Listen "SBS Operator Anthony "Staz" Stazicker: From the World’s Deadliest Sniper to ThruDark Entrepreneur"
Episode Synopsis
Prepare yourself for a truly remarkable episode as we delve into the life of Anthony 'Staz' Stazicker, a former Special Forces Sniper whose incredible story has shaped him into the mastermind behind the multimillion-pound brand, ThruDark. This is not just another success story—Staz’s journey is a testament to unwavering resilience and incredible grit.In this high-octane episode, Staz opens up about his decorated military career, including his gripping experiences on the hit TV show SAS: Who Dares Wins. He shares the profound challenges he faced, from the loss of his mother to the high-stakes decision of selling his military medals to save his business. Discover how his time in the Special Forces, dealing with life-or-death situations, forged his approach to overcoming the hurdles of entrepreneurship.This episode is a masterclass in how to turn adversity into triumph. Staz’s story is packed with powerful insights, strategic thinking, and lessons in resilience that will leave you inspired and motivated.Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:09 - Childhood and Early Military Inspiration8:53 - Joining the Military14:39 - Stand Out Missions & Special Forces Journey22:03 - Personal Growth & Mentorship in the Military29:02 - Parachute Accident and Recovery33:16 - Managing Stress in Life-or-Death Situations36:48 - Preparing for Life After the Military43:31 - Founding ThruDark: The Beginnings46:55 - Selling Military Medals to Fund the Business49:45 - The Early Struggles of Building ThruDark55:03 - Facing Business "Life or Death" Moments59:24 - Growth and Success of ThruDark01:00:01 - Reflections on Reaching Success01:02:14 - Staz’s Role in ThruDark Today01:05:49 - Behind the Scenes of SAS: Who Dares Wins01:10:48 - Future Aspirations: SAS or Something Else?01:12:10 - Inside Staz’s New Book The Hard Road Will Take You Home01:17:12 - One Piece of Advice for Viewers01:18:54 - ConclusionHit that like button, subscribe, and ring the bell to stay updated with all our latest episodes. Let's dive in!#SpecialForces #SASWhoDaresWins #MilitaryHero #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #ThruDark #Leadership #Resilience #ConspicuousGallantryCross #MilitaryCareer #BusinessJourney #TrueGrit #Inspiration #VeteranSuccess #Sniper #SurvivalSkills #MilitaryToBusiness #BusinessMindset #MotivationalTalks========================Connect with Matt Haycox, No BS Business Podcast Host & 8-Figure Entrepreneur. I’m Matt Haycox, entrepreneur, investor, and your straight-talking guide to building a business that actually works. I’ve raised over £750M, built (and rebuilt) 8-figure companies, and learned the hard way what it really takes to win. On No Bollocks with Matt Haycox, I cut through the bollocks to bring you raw conversations with 7–8 figure founders, investors, and experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the scars to prove it. No hype, no theory, just actionable strategies you can use today to start, grow, and scale your business. Whether you’re stuck in your 9–5, building your side hustle, or trying to hit your first £100k month, this is your go-to podcast for entrepreneur tips, startup growth strategies, raising capital, building a personal brand, and avoiding the costly mistakes most founders make. 📩 Get Matt’s free business newsletter for weekly strategies, mindset shifts, and behind-the-scenes lessons → https://nobollockswithmatthaycox.beehiiv.com/subscribe ▶ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thematthaycox/ ▶ YouTube – No Bollocks Podcast - YouTube ▶ LinkedIn – https://www.li...
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