255. Righting A Wrong In Leadership. Enrique Acosta Gonzalez: Mr. Aloha Friday
Is it possible to right a wrong? What do you want people to know? Do you go more than skin-deep with people in the workplace? Enrique Acosta Gonzalez started a podcast because he wanted to right a wrong as Guy Kawasaki says. He says we need to be more careful about who we choose to be leaders. Who can empathize the most? Who is the most fit? We pick people for the wrong reasons. Leadership is a choice. Hastiness is a pitfall! Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy.
Enrique is the CEO of Triad Leadership Solutions LLC, and has served as an Executive, Veteran & Advocate, Board Member, Non-Profit Administrator, Speaker, Mentor, Coach, and Avid Volunteer. Over the past 20 years, Enrique has held numerous executive advisor and senior positions while serving in the United States Navy and civilian sector. Through education and training, he helped strengthen organizations, providing sound decision support and creating open communication at all levels. Enrique also helped formulate and implement policies concerning morale, welfare, job satisfaction, discipline, and training of personnel.
He is the recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. He was named 2013, 2014, and 2017 Mentor of the Year, and recipient of the inaugural 2014 Chief John Dungan Jr. Oceanographer of the Navy Award for exceptional leadership. He was also awarded The Arnold Fletcher Award and inducted into the SALUTE National honors society for his academic achievements.
Enrique was named on the power list of the Top 200 (#76) thought leaders to follow in 2021 by Peoplehum, and nominee of the top 30 Global Guru’s list for 2021 by Global Gurus, for his work in the leadership development arena. He is a sought-after John Maxwell certified coach, trainer and speaker and is an avid mentor in three national and international organizations. His impactful delivery of leadership truths leaves the listener with renewed hope and energized to regain their position in leadership and make an impact in their sphere of influence.
He is an award-winning podcaster, with four shows focusing on leadership development and career success. He was named the 2021 Active Duty, Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneur Awards, Media Professional of the Year by The Rosie Network. His down-to-earth approach to leadership has gained him notoriety as one of the most sought out leadership trainers.
Enrique remains involved in the Armed Services as an active volunteer for various projects and non-profits, earning him the esteemed Bronze, Silver and Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award. His methodical and heart-centered mentorship style has been praised by mentees and colleagues alike.
He graduated from the Navy Command Leadership Course, Navy Senior Enlisted Academy, holds an A.S. from Excelsior College, a B.A. in Natural Sciences and Mathematics from Thomas Edison State University, and is currently completing his master’s in organizational leadership with Regent University.
Enrique is involved in several national and local organizations; namely Veterati, Veterans Business Initiative (VBI), Camaraderie Foundation Mentor Leadership Program, The Rosie Network Service2CEO Program, and the Central Florida Navy League.
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