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In this episode of A Tactical Pause, host John Creamer welcomes Dr. Michael Steele, Ed.D., a former U.S. Marine, retired Orange County deputy sheriff and current leader of a major Alabama school district. With a doctorate in leadership and organizational change, Dr. Steele shares insights into his concept of “OoRah Leadership” and the power of personal accountability. Together, John and Dr. Steele discuss how individuals can grow both personally and professionally, and what it takes to lead today’s deputy sheriffs toward success.

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