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What happens when fighter pilot precision meets the complexity of modern leadership?

In this episode of LeaderSips, I sit down with Christian “Boo” Boucousis—former Australian fighter pilot, CEO of Afterburner, and a global voice in high-performance leadership. For over 30 years, Afterburner has translated elite military execution into the business world, impacting more than 3,500 organizations and over 2 million leaders—including two NFL teams that went on to win the Super Bowl.

Boo’s journey—from the cockpit to the boardroom—is grounded in a powerful truth: in high-stakes environments, success isn’t driven by motivation…it’s driven by mindset, method, and mission clarity.

We explore what that looks like in practice, including:

Why today’s leaders need iterative thinking, not instinctive reactions
The principles behind Flawless Leadership—a next-generation model built for speed, alignment, and adaptability
How to lead with precision without burning out your team

We also dive into Boo’s latest book, The Afterburner Advantage—an Amazon bestseller in leadership—and enjoy a sneak peek of his new book, Flawless Leadership.

Explore more from Boo:

Website: https://callmeboo.com
Interactive AI Agent: https://ai.afterburner.com

So pour yourself a cup, lean in, and get ready to rethink how you lead, decide, and execute. In a world moving at full throttle, the leaders who win aren’t the busiest—they’re the clearest. ☕️✨

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Lead Like a Fighter Pilot with Christian "Boo" Boucousis