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Stan McChrystal
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Official account of General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal. Co-Founder of @McChrystalGroup. New book, On Character is available now.
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    May 13, 2025
    Today is the day. On Character is out now. This book represents my most personal work yet—an exploration of the convictions that shape who we are as leaders and human beings. I hope it challenges you to reflect, grow, and lead with character. 📘 bit.ly/3R9B2hP
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Mar 31, 2020
    The two most valuable traits leaders can show during the #COVID-19 crisis are empathy and clarity. Treat your teams as people first, and make sure their needs are covered. Next, be sure to communicate the situation of the current environment in a clear, honest way.
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Nov 2, 2018
    Because of your support, #LeadersMythReality has become a @WSJ bestseller. Thank you for helping us reshape the conversation on leadership. And if you haven't picked up your copy yet, you can do so at amzn.to/2CV95Gj.
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Apr 28, 2020
    Thanks to @PeteButtigieg for joining @ChrisFussell and me on the first episode of @McChrystalGroup’s weekly #NoTurningBack series. #MayorPete draws incredible insights from his experiences as a former presidential candidate and two-term mayor. mcchrystalgroup.com/insights/no-tu…
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    May 31, 2021
    Today, we remember our fallen heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice – our friends and family who gave their all for our freedom. Every day is a chance to honor and remember their sacrifices so that we can build a better future. I hope everyone has a peaceful Memorial Day.
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Mar 18, 2020
    As we lead through this time of #crisis, leaders are more important than ever. Communicate relentlessly, match your internal operating pace with that of your external environment, and continue to reiterate what ‘winning’ looks like to your organization. #leadershipthroughcrisis
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Apr 6, 2020
    "Don't execute the order we gave you... instead, execute the order we should have given you". As this crisis is continually evolving, set the expectations with your team and empower them to execute against the overall mission and intent you set. #leadership #crisis #covid
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Mar 22, 2020
    As a leader during #COVID, you are responsible for setting the pace for your organization. Understand the speed at which your organization operates, and provide enough information and guidance to give people the confidence to act. #leadershipmatters
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Mar 25, 2020
    We need all leaders to step up to the plate and lead with humility and determination. This is not a sprint; it's a marathon. I hope we can all speak with pride of these days ahead and how we supported our teammates through it all. #leadership #teamwork #COVID19
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Mar 22, 2020
    #COVID19 has caused uncertainty that has disrupted businesses, and made leaders dramatically change how they lead and manage their organizations. As a leader, be intentional about how you communicate to your team with 3 C’s: Clarity, Consistency, Continuity.
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Jun 3, 2020
    During difficult times, these are powerful words to remember from one of the most inspiring, capable leaders history has seen. #MLK #leadership
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Jun 14, 2017
    Proud to be a part of the team that published our new book today #onemission: How Leaders Build a #TeamofTeams tinyurl.com/y7gb5t3o
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Oct 3, 2018
    Leaders matter tremendously, just not in the way we typically think they do. #LeadersMythReality
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    Stan McChrystal
    @StanMcChrystal
    Apr 26, 2020
    Be on the lookout for opportunities to transform into a more resilient, adaptable team. I hope we can all speak with pride of these days/weeks/months ahead and how we supported our teammates. #leaders #leadership #resilient #teamofteams
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