Michael Johnson: Effective Leadership for Startups

In this episode Michael Johnson, a senior leader with over 20 years of experience in global engineering management and product development, explores the importance of leadership in various organizational contexts, and insights on mentoring and team building. The discussion delves into Michael's experiences with startups, his approach to solving engineering problems, and his thoughts on effective leadership. Michael also shares personal stories about balancing professional demands with family life and emphasizes the value of continuous learning and coaching.   Episode Highlights: 04:34 Challenges and Rewards of Startup Life 10:09 Effective Leadership in Modern Organizations 12:57 Supporting Clients Beyond Engineering 27:12 Personal Insights and Family Leadership   Michael Johnson is a visionary leader with over 20 years of expertise in global engineering management and product development across medical devices and life sciences. As Managing Principal of Stress Engineering Services' Medical Practice and founder of Force-4, Michael has driven innovation in engineering and regulatory consulting. Previously, he led manufacturing and supply chain at Mammotome and spearheaded IoT advancements at Otto Tech Systems. A U.S. Navy veteran and University of Dayton graduate, Michael excels at aligning strategy with execution, fostering innovation, and achieving operational excellence. Join him to explore engineering breakthroughs, leadership insights, and transformative industry strategies.   Connect with Michael: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michael-johnson-014b3131 Company Website: https://sesforce4.com/   For more insights: Follow me on my YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47GgMdn  Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3T09kVc Sign up for my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://bit.ly/49SmRV3  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.