About This Episode:
Peter Docker is passionate about enabling others to be extraordinary. Inspired by Simon Sinek’s theory of The Golden Circle, Peter works to help individuals and organizations harness the power of Why. The result is extraordinary cultures and sustainable high performance. He illustrates his insights by drawing on examples from his previous flying, military, and industry career to explain principles that can be applied in any business.
A leadership consultant and executive coach, Peter’s commercial experience extends across Europe, Middle East and Africa, North America, India, and the Far East. He has engaged at senior levels with several of the world’s largest companies, developing an understanding of many industries including oil and gas, construction, mining, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, banking, and aviation.
A former senior Royal Air Force officer and professional pilot, Peter has been a Force Commander during combat flying operations and has seen service across the world. A seasoned crisis manager, his multi-faceted career has encompassed being an international negotiator for the UK Government; leading an aviation training and standards organization; teaching post-graduates at the UK’s Defense College; flying the late Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher around the world; and leading multi-billion dollar international procurement projects.
Peter is now dedicated to sharing his insights into how human beings operate, communicate and relate, specializing in organizational culture and leadership. Partnering with the “Start With Why” team since 2011, Peter works with organizations on longer-term engagements, delivers master classes at universities, and is a regular contributor to Simon Sinek’s blog and podcast series.
Peter’s Favorite Quote:
“Whether you think you can or you can’t you’re right.” — Henry Ford —
Links From Today’s Show:
Peter’s Website
Simon Sinek’s Website
Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action
Sponsors:
Slate Media Productions
iBoom Media
Hostgator
Audible
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