Unraveling 39: No Exit

Jocko Willink Ted Talk Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljqra3BcqWM "Extreme Ownership" by Jocko Willink https://amzn.to/3b3jvUd

In this episode, Jocko Willink details his leadership principles and explains how to apply them. He also talks about building relationships and trust, understanding human nature, and learning to control your ego and emotions. And he even takes some time to share his newest undertaking, writing children’s books. This episode is brought to you by: Skillshare: Explore your creativity at skillshare.com/impacttheory for 2 free months of Premium Membership. SHOW NOTES:  People asked how to apply leadership principles, so Jocko wrote his new book on tactics [2:07] Jocko tells the war story of how he learned to take a step back and detach [4:38] Jocko explains how he learned to avoid arrogance and to listen to people [8:48] Jocko then explains how he learned that he doesn’t always need to be the leader [11:33] Jocko advocates the importance of relationships and building trust [14:25] Jocko asks questions instead of making statements when disagreements arise [19:43] Jocko compares manipulation and leadership [23:14] If you want to be a good leader, you need to understand human nature [29:01] Jocko talks about why it’s so important to control your emotions [30:45] Jocko advocates learning jiu jitsu to help you control your ego and emotions [32:29] Jocko explains how to gain influence and respect [35:07] Jocko and Tom talk about Jocko’s children’s books [36:21] But seriously, if you’ve never checked out Jocko’s children’s books you really should [40:00] Jocko and Tom discuss how to focus on improvement instead of talent [43:44] Jocko talks about standing up to bullies [45:32] Jocko shares the impact he wants to have on the world [49:01]  FOLLOW JOCKO: WEBSITE: jockopodcast.com INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2sFPXIt FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2Q0Eqvu TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2Q2bL9d    Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact? If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you. Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.  This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day. Subscription Benefits: Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more: Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement Money Mindset: Business & Finance Relationship Theory: Relationships Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win, Dichotomy of Leadership, host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor. Jocko spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, starting as an enlisted SEAL and rising through the ranks to become a SEAL officer. As commander of SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser during the battle of Ramadi, he orchestrated SEAL operations that helped the “Ready First” Brigade of the U.S. Army’s First Armored Division bring stability to the violent, war-torn city. Task Unit Bruiser became the most highly decorated Special Operations Unit of the Iraq War. Jocko returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams. There, he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next generation of SEAL leaders who have continued to perform with great success on the battlefield. Jocko is the recipient of the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, and numerous other personal and unit awards. Upon retiring from the Navy, Jocko co-founded Echelon Front, a premier leadership consulting company, where he teaches the leadership principles he learned on the battlefield to help others lead and win. Jocko also authored the Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual, a New York Times Bestseller, and the best selling Way of the Warrior Kid children’s book series.

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