. 24:10 PurposeFused Formula: Purpose = Passion + Application + Impact

   ·      Passion- people

   ·      Application- building trust towards their noble purpose

   ·      Impact- self confidence and personal respect