So Ya Wanna Be THE Chief?!
This podcast is based on Chief Bob Vásquez's book, So Ya Wanna Be THE Chief?! It consists of interviews with leaders who have experience in each of the twelve areas discussed in the book. Each week, Chief Vásquez and a guest will discuss additional thoughts and ideas (all belong to the interviewees themselves) that will help you empower yourself to become a better leader, a Chief! Good luck! Be GREAT! You ARE!
So Ya Wanna Be THE Chief?!
DJ Vanas
DJ Vanas, an internationally acclaimed speaker and bestselling author, is a powerhouse speaker for Fortune 500 companies, hundreds of tribal nations, and over 7000 audiences nationwide. He has also spoken at the White House. More important than all of that is that he’s my Chosen Brother! He wrote the foreword to my book, So Ya Wanna Be THE Chief?!, and has mentored me in several areas of my life.
An enrolled member of the Ottawa Tribe of Michigan, he was born to impoverished teenage parents. He went from sleeping in a drawer for the first three months of his life to becoming a proud graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, a decorated Air Force captain, a renowned member of the tribal community, a bestselling author, and a revered motivational speaker. A true warrior, who is successful in both business and life, he credits these personal triumphs to traditional teachings and ceremony as well as his service as a military officer.