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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 52 MIN

How to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone and Become a Better Leader | Leadership Lessons from Skydiving

from Spirits and Stories With Donald Dunn

What does skydiving have to do with leadership?In this powerful episode of Spirits and Stories, Donald Dunn sits down with leadership coach and engineering executive Joe to explore how stepping outside your comfort zone transforms the way you lead, think, and grow.With over 650 skydives and years of experience building high-performance teams in mission-critical environments, Joe shares practical leadership lessons on:How to overcome fear and take calculated risksWhy growth mindset beats achievement mindsetHow to reduce risk without becoming paralyzedThe importance of defining your “why” in leadershipHow young leaders today are reshaping the futureWhy awareness and perspective matter more than everWhether you're a business owner, executive, veteran transitioning to civilian life, or someone feeling stuck in your professional growth, this episode offers actionable insights you can apply immediately.Leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about courage, clarity, and consistency.If you’re ready to level up your leadership skills, navigate uncertainty with confidence, and push beyond self-imposed limits, this conversation is for you. If you like podcasts that help improve peoples lives and filled with story telling, Check out https://barracksmedia.com/networkLinks referenced in this episode:wyserwithjoe.comlinkedin.com/in/wyserwithjoeinstagram.com/wyserwithjoehttps://barracksmedia.comhttps://barracksmedia.com/network

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