Leadership Blueprints

We're going to do things a little differently and speak to the younger generation: Avery Kraemer, Trey Kraemer, and Daniel Wits - BJ's daughter, son, and nephew. 
 
Avery, Trey, and Daniel all describe what their parents do for work before giving us their own definitions of leadership and what it means to be a good leader. We discover what they like and dislike in the people they look up to and why leaders need to be both strict and easygoing. 
 
Be sure to listen closely for a hidden BJ Masterclass in parenting! Thanks for listening!
 
Key Points From This Episode:
•   Avery’s definition of a leader and her list of qualities that every good boss needs to have. 
•   Reminiscing on a moment when Avery saw herself as a leader. 
•   Daniel and Trey describe good leadership. 
•   What they love and dislike most about the people they look up to as leaders. 
•   Why good leaders are both strict and easygoing.  
 
Quotes:
“I think everybody is drawn to help other people and building a career helping other people seems very attractive.” — BJ Kraemer
 
“We need to tie our work back to the people and how it serves people.” — BJ Kraemer
 
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Inspiring People & Places Podcast
MCFA
MCFA Careers
BJ Kraemer on LinkedIn

What is Leadership Blueprints?

Leadership Blueprints is a podcast dedicated to helping leaders align teams, navigate chaos, and accomplish the mission. Hosted by BJ Kraemer—West Point graduate, combat veteran, and President & CEO of MCFA—this show dives into the principles, stories, and strategies behind effective leadership.

With a background in military service and experience leading teams in business, infrastructure, and complex projects, BJ understands that success comes down to execution, adaptability, and leading people well. Through in-depth interviews with accomplished leaders across business, sports, the military, and beyond, Leadership Blueprints will help you bring your vision to reality on projects that shape communities and industries.

Whether you’re leading in the boardroom, on the field, in the military, or within your own organization, this podcast is designed to provide the tools and mindset needed to lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose. Subscribe now and start building your Leadership Blueprint.