What does it take to lead when your role is also to uphold the standards of the Army? In Episode 5 of Designed to Lead, Dan Russell visits the Defence School of Policing and Security to explore how the Royal Military Police develops soldiers into confident, professional and values-driven Army leaders. Joined by Staff Sergeant Gavin Saul and Lance Corporal Niamh Gilmore, Dan examines the unique demands of policing the force, the importance of character and professional judgement, and why the Army’s Values and Standards sit at the heart of RMP leadership. Whether you’re thinking about joining the Army, developing as a leader or simply want to understand what happens beyond the red beret, this episode offers honest reflections, practical advice and leadership lessons you can take away and apply.

Dan Russell returns to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the fourth episode of Designed to Lead to learn how the Army’s top leadership academy develops leaders from day one.

Joined by Captain Chris Maloney and Colour Sergeant Lee Pennington, this episode explains the keys to success in Sandhurst and the wider army from the eyes of the teachers and assessors. Together they break down the relationships, attitudes, and mindset that drives successful leadership.

Whether you’re considering a career in the Army or simply interested in how leadership potential is developed into leadership success, this episode provides practical insights, honest reflections, and key tips for any audience.

How does the Army develop foundational leadership skills in their soldiers?⁠ ⁠ In the third episode of Designed to Lead, Dan Russell returns to Army Training Centre Pirbright to uncover how soldiers are taught the foundational skills that underpin successful leadership.⁠ ⁠ Joined by Instructor Lance Sergeant Billy Chipchase and Recruit Ffion Amberry, this episode explores how recruits’ confidence, communication, interpersonal skills, and values are taught and developed to create a solid foundation of soldiering that leadership can be built on.⁠

Whether you’re considering a career as a Soldier or simply interested in how leadership potential is developed early, this episode provides practical insights, honest reflections, and key tips to help you prepare.