Elevate Team Performance with Leadership Lessons from NASA
NASA’s leadership culture is its true strength. In this episode, Dr. Dave Williams—retired astronaut, physician, and former NASA
executive—shares key leadership lessons from his time at the agency.
- From Experts to Leaders – NASA leaders evolve from technical specialists to effective project managers and
executives.
- Bridging the Knowing-Doing Gap – Organizations must actively implement best practices, not just recognize them.
- Encouraging Risk Awareness – Creating a culture where team members feel safe speaking up prevents project failures caused by normalized deviant
behavior.
- Key Leadership Traits – Humble leadership, active listening, and continuous learning are essential for building high-performing teams.
Project managers can apply these principles to drive success in their own organizations.
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