Send us a text Special episode with a group of ROTC cadets where I answer questions they have about flying, air force life, leadership, and much more. Just an awesome opportunity to chat with future leaders. Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, and reach out for any feedback or connection IG https://www.instagram.com/mannymustache/ TIK TOK https://www.tiktok.com/@afmannymustache?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc LinkedIn www.linkedi...

Send us a text Isaac reached out to me on Tik Tok and we started talking leadership and fitness. As part of the ROTC podcast episodes Isaac talk about a lot of early struggle he had in ROTC and how he has bounced back and kept working for his overall goal. Topics we cover: Bounce back Passion for your goals Purpose Two books we recommend Isaac: War in the Air https://a.co/d/7SVYso4 Me: The way of Nagomi https://a.co/d/18XoD3v Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the epis...

Send us a text On this episode we continue down the ROTC path with an amazing leader in his detachment. Travis and I met through Social Media doing patch swaps and I reached out to hear his story and how ROTC is shaping the future leaders. Topics we cover: Adversity Getting comfortable being uncomfortable Focus on future Aways be learning You can reach Travis at his IG: https://www.instagram.com/travisgreene251?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Books we reco...

Send us a text On this episode I sit down with myself and answer a few amazing questions and also drop a little knowledge on my leadership journey and my philosophy to leadership. This is to help you move that needle a little more in the positive direction to becoming a better leader. If you have any leadership questions please reach out and I will answer them for you or bring them up on my next episode Don't forget to leave a review of what you took from the episode, rate the episode, ...

Send us a text Another tik tok episode!! Jon Stanley 28 years Active Duty, the first six years as a an enlisted soldier, 31F, Network Switching Systems Operator. Became a Warrant Officer in 2004 and as a Network Management Technician. Held positions in Strategic, tactical, and joint units from battalion to Corps and at the Theater and Combatant Command levels. we talk about: When you are home be home Presence matters Don't just check the box You are seen As al...

Send us a text On this episode I am joined with an amazing person who cares so much about what she does but also who she works with! If you follow her page you will see she shares the wins of her team. I was blown away about the career paths she has been on and how the Navy manages its leadership positions. Just to hear her passion and care for her people will make you want to go out and get to know your team. A few topics we cover Basics Inspire Practice excellence Always be learning H...

Send us a text Nilah and I met through a base training exercise where I really got to see some great Airmen take charge in a stressful situation and lead when needed. She is always positive and has been developing her leadership skills through her religion and challenges as an Exec. She was nervous at first, but you will soon see she crushed it and adds tons of leadership tips In this episode we talk about: Feedback Networking Being selfish to be selfless The book she brings to the table wh...

Send us a text How do fitness and leadership relate? How can you better yourself and others with fitness? Just a few topics we cover with Lt. James Harris of the Navy. He played football at the Naval Academy and also completed 75 hard before turning to endurance training. While we both related to playing football and 75 hard we talked a lot about how young leaders can improve outside work to help their team. topics we cover: Grit Failing Belief Doing hard things 75Hard You can f...

Send us a text Justin and I met through IG and we both connected through fitness and leadership. He is now a Tactical S&C Coach in Austin Texas and we both understand the benefits on working out and leadership. It is an amazing conversation, and I know you will learn at least one thing!! We talk about: Feedback Always be learning Getting uncomfortable Resiliency Meeting new people You can reach Justin on his IG at https://www.instagram.com/everydayresponders?utm_source=ig_web_butt...

Send us a text William and I were connected through an email connection which I love to receive because it helps me build connections and learn from people I would not have reached out too. William spent over 30 years in the corporate world and then transitioned to providing leadership seminars, briefs, and keynote speeches to companies through his experience. The episode is a little shorter than normal due to schedule. However, we dive into straight leadership traits that apply to everyone.&...

Send us a text Powerful is all I have to say. Kiwi speaks with passion and love. He talks about his hardship that he battles every day since 2017. He was in the Air Force as a Boom operator and is now a motivational speaker and leader. If you want to be motivated to life your life to the fullest. Here you go. you can reach him at his website: Amey Motivation LinkedIn: (3) Kijuan (Kiwi) Amey | LinkedIn Leadership topics we cover: Hardship Mindset Meet new people Always be learning ...

Send us a text Another social media connection that keeps proving the point, relationships matter. Social media is a valuable networking key. The main point of our conversation is the transition from military to civilian life. Also how he developed his leadership skill through observation and what people do wrong. I hope you enjoy and if you have any feedback, please let me know. We talk about: Transition out of the military Building leadership style Always be learning Controlling time The ...

Send us a text Chief Sawyer of the Navy is amazing!! We met through TikTok as he is embarking on a fitness journey to lead by example not just through what he says but also in how he looks. His career so far is amazing. We actually go over it in the episode. We cover: Comparison of the Navy and Air Force in leadership courses How to commission in both branches from being enlisted Always be learning Leadership is adaptable His book is: Leaders eat last by Simon Sinek https://a.co/d/7rA...

Send us a text Charles and I met through a mutual friend I had on the podcast. He is currently a podcast host and was in the Air Force as well Current Job: Senior Defense Innovation Strategist + Kava & Kettlebells podcast/media host -Career summed up Air Force Combat Systems Officer (Electronic Warfare Officer to be precise)Mission Crew Commander on the RC-135 & EC-130Squadron Officer School instructorFounded, owned & operated sports nutrition business from 2016-2021 (sold)F...

Send us a text On this weeks episode Jason and I jump right in to leadership and how it has structured his career. He is a Senior Communications Chief for a Field Artillery Battalion in the Army and has been serving for 15 years. We both enjoy endurance training and rucking and talk about how those fitness journeys changed out life and also the way we lead. Topics we cover: Daring to be different Professional introvert Enforcing the standards in everything we do 5 wins to start the day ...

Send us a text Tho is an amazing leader and friend. We have known each other for 10 years where we met at IPT in Peublo Co when we both joined as your officers. Since then he has become a MX officer and also had the opportunity to work at BMT as a Flight Commander for over 5k Airmen. He is one of the most approachable and positive guys I know On this episode we cover: Blessing and a lesson Being approachable Positivity is contagious Overcoming self doubt The book Tho brings to the table is 5 ...

Send us a text This is a first, Jim reached out to me via email hearing one of my episodes so I said yeah. He just published a book on leadership, has 30+ years of leadership speaking and mentoring. He speaks from the heart and is just as passionate about leadership as I am. What we discuss is not extreme, its pretty simple. Some topics Integrity and Trust Empathy and Compassion Focus and Stability Humor You can reach Jim at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimcarlough?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_f...

Send us a text Life is about connections. While doing pre deployment training in El Paso Texas I was at the gym and saw this shredded guy working out as well. Striked up a conversation and almost two years later he is on the show!! His journey through the National Guard, losing 80lbs, going into his first physique show is insane and filled with leadership traits. We cover: Listen and speak Priorities Being selfish to be selfless Small wins Consistency If you want to reach out to Frankie he...

Send us a text Marcus and I met through Tik Tok only a week before recording this episode. That is all the time we needed to make this amazing episode. Marcus believes highly in building people, leading by example, and control what you can control. A few topics we cover: Small details matter What matters makes you work harder Effort is free Make your bed Great soldiers make great people You can reach Marcus on his tik tik @camotalk The book he brings is Shoe Dog by Phil Knight https:...

Send us a text Kenny and I met through 1stphorm as I am an up and coming legionnaire and he has set the bar as a sponsored athlete after retiring from 31 years in the Army. He is my role model for my goals within 1stphorm. He talks about his time in the Army and how it transitioned over to 1stphorm and how he continues to lead by example. The topics we cover Grit Investing in others Leading by example Taking advantage of opportunities Walk the talk The two books we bring to the table are Fr...