Stories of Service

Leadership Beyond Rank With Neil Jurd OBE Founder of Leader-Connect

Back by popular demand, Neil Jurd OBE returns to Stories of Service to explore leadership, service, and the changing needs of those who lead—both in and out of uniform.

A former British Army officer and Sandhurst instructor, Neil is the founder of Leader Connect and author of The Leadership Book, aiming to make leadership accessible, values-led, and impactful across all sectors

In this episode, Neil dives deeper into:

• 🧠 The mindset of a true servant leader
• 🔄 How the best leadership is grounded in simplicity and human connection
• 📚 His vision for reshaping leadership education through Leader Connect
• 💥 Why “rank” doesn’t always equal leadership—and what really does
• 🌍 His commitment to equipping individuals at every level to lead with integrity, vision, and compassion

Whether you’re in the military, corporate world, education, or public service, Neil’s insights are universally relevant—and urgently needed.

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