Did you know that in high-pressure environments, trust can be the crucial factor determining success or failure? But how do you build such a deep level of trust that it becomes the bedrock of your team's every move?

In this episode, host Paul sits down with Jason O Harris , a globally recognized speaker, Air Force officer, bestselling author, and combat veteran, to explore the powerful concept of "no fail trust." Drawing from his military background and personal journey, Jason shares invaluable insights on the importance of personal accountability and resilience. He reflects on how growing up in Oakland, California, shaped his perspective and inspired him to overcome challenges through mentorship, discipline, and perseverance. Jason delves into how trusting in rigorous training, reliable processes, and empowering others are essential in both military and civilian life, especially when the stakes are high.  

Key Takeaways

• The concept of "no fail trust" 
• Importance of personal accountability and resilience
• The role of mentors and coaches 
• Strategies for self-assessment and continuous improvement
• The impact of fear and how to confront it
• The necessity of understanding one's motivations and "why" 
• The influence of comparison on self-worth 
• The connection between military training and preparation for life challenges
• The value of building a support system

In This Episode:

• [01:31] Defining no fail trust
• [02:47] The three pillars of no fail trust
• [04:20] Jason's personal journey
• [08:06] The choice between victim and victor
• [10:33] Fighting back against adversity
• [12:15] Importance of reviewing performance
• [15:31] Best practices for reviewing life's tape
• [18:20] The role of coaching in growth
• [19:57] Overcoming fear in high-stakes situations
• [20:50] Facing fear at the Air Force Academy
• [22:10] The deal with the coach
• [27:58] The importance of trust
• [31:03] Playing big vs. playing small
• [33:38] Running your own race
• [36:22] Horses that saved his life
• [40:49] Introduction to seven skill sets
• [41:15] Final tactical advice
• [42:35] Finding your why

Notable Quotes

• [00:03] "Put your art in the world. Share your art, share who you are. Go big or go home. Stop playing small with yourself and stop playing small with the world." — Jason 
• [08:06] "You can choose to be a victim, or you can choose to be a victor. You can choose to say, 'Oh, I allowed this to happen,' or you can choose to make life happen." — Jason 
• [22:10] "If you're facing this moment of fear and panic and anxiety, I want you to think about what is on the other side of that fear.." — Jason
• [41:49] "At the end of the day, you've got to determine that you want to be in the fight. " — Jason 
• [42:35] "I fight now and I win Mondays now because of my family, because of the legacy that I want to leave. That’s my why." — Jason

Our Guest

•  Jason O. Harris is a sought-after keynote speaker, best-selling author, and expert in leadership and trust. A fourth-generation military member, he served nearly three decades in the U.S. Air Force, including 11 deployments with over 2,000 combat hours. Jason’s "No Fail Trust” methodology empowers organizations to foster trust and accountability. He has worked with Fortune 500 companies like Cisco and Ford and has been featured in Forbes and the History Channel. His mission is to build a culture of commitment, accountability, and trust.

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