Retired Navy SEAL and CEO Mike Sarraille | Becoming an Everyday Warrior

In this episode, Mike Sarraille, a retired Navy SEAL, Recon Marine, and Scout Sniper, shares his incredible journey from a young boy inspired by Hollywood and books on Vietnam to becoming a Navy SEAL and later navigating the business world as CEO of the Talent War Group. Sarraille discusses the lessons he learned about overcoming adversity, the importance of suffering and accountability, and how these lessons can be applied to everyday life and business leadership.

The episode also explores Sarraille's approach to failure, the concept of the 'Everyday Warrior,' and practical advice for becoming better versions of ourselves. Additionally, Sarraille stresses the significance of training, both in the military and the business realm, to prepare for high-pressure situations and achieve greatness. Mike's insights offer valuable lessons on personal growth, accountability, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

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About Mike Sarraille

Mike is an established keynote speaker who works with small businesses and Fortune 500 companies on the principles of leadership, teamwork, entrepreneurship, and living a life of balance and purpose. He’s the founder and CEO of Talent War Group, a successful management consulting and executive search firm, and ATTA, a lifestyle and apparel brand focused on community and born out of his Everyday Warrior concept.

During his 20-year military career, he served as a Recon Marine, Scout-Sniper, and retired a U.S. Navy SEAL Officer. Much of his career was in the Special Operations community, including the elite Joint Special Operations Command. Along with careers in the military and business, Mike co-authored the best-selling book, The Talent War: How Special Operations and Great Organizations Win on Talent, and enjoys a partnership with Men’s Journal as columnist and host of The Everyday Warrior series and podcast.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Guest Introduction: Mike Sarraille
• 1:10 Mike Sarraille's Journey: From Childhood to Military
• 4:16 Mike's Transition from Marine Corps to Navy SEAL
• 5:02 Mike's Post-Military Life and Business Ventures
• 8:50 The Importance of Leadership and Accountability
• 12:31 The Role of Love in Leadership
• 18:12 Mike's Reflections on Legacy and Impact
• 20:47 The Challenges of Transitioning from Military to Business
• 29:57 The Power of Reflection and Introspection
• 30:43 The Pursuit of Excellence
• 31:42 Leadership in High Pressure Situations
• 32:29 The Power of Experience and Decision Making
• 33:57 The Importance of Adaptability and Flexibility
• 35:52 The Journey to Becoming a SEAL
• 36:12 The Power of Shared Adversity
• 39:50 The Role of Training
• 47:14 The Everyday Warrior Mindset
• 49:23 The Power of Failure and Growth
• 52:45 Becoming an Everyday Warrior