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Retired Brigadier General Twanda "Tia" Young is a widely recognized leader, coach, author, and speaker. She is a decorated veteran with over three decades of service. Twanda aims to empower others through leadership development, conflict management, and career coaching.

As a sought-after speaker, she inspires audiences at prestigious institutions and leadership conferences, including the Leadership Experience Tour.

She founded LT3 Leads to guide inspiring leaders. A graduate-level professor, her dedication extends to education with a focus on leadership excellence.

Her extensive list of military honors highlights the Distinguished Service Medal. Outside of her military and professional achievements, Twanda’s impact has been recognized through the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and the incorporation of her autobiography into the Library of Congress collection, cementing her legacy as a trailblazer in leadership and empowerment.

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Break Free from Limitations and Soar to New Heights!

"Dare to Lead Differently” is a transformative guide to self-leadership and authenticity. Each chapter explores uncharted territories, urging readers to break free from mediocrity and embrace transparency. Through introspection and practical exercises, readers uncover hidden strengths and transcend comfort zones. The journey towards self-awareness empowers individuals to lead with passion and commitment. The book inspires readers to coach their teams effectively, join a community of forward-thinking leaders, and take a bold approach to leadership. With its blend of practical advice and inspiring anecdotes, "Dare to Lead Differently" is a roadmap to becoming the authentic leader the world needs.

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Twanda "Tia" Young is a visionary leader, strategist, and change agent with a distinguished career marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As a decorated veteran and results-producing executive, Twanda has honed her skills in executive management, talent strategy, and crisis leadership. Her innovative critical thinking and strategic acumen have consistently delivered transformative results in the most complex and challenging environments.

Formerly as the Deputy Commanding General at Human Resources Command, Fort Knox, KY, Twanda led a multifaceted organization of 3,500 personnel, driving modernization efforts in human resources systems, procedures, and policies. She spearheaded change management initiatives, redesigned organizational structures, and revamped policies to align with business rules, all while fostering cohesion and buy-in across the organization.

Twanda's leadership extends beyond the confines of her organization. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she played a pivotal role in crafting strategic governance to combat the crisis, assembled a task force that provided critical medical support to urban augmentation hospitals. Her fiscal stewardship is equally impressive, overseeing a $2.9 billion annual budget and implementing corrective strategies that saved the Army $73 million.

At Army Reserve Headquarters, Fort Bragg, NC, Twanda served as Director of the Human Resources Directorate, overseeing personnel management, policy development, and readiness for a force of over 299,000 soldiers. She has a proven track record of building coalitions, negotiating agency-wide human resources systems, and fostering key relationships with external organizations to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Twanda's commitment to developing critically thinking leaders is evident in her transformation of Soldier Support Programs and talent acquisition initiatives impacting over 500,000 personnel. Her educational background includes a Master of Strategic Studies from the US Army War College, a Master of Adult Education from Ball State University, and a Master of Public Services from Ball State University, complemented by professional training in Army Mediation and Lean Six Sigma (white belt). Currently, a professor at the graduate level instructing on conflict management, leadership development and career management.

Twanda "Tia" Young is a true leader, strategist, and visionary whose impact resonates far beyond the organizations she has served. Her dedication to excellence and unwavering commitment to empowering others make her a true asset to any organization or team.