EP177 - How to Stay Calm Under Pressure Like the Special Forces with Dean Stott

In this episode of the Impact Driven Leader, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Dean Stott, a retired British Special Forces operator, world record-breaking cyclist, and crisis management expert, to uncover the mindset that drives success on and off the battlefield.  From stories of high-stakes evacuations to reshaping leadership principles, Dean shares how his military background and life experiences have shaped his approach to mentoring, building trust, and taking decisive action. Whether you're navigating boardroom challenges or personal obstacles, this conversation will inspire you to lead with impact and resilience. Connect with Dean: https://www.deanstott.com/ https://www.instagram.com/deanstott/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-stott-24725880 https://www.facebook.com/deanstottsbs/ https://twitter.com/deanstottsbs https://bluerose.foundation/ Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Subscribe to the newsletter: https://impactdrivenleader.beehiiv.com/ Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 02:08 Dean joining the military 05:47 How empathy builds better soldiers 10:30 Applying military leadership to crisis management 13:40 Proactive vs. Reactive 15:24 Being on Netflix’s Toughest Forces on Earth 17:40 Crisis management under pressure and risk during Israel's evacuation 23:53 Why family offices are turning to security experts 30:32 How ethical practices build a lasting reputation 35:34 Why the best leaders let others speak first 40:27 Balancing empathy and logic in crisis situations 51:12 Constant growth is key to avoiding stagnation 54:30 The Blue Rose Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices