Tales of Leadership exists to equip leaders to step into the arena, lead with accountability, and become the leaders this world needs.

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Meet Joshua K. McMillion

Founder & Director

I’m Joshua K. McMillion — an active-duty U.S. Army Officer, acquisition professional, leadership coach, husband, father, and founder of Tales of Leadership.

I grew up in rural West Virginia, where I learned early that leadership is not about a title — it is about responsibility. Over more than 17 years of military service, including combat deployments and company command, I have seen leadership done well, and I have seen it done poorly. Those experiences shaped how I lead today: with humility, a mission-first mindset, and a deep commitment to serving people.

Tales of Leadership was built around one core belief: everyone has a story — and your story matters.

This platform is not about theory-heavy leadership. It is about real conversations, real lessons, and real leadership lived out in the military, business, family, and everyday life. My mission is to help leaders grow with purpose, integrity, and inspired action so they can become what I call Purposeful Accountable Leaders — PALs.

I have seen the cost of poor leadership — the kind that breaks trust, crushes morale, and leaves people feeling alone. But I have also seen what strong leadership can do: restore hope, build resilience, and change the trajectory of someone’s life.

That is why Tales of Leadership exists: to share stories that remind us what is possible and to challenge leaders to live by a higher standard.

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Meet Chelsea Weaver

Podcast Editor

Chelsea Weaver is a podcast editor and content creator with over 8 years of experience in audio and video production. She specializes in turning raw conversations into polished, engaging episodes that flow naturally and connect with audiences. Her attention to detail, storytelling approach, and commitment to quality help bring each podcast to life.

Chelsea is also a veteran, having served over 15 years in the South Carolina National Guard as a Public Affairs Specialist, where she has extensive experience in media, communications, and content creation. She is the owner of Steel Tiger Media, a veteran-owned business that provides podcast production and editing, sports photography, and social media content creation for clients across a variety of industries.

Outside of her work, Chelsea has a strong passion for sports—especially football—and enjoys capturing the intensity and emotion of the game through her photography. She is driven by a desire to experience all that life has to offer, constantly seeking new opportunities to grow, create, and tell meaningful stories through both audio and visual media.

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We want to hear from you! Submit your question below for a chance to have it featured during our “Ask a Leader” segment on a future episode of Tales of Leadership. Your question may be answered in real time by host Joshua McMillion or one of our featured guests.

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Do you have a story worth sharing? We are looking for leaders, innovators, and everyday people making an inspired impact. No matter your background, if you are leading with purpose, overcoming challenges, or serving others, we want to hear from you.

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100-Day Leadership Challenge

Elevate your leadership with our 15-week personalized coaching program, the "100 Day Leadership Challenge." Uncover the essence of leadership and embark on a transformative journey to become a Purposeful Accountable Leader (PAL) for yourself, your family, your team, your organization, and your community. Ready to take the first step? Click the link below to begin your leadership transformation.

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