Episode 350: Best Of: Combat-Tested Leadership with Navy SEAL Stephen Drum

20/08/2025 56 min Episodio 350
Episode 350: Best Of: Combat-Tested Leadership with Navy SEAL Stephen Drum

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To become a Navy SEAL you need to endure years of grueling training, and it is only a very small portion of those who start the process end up completing it. In this powerful “Best Of” episode, Dr. Sharon Spano revisits her conversation with Stephen Drum, a retired Navy SEAL Master Chief who served in combat zones around the world and now helps organizations build high-performance cultures.Stephen shares battle-tested lessons on courage, accountability, and resilience—and how the same principles that guide elite military teams can transform leadership in business and life. He discusses why preparation, trust, and communication are non-negotiables for success, and how leaders can create environments where people are inspired to give their best under pressure. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why elite military principles apply directly to business leadershipThe importance of training for critical moments before they arriveHow to build trust and accountability within your teamWhy clear communication under pressure saves lives—and improves results in businessHow leaders can foster resilience and adaptability in times of uncertaintyThe role of courage in both combat and the workplacePractical steps to prepare yourself and your team for high-stakes situationsWhy failure is part of growth and how to recover quickly when mistakes happenHow Stephen transitioned from Navy SEAL leadership to coaching corporate teamsLessons every leader can use to stay calm, focused, and mission-drivenAdditional Resources:Website: https://stephendrum.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-drum-643695135/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephen.drum.967Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephen.drum/?hl=enBook: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Meeting-Challenge-Confidence-Readiness/dp/B0BTGXNWNYTranscript: HereSharon Spano:Website: sharonspano.comFacebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHDInstagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/Book: thetimemoneybook.comContact: [email protected]: substack.com/@drsharonThe Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/

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