The Power Of Storytelling In Resumes, Leadership, And Life With Don Gleason

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Today, I sit down with Don Gleason — a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel who spent 27 years building teams, leading with purpose, and learning the hard truths about what leadership really means. Mr. Gleason takes us through his journey from entering the Air Force as a civil engineer in the 1980s to leading billion-dollar reconstruction efforts in Iraq, all while refining his personal code of leadership rooted in respect, transparency, and growth.

We talk about his career transitions during major national recessions, and how his early setbacks shaped a lifetime of resilience and professional evolution. Mr. Gleason unpacks the hidden lessons of military life: what it means to lead with vulnerability, how to navigate toxic command climates, and why being open about your failures might be the most powerful thing you can do as a leader. 

Now retired from the military, Mr. Gleason helps veterans and professionals transition successfully into new careers. Through coaching and resume storytelling, he helps clients stand out from the “people-pile” by making their experience measurable, impactful, and aligned with their purpose. 

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