What separates proactive leaders from reactive ones?

In Episode 23 of the Lead with Legacy™ Podcast, Amanda Chambers and Sloane Lott sit down with Russell Parker — known as “The Bearded Risk PM” — to discuss leadership, risk management, military service, resilience, mentorship, and the importance of thinking ahead before problems arise.

Russ shares powerful insights from:
• serving in the United States Marine Corps
• surviving a life-changing brain tumor diagnosis
• transitioning from military service into project leadership
• building 44 Risk PM and The Risk Blog
• teaching risk management and leadership worldwide

This episode explores:
• proactive vs. reactive leadership
• developing a risk mindset
• staying calm under pressure
• mentorship and leadership development
• innovation through learning and failure
• why certifications alone are not enough
• servant leadership and legacy

Russ also shares practical lessons leaders can immediately apply to projects, business, and life.

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