Navy SEAL Motivational Speaker David Rutherford ignites audiences to embrace fear, forge self-confidence and Live the Team Life with his motivational philosophy called Froglogic Concepts.
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Welcome to the "Navy SEAL Mindset" podcast, hosted by yours truly, William Branum, a 26-year Navy SEAL veteran. Join me as I delve into the invaluable lessons I've learned on the battlefield and show you how to apply them to enhance your everyday life, business endeavors, leadership skills, and overall mindset. Drawing from my extensive experience as a Navy SEAL, I will provide you with practical insights and actionable strategies that can transform the way you approach challenges, overcome ...
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We bring you the experts, the insiders, the real SEAL and SWCC operators that live the dream. You’ll learn the insider tips of special warfare training, fitness, motivation, mental toughness, and the application process. The Only Day Was Yesterday is the official U.S. government Navy SEAL and SWCC podcast. The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday is not only the name of our Official Navy SEAL and SWCC podcast, it’s a meme that means everything at Naval Special Warfare.
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Episode 53: PODCAST: #53 | Changes to SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection
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Learn more about how we choose the best of the best. This summer was marked by changes in the preliminary selection program. Tune in to find out more.
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Lessons from Mount Kilimanjaro: Pushing Limits and Finding New Gears
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Welcome back to The Navy SEAL Mindset Podcast. In this episode, we’re taking a trip to the heights of Mount Kilimanjaro as I share five powerful lessons learned from my recent climb up Africa’s tallest freestanding mountain. I’m your host, William Branham, retired Navy SEAL, and today, we’re diving deep into the importance of challenging yourself, …
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Solving the Right Problem: Leadership and Chaos Management
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Welcome back to The Navy SEAL Mindset Podcast. In episode 27, we’re diving into the power of solving the right problems, managing chaos, and leading effectively. I’m your host, William Branham, and today I’ll be walking you through some lessons from my time as an instructor in the Modern Day Knight Project and sharing how leadership, both on the ba…
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Episode 52: Podcast #52 | How the Naval Academy Makes SEAL Officers
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SEALs at “The Yard” tell us the ins and outs of how midshipmen earn their chance to attend SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection. First stop: the challenging Naval Academy Screener. Get ready to pull an all-nighter…
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Leading with Balance: Mastering Masculine and Feminine Energies
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Welcome back to The Navy SEAL Mindset Podcast. This is episode 26, where we're diving deep into the dynamics of leadership through the lens of masculine and feminine energies. I'm your host, William Branham, and today we're exploring a unique perspective on leadership that challenges conventional views and embraces the strength found in both mascul…
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Mission Ready: Leadership Lessons from the SEALs
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I’m excited to share three powerful leadership lessons from the battlefield, insights that I believe are crucial for leading high-performing teams in any environment. These lessons are drawn from both my military experiences and a new book I'm co-authoring titled "Mission Ready." In this episode, we explore the principle of letting others "have it …
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In this episode of the Navy SEAL Mindset, I had the privilege of joining Mark Silverman on his show to discuss the intricate dynamics of leadership, the profound lessons learned from my SEAL training, and the importance of overcoming mediocrity and fear. We explored how the principles I've honed through my military and post-military experiences can…
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In Episode 023 of the Navy SEAL Mindset, I explore the transformative power of focus and how it can be the decisive factor between success and failure in both the military and civilian realms. Drawing upon my extensive experience as a 26-year Navy SEAL veteran and a sniper instructor, I share insights into how focusing on what you want, rather than…
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Leadership Through the Lens of Failure
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I explore the multifaceted nature of leadership through the lens of failure and success. We'll discuss the critical role failure plays in shaping effective leaders and the importance of learning from these experiences. Drawing on personal anecdotes, including a pivotal moment during 9/11, I illustrate the e…
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Branum & Kumalatis Unplugged: Leadership and Adventure
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In this episode, I continue my chat with the awesome Nick Kumalatis, sharing gripping stories of adventure, leadership, and personal growth. As a former Navy SEAL, I'll take you on a thrilling journey—from heart-pounding rescues in the Grand Canyon to eye-opening experiences with the Modern Day Knight Project. Together with Nick, we'll explore what…
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Fitness Beyond Limits: A Navy SEAL's Guide to Overcoming Disability and Pain
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Welcome to the Navy SEAL Mindset, episode 020. In this episode, I share insights into my personal fitness journey, overcoming physical limitations, and the importance of exercise and nutrition. I discuss the challenges of staying fit while managing disabilities and pain, and how I adapt my workout routines to maintain physical and mental well-being…
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Episode 51: PODCAST #51 | Close Combat and MMA: A SEALs Story | SEALSWCC.COM
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How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com We spoke with a Navy SEAL about his experience as a close combat instructor and career in professional mixed martial arts. Spoiler: both occupations have something to learn from each other. NSW
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Redefining Quitting: A Navy SEAL's Perspective on Letting Go for Growth
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Welcome to the Navy SEAL Mindset. I am your host, William Branum, and this is Episode 019. In this episode, I delve into the concept of quitting within the context of the Navy SEAL mindset. I challenge the traditional notion that winners never quit and quitters never win, exploring the importance of quitting things that don't serve us, both in pers…
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Navigating Life's Transitions: Insights from a Navy SEAL's TED Talk Experience
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Welcome to the Navy SEAL Mindset. In this episode, I dive into my recent experience preparing for and delivering a TED Talk. I explore the critical importance of clear and concise communication in leadership and the discipline involved in crafting a compelling message within the TED Talk format. Key Takeaways My Journey to the TED Stage: I share th…
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Welcome to "The Navy SEAL Mindset," this is episode 017. I'm your host, William Branum, and in today’s episode, I share my personal journey from a 26-year career as a Navy SEAL to embracing civilian life. This transition, I must confess, has been one of the most challenging missions of my life. Key Takeaways: The Transition Challenge: I discuss the…
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From Reluctance to Resilience: A SEAL's Story of Self-Discipline
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I share my thoughts on the power of discipline and living a disciplined life. I open up about my own struggles with discipline early in my military career and how a lack of discipline almost prevented me from becoming a Navy SEAL. Here are the key takeaways that I share in this podcast episode on discipline…
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Principles Of The Warrior Mindset And How To Apply Them To Everyday Life
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I discuss the principles of the warrior mindset and how to apply them to everyday life and leadership. I share quotes from Sun Tzu, Joan of Arc, and others on winning the battle in your mind first. Key Takeaways: "The battle is won or lost in the mind before it's ever fought in combat." Prepare mentally and…
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Hiking the Grand Canyon: Lessons from a Navy SEAL's Adventure
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Welcome to The Navy SEAL Mindset podcast. In this episode, I reflect on my recent experience hiking the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim-to-rim for the second time this year with the organization Man Made. I share the lessons I learned and insights from the challenging yet rewarding trek. Key Takeaways: Experience is invaluable - doing something once allows…
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Episode 50: PODCAST: #50 | My Navy SWCC Experience | SEALSWCC.COM
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How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com A SWCC master chief explains how he rose from the ranks of a regular seaman to earn the pin that defined his exciting life in Naval Special Warfare. #NSW; #SWCC; #Navy; #fastboats
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From Navy SEAL to CBD Entrepreneur: My Journey of Mindset Growth
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In this special replay episode, I was interviewed by my friend Amin on his podcast Be Well Do Well. We discussed my journey to become a Navy SEAL, some scary moments from combat missions, the difficult transition back to civilian life, and how CBD helped me manage anxiety and stress. I also share my "get naked" mindset philosophy and 5 key principl…
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Mastering the OODA Loop - A Navy SEAL's Guide to Decision-Making
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Welcome back to the Navy SEAL Mindset podcast! In this episode, I dive into the third Navy SEAL secret of leadership - the OODA Loop. We'll explore how this decision-making process can be applied not just on the battlefield but also in everyday life and business scenarios. Origins of the OODA Loop: Colonel John Boyd, an Air Force fighter pilot duri…
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"Leaders Get No Bullets" - Unveiling the Second Navy SEAL Secret of Leadership
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In this episode, we dive deep into Navy SEAL secret number two of leadership. But before we do that, a quick recap of the first secret: "There's no such thing as multitasking." In a gunfight, only three things matter: shooting, moving, and communicating. Nothing else takes precedence. Now, onto Navy SEAL secret number two: "Leaders get no bullets."…
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I bust the myth that we can multitask effectively. Distractions make us weak. I explain why there's no such thing as multitasking, using the intense focus required in a gunfight as an analogy. SEALs must master three skills - shoot, move, communicate. You can't do them simultaneously and excel. I share how …
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Episode 49: PODCAST: #49 | My Navy SEAL Experience | SEALSWCC.COM
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How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com We have a candid discussion with a junior SEAL officer about the Teams, the realities of training, and why he chose to put aside an easier life and become an elite warrior.
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I share leadership insights from reconnecting with a former SEAL Team Master Chief, call sign "Mags," who mentored me. With 39 years in Naval Special Warfare, his wisdom is invaluable. Mags taught me: 1) Your reputation is everything. 2) Lead from the front and be the example. 3) Set the culture - define it…
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I talk about fighting entitlement and realizing you haven't earned the right to take it easy. I share my experience training for a tough swim event, then catching myself wanting to take multiple days off after. Just because you do something hard once doesn't mean you deserve a break. I discuss embracing dis…
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I discuss the importance of doing the work - the fifth "SEAL secret" to getting naked. We live in an age of instant gratification, but real results come from continuous effort over time. I share how in SEAL training, the expectation is to perform better today than you did yesterday. Even as a leader, I had …
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I discuss the importance of stepping into the arena every day. Life is not meant to be faced with a sneer or cynical attitude. Don't just criticize others - get in the arena yourself. The credit belongs to those who strive valiantly, who know great enthusiasm and devotion, even if they fail. Failure is part…
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I talk about how to "get naked" and expose your deepest fears. Fear is the anticipation of something that will probably never happen, but it controls your life anyway. To expose your fears, do things that scare you - public speaking, new hobbies like jiu-jitsu or skydiving. Notice when fear turns into actio…
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Episode 48: PODCAST: #48 | NSW Leadership Insights | SEALSWCC.COM
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Welcome to 'The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday', the official Navy SEAL podcast. I'm your host, Scott Williams and with me today is Andrew Dow, who is a retired SEAL and runs the SEAL Officer Selection and Assessment Program at Naval Special Warfare. And also Mr. Rod Olsen, who is well, let me tell you a little bit about Mr. Rod Olson because he has q…
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In this episode of The Navy SEAL Mindset, I talk about how we are surrounded by mediocrity and enemies trying to make us average every single day. It's our job to kill that mediocrity and take the fight to the enemy. To improve your life, you need an uncommon desire to succeed and kill mediocrity. I suggest starting to compete with yourself every d…
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Failure teaches more lessons than success!
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I learned to accept failure early in my Navy SEAL training. I knew I would fail at least once in combat swimmer training, so I wanted to fail early to learn from it. Failure teaches more lessons than success. Even the most physically gifted SEAL candidates quit because they couldn't handle failure and being told they weren't good enough. The hardsh…
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I started this podcast to share lessons I learned as a Navy SEAL with you. The Navy SEAL mindset is about getting naked - taking off your ego and armor to find healing. Naked is an acronym: Never quit, Accept failure, Kill mediocrity, Expose your fears, Do the work. In SEAL training, we learned to create small victories, like evading capture or fin…
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Welcome to the Navy Seal Mindset podcast with your host, William Branham. In this episode, William shares his journey from active duty Navy Seal to building a CBD company and becoming a leadership coach. William talks about the challenges of transitioning from military service, losing his sense of purpose and team, and struggling with anxiety and s…
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Welcome to the Navy SEAL Mindset. I'm your host, William Branham, retired Navy SEAL with 26 years of service. My new mission now that I'm retired is to share my experiences from the SEAL teams with you so that you can apply them to your business and your life so that you can start to have the Navy SEAL Mindset and start to think like a Navy SEAL. H…
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Episode 47: PODCAST | #47 SOAS: Questions Answered | SEALSWCC.COM
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How to train and apply to become a Navy SEAL or SWCC: https://www.sealswcc.com We dig into the mailbag and explain how SOAS works – everything from preparing for the cold ocean to (not) being the Gray Man.
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Episode 46: PODCAST: Episode 46 | Post SOAS | SEALSWCC.COM
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Time to await fate. The trial of SOAS is over and now the SEAL candidates are chosen. Learn what goes into the process of selecting the winners. Scott (Host) Welcome to another edition of ‘The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday’. I'm your host, Scott Williams, and today we're going to be talking SOAS. We have our SOAS representative, retired SEAL Lieutena…
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Episode 45: PODCAST: Episode 45 | A Day at SOAS | SEALSWCC.COM
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It’s no picnic for SEAL Officer candidates. Hear what it’s like as we take you to the obstacle course and watch the candidates learn to overcome mental and physical challenges.
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Episode 44: PODCAST: Episode 44 | How to Prepare for SOAS | SEALSWCC.COM
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You can’t fake it to make it. We tell you how to navigate the application process and what you need on your resume. Scott Williams: Hello, everyone. Welcome to another episode of the Only Easy Day Was Yesterday. I'm your host, Scott Williams, and today we have Andrew Dow with us to discuss the topic of SOAS. This is Part 2 in our series. In the fir…
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Episode 43: PODCAST: Episode 43 | What is 'SOAS'? | SEALSWCC.COM
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Introduction: Life is about constant evolution. Always better today than we were yesterday. Scott: Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday. I’m your host Scott Williams and today I have with me Andrew Dow who is going to school us on the topic of, what we call around here, SOAS. What is SOAS, Andrew? Andrew:…
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