In this heartfelt episode, Marine veteran and leadership expert Travis Hearne shares powerful insights about personal discipline, goal setting, and the importance of celebrating both victories and losses. From discussing Admiral McRaven's famous "make your bed" speech to exploring the balance between future ambitions and present mindfulness, Travis offers practical wisdom about building resilient leadership habits. The conversation delves into the value of daily routines, gratitude practices, and the often-overlooked importance of acknowledging setbacks as stepping stones to success.

Dr. Travis Hearne is the Founder and CEO of the Titanium Consulting Group (TCG), an international best-selling author, keynote speaker, Marine Corps Combat Veteran, and former Intelligence Officer for the Defense Intelligence Agency. A cybersecurity industry expert, he earned a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California in 2021, focusing on transformational leadership within the Department of Defense’s cybersecurity sector.  

With nine years of service in the United States Marine Corps, he led teams in Iraq and Afghanistan, gaining firsthand experience in leadership under extreme conditions. He later served as a Senior Intelligence Analyst at U.S. Northern Command and held key intelligence and cybersecurity roles within the Defense Intelligence Agency, specializing in counterterrorism, border security, and advanced cyber threats from Russia and China.  

Since 2015, Dr. Hearne has traveled globally, delivering tailored keynote speeches on leadership, cybersecurity, and organizational change, drawing from his extensive military, intelligence, and academic experience.

Chapters:

Introduction and Welcome [00:00 - 01:12]
Show introduction
Initial conversation about running

Personal Loss and Reflection [01:12 - 03:15]
Discussion about Travis's grandfather
Sharing personal stories

Military Discipline and Daily Habits [19:12 - 20:44]
Admiral McRaven's "make your bed" speech
Importance of daily routines

Goal Setting and Present Mindfulness [22:57 - 34:15]
Discussion of B.H.A.G.s (Big Hairy Audacious Goals)
Balancing future goals with present awareness

Celebrating Progress [34:15 - 37:48]
Gratitude practices
Taking time to acknowledge achievements

Learning from Losses [37:48 - 45:42]
Celebrating failures as learning opportunities
Growth mindset discussion

Continuous Learning and Development [45:42 - 49:29]
Educational achievements
Personal growth stories

Closing Thoughts and Contact Information [51:17 - 52:38]
Book promotion
Final reflections and outro

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Connect with Travis:
Website: https://www.titaniumconsultinggroup.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travishearne/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Dr.THearne