Marc Koehler

The Leadership Crisis No One’s Talking About: Why Fast Isn’t Fast Enough in 2025

by Marc KoehlerElite Leadership, Uncertainty June 5, 2025June 5, 2025No Comments

Your company isn’t moving fast enough.Not even close. While you’re debating AI strategies in committee meetings and drafting vision decks no one reads, your competitors are quietly skipping steps — leapfrogging past legacy systems, outdated processes, and hesitant leadership. They’re not asking how to catch up. They’re asking how to dominate. And in this new …

Leading In Uncertainty: How Elite Leaders Keep Teams Steady When the World is Anything But

by Marc KoehlerInstability, Uncertainty April 23, 2025April 23, 2025Comments are Disabled

You don’t have to be 400 feet under the ocean to feel like the pressure is crushing you. Right now, leaders across the country are grappling with relentless waves of change—economic shifts, workforce instability, technological disruption, and rising uncertainty. Employees are anxious, morale is shaky, and the old ways of leading just aren’t cutting it …

The Food Industry’s Crossroads: Why the Next 12 Months Could Make or Break Your Business—And What to Do About It

by Marc KoehlerFood April 18, 2025April 21, 2025Comments are Disabled

The food industry is being pushed to its limits. Grocery chains are slashing SKUs. Labor costs are surging. Shelf lives are shortening. Regulatory demands are tightening. And consumers? They’re demanding more—more transparency, more sustainability, more innovation—faster than ever before. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, plant managers, distributors, food manufacturers, and restaurant operators are wrestling with supply …

Procurement Is Under Siege: Why Yesterday’s Strategies Are Failing and How Marc Koehler’s Fast Attack Can Help

by Marc KoehlerProcurement March 28, 2025April 22, 2025Comments are Disabled

Procurement isn’t just evolving—it’s breaking under pressure, and business as usual is no longer an option. The Procurement Industry Is at a Breaking Point Whether you’re managing strategic sourcing, overseeing ESG compliance, or trying to navigate inflation and global instability—procurement professionals today are expected to deliver more value than ever… with fewer resources and less …

What Motivates Millennials & Gen Z in the Workplace?

by Marc KoehlerMillenials and Gen Z August 23, 2024August 23, 2024Comments are Disabled

The old rules of leadership are crumbling. Millennials and Gen Z demand a new approach. Are you ready to lead differently, or will your outdated methods push them away? To inspire the next generation, you need more than experience-leaders need a fresh perspective. It’s time to evolve your leadership before it’s too late. As the …

What We Can Learn From “The Specialist”

by Marc KoehlerElite Leadership July 31, 2024July 31, 2024Comments are Disabled

Stephen Nedoroscik’s Paris Olympics Pommel Horse Performance has Valuable Lessons to Teach Us I was thrilled to watch the U.S. men’s gymnastics team win its first Olympic medal since 2008. This bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics is a testament to their dedication, resilience, and teamwork. I’m in awe of Stephen Nedoroscik, known as …

Why The Submarine Force is The Silent Service

by Marc KoehlerNuclear Submarines July 23, 2024July 19, 2024Comments are Disabled

When people hear the term “Silent Service,” they often assume it refers to the necessity for submarines to operate quietly beneath the waves, undetected by enemy forces. While stealth and silence are indeed paramount for submarine operations, the true origin of this intriguing moniker is rooted in a fascinating piece of history that reveals much …

Gallup Global Emotions Report and What You Need to Know

by Marc KoehlerElite Leadership, Millenials and Gen Z July 19, 2024July 19, 2024Comments are Disabled

I want to share some fascinating insights from the latest Gallup Global Emotions report, which provides a snapshot of how people worldwide feel. This report is not just about statistics; it tells the human story of emotions, resilience, and global challenges. Key Takeaways Young People Are Positive First, it’s uplifting to see that young people …

Why Construction Projects Keep Failing (And What Great Leaders Can Do About it with Marc Koehler’s Fast Attack)

by Marc KoehlerConstruction June 19, 2024April 22, 2025Comments are Disabled

You can have the best project plan, the best tools, and the best people—yet still miss deadlines, blow budgets, and burn out your team. The real issue? It’s not what you’re building. It’s how you’re leading. The Construction Industry’s Leadership Wake-Up Call The construction industry has never been for the faint of heart—but today’s environment …

Leading Gen Z, Our Most Purpose-Driven Generation Yet

by Marc KoehlerElite Leadership, Millenials and Gen Z May 31, 2024June 20, 2024Comments are Disabled

As a former officer in the Navy’s submarine force, where almost our entire crew comprised Gen Z-aged submariners, and a turnaround CEO for 15 years, I’ve worked closely with Gen Z, the youngest cohort in today’s workforce. The transformations I get the privilege to witness after introducing leadership teams to Fast Attack Leadership are humbling, …

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