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Enduring intense physical and mental challenges, thriving under pressure, and leading in some of the most high-stakes situations imaginable—this is the life of a Navy SEAL. 

But how does someone take those life experiences and transform them into riveting stories on the page?

Jack Carr, a former Navy SEAL turned New York Times bestselling author, shares how he transitioned from the battlefield to the writing desk. With years of combat experience, he draws from his military roots to deliver gripping stories through his books “True Believer,” “The Terminal List,” “Red Sky Mourning” and more. 

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Jack Carr to talk about his journey from Navy SEAL to following his dream of becoming a writer. They discuss the mental and physical challenges of SEAL training, the role of teamwork, and the power of continuous growth as a leader. Jack also reveals his literary influences and how he manifests success through hard work and perseverance. 

This conversation will uncover the mindset, discipline, and strategies that helped Jack overcome extreme adversity and ultimately succeed in two incredibly demanding arenas.

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Connect with Jack:

Website: https://www.officialjackcarr.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackcarrusa/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jackcarrusa 

Books: https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/ 

Connect with Darius:

Website: ⁠https://therealdarius.com/⁠

Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/⁠

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine⁠ 

Book: The Core Value Equation ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708

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