Got Your Six with Tony Nash

6ers, nowadays there are many health and fitness training programs that no longer prioritize individual needs. For whatever reason, the trend has become about the idealization of movement patterns and the specific end results we want. But training should always be done with conscious intention. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Kegan Dillon, a U.S Army veteran and the program director at V23. Kegan is passionate about the inner workings of strength and conditioning to rehabilitate his own injuries and help others. He believes that every person can benefit from a life enhanced with fitness. 

You will learn about the value of slow, gradual build of understanding that fitness and health is an internal process. That there should be an alignment between the internal and external self as you’re making adjustments and creating your own health and fitness journey. You acknowledge that the work is never done and your training is a practice you set for life. 

As a result, you’ll learn that the immediacy of the progress should not be substituted for enjoying the process. There is no shortcut to this journey and you need to learn the physical and psychological endurance at a pace that you are realizing your full potential without unnecessarily harming yourself. It is about acknowledging that it is a practice of how to make progress for the long-term instead of just the next ten weeks. 

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6ers, in our country today, we are looking at less than 7% of Americans who have ever worn our country’s uniform. This is a powerful example of how a simple number like that can tell a story. It speaks volumes about the brave men and women who raised their right hands and volunteered to serve. And for those that made the ultimate sacrifice, we owe it to them to make sure their stories are told.

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Joseph Reagan, a veteran and the Director of Military and Veterans outreach for Wreaths Across America. Joe is passionate about keeping the sacrifices and memories of veterans alive and believes people should take the opportunities they have and run with them. 

You will learn about how sharing the stories of our veterans help shed light on the important role they played in our country so we can continue to enjoy freedom, liberty, and all the things that we hold dear. Helping the community have these valuable conversations about our veterans and understanding the personal aspect of the veteran experience is huge support that can make a positive impact in many ways.

As a result, not only do we help destigmatize some of the issues that our veterans are facing unfairly, but it will also be easier for us to talk about facts and figures of what they have really gone through and the real extent of the sacrifice they made on behalf of this country. It starts a ripple effect of raising awareness that can turn into action on how we can truly honor our veterans and ensure their legacy lives on.

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Resources mentioned:

Joseph Reagan: Let us never forget our solemn pledge

Stories of Service: Former Army soldier talks about his experience with PTSD  

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• 01:07 - Overview of Got Your Six partnership with Wreaths Across America
• 02:19 - A shared understanding of how a veteran’s ultimate sacrifice creates a bond 
• 03:47 - Living up to the legacy of the men and women that made the ultimate sacrifice
• 07:08 - The reality of heroic acts. The Sammy Davis story.
• 11:12 - Why you need to stay focused on the mission 
• 12:23 - Taking a tactical pause to make sure you are mission-focused 
• 14:34 - The school pick-up line analogy shows the importance of where you have to be
• 16:53 - The greatest strength of learning military leadership
• 21:32 - The practical application of making your improvement measurable
• 25:02 - Growth mindset that is not solely focused on the individual but on the organization

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6ers, how do you earn the right to win? I know for certain that talent alone does not guarantee success. I also know for certain that winning is largely based on one’s effort. A trained athlete who wants to increase his chance of winning will have thorough preparation and that means putting in countless hours of hard work and planning a strategy for every possibility. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Will Huff, veteran and Director of Partnership at Soldiers to Sidelines and a Board Member at The Baltimore Station. Will is passionate about sports and believes athleticism is a valid path in the military to produce good combat leaders. Will Huff is a 1991 West Point Graduate and served in the Army from 1991 to 2015, retiring at the rank of Colonel. 

You will learn about what continuous learning looks like as a leader, how to be a good teammate, a coach, and a leader, and take care of all these distinct responsibilities all the same time, to nurture a culture of a learning organization. You’ll also learn the value of mastering the basic skills until everything becomes second nature to you. 

As a result, you will gain a better appreciation of why you need to earn the right to win and prepare yourself for success. You will then be more willing to accept and withstand the obstacles and roadblocks ahead knowing that the real challenge is keeping your commitment to the process itself. 

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Earn The Right To Win by Tom Coughlin 

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6ers, as veterans we’ve been trained how to adapt to stressful situations and we are familiar with knowing when to shift our gears to adapt to a situation when it is necessary. While situations in civilian life may not be life and death, this particular skill comes in handy as jump into the exploratory journey of knowing our true selves. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Josh Green, a Chief Warrant Officer 2 in the US Army and a video creator as OnexPunchxDad on Instagram and TikTok. He is passionate about working on Tactical data and communications between Tank systems while posting videos he believes are a way to bring awareness and change to some of the communication flaws in the chain of command through humor.

You will learn about how a mindset that is prepared and trained to shift gears when necessary can actually lead you to new opportunities to express yourself and chase happiness and meaning. It is about not suppressing who you truly are but in fact about finding new challenges to expand yourself. 

As a result, you’ll understand that adaptability is a highly-valued skill. Combine it with mindfulness to keep you stable and grounded, and you will definitely gain interpersonal and creativity, and critical thinking skills. Throughout this process, being able to shift gears with the right approach is essentially a deep dive into knowing and exploring your authentic self. 

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6ers, in this cutthroat world of commerce, consumers are now looking for authenticity. This means that in fighting for market opportunities, you need to be accountable to your customers. Authenticity is something we all want to see. But we all make mistakes and it is not  always easy to deal with public mistakes. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Greg Fischer, a USMC veteran and co-founder of Burn Pit BBQ. Aside from being passionate about barbecue and grilling, he is also passionate about connecting with separating service members and veterans to help with their transition back into the civilian world. Greg believes growth is a continual process throughout life.

You will learn about why fighting even for the smallest of opportunities and staying true and intact with your brand messaging. Authenticity is a winning strategy when you’re just starting out. You will also learn why putting yourself in an environment where you can get direct and honest feedback as well as actively seeking out mentors is the personal accountability that will open a lot of new doors for you. 

As a result, if you do this consistently you will have a circle of trust agents that can only further your improvement and foster continual growth. You will be more courageous than ever to go where your limits are always tested knowing that you have a supportive community behind you cheering you on to achieve new heights. 

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6ers, a recent study showed that 59% of employers believe veterans perform "better than" or "much better than" their non-veteran peers. However, the connection gap in the hiring process of veterans remains high. Companies would tout they have ‘military-friendly’ culture but how many of those companies are actually ‘military-effective’? 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Rob Arndt, a former US Marine Corps, an investor, founder/CEO at BufferSprings, and a Veteran in Residence at Bunker Labs. He is passionate about building military veteran talent acquisition, engagement, and retention solutions that provide immediate and ongoing results for smart companies. Rob is self-educated and joined the USMC in logistics in 2002 until his retirement in 2014. 

You will learn about what companies to look for and what questions you can ask them in terms of being a “military-effective” organization that can empower you and give you confidence when applying for a job. You’re a trained leader and team player, you’re goal-oriented and can thrive under stressful environments and these are all skill advantages that employers look for. 

Knowing the advantages, benefits, and unique skills you can bring to an organization will help feel more empowered and confident, as a result, to find a job and a career path that can truly fulfill you. This valuable mindset calibration can bring help you find more career opportunities that will bring you closer to the true meaning of success. 

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6ers, there are many paths to growing your business, however, not all of them will lead you to a life filled with joy and purpose. Creating a community around your product is a more sustainable way to run your business and grow it. By engaging your community, you understand them better and thus cater to their needs better. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Brett Kroll, a US Army veteran pilot, and co-founder and Marketing Director for Brotallion, a veteran-owned company that provides military aviation-inspired apparel, gear, study materials, and mentorship.  Brett is also the chief financial officer of The Brotallion Blue Skies Foundation, a non-profit that provides financial support for fallen Army aircrew and their families. 

You will learn about the importance of community engagement for your business growth and overall life satisfaction and fulfillment. By putting people and the community first, you are building a stronger foundation for your business. Product growth is tied to people exchanging value for something they believe in.  

As a result, you will gain an understanding of how almost any business is fundamentally about people and the power of these authentic and strong connections can foster long-term benefits. People come before the product and service and true engagement with people creates a long-lasting relationship. 

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6ers, the transition challenges, and the ease of re-entry into the civilian workforce are growing issues faced by military veterans. Career change is already tough enough for life after service and the reality is, that there are other variables to consider that are just as important as giving them a job. To honor the military community is to ensure we respect their experience, recognize their skills, and give them a new sense of mission.  

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Matt Stevens, a US Navy veteran, and the CEO of The Honor Foundation. He is passionate about helping special operations veterans transition into civilian careers. Matt Stevens graduated from the Naval Academy with an Ocean Engineering degree in 1991. He served in different units - Naval Warfare, Seal Team, Joint Special Operations, and Special Operations - until his retirement in 2017. 

You will learn about how private organizations are helping veterans with their career transition journey and hear about some of the principles and actionable methods they teach in their programs, including how to overcome your fears as an introvert to grow your network, which you can implement on your own so you can create more opportunities for you. 

As a result, you’ll be able to acknowledge that accepting the connective tissue of where you came from to where you’re going is all part of knowing who you are. You will also gain new insights and better confidence in how to face one of the biggest challenges you’ll face after your military service: finding the right career path and pursuing a fulfilled and satisfying life.

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6ers, there is a common misconception that military skillsets are not transferable skills to the civilian workforce. This is far from the truth. The underlying problem is actually in the translation of military skillset and how it fits in a civilian role. What this means is that your responsibility is to learn how to communicate the value of your military experience. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Jed Richard, a veteran, and a general contractor. Jed is also the president of Richard Group, a building and civil General Contracting & Construction Services Company based in Glenview, Illinois. He graduated from West Point in 2004, the same year he enlisted in the Army as a commissioned officer. Jed retired from the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team in 2009 with the rank of Captain.

You will learn about how bringing authenticity and transparency to your business can help you form a strong team and loyal customers. Business and growth are through people aligned with your vision and company culture. A strong team fosters cooperation and increases productivity while loyal customers become a profitable relationship.

By the end of the episode, you’ll gain a new understanding of how you can leverage your existing and unique veteran skill sets for your entrepreneurial journey. It starts with gratitude and having the grit to bootstrap your way up through the arsenal of skills you may already have. 

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6ers, while strategy and tactics are both terms that originated from the military, they have become common usage in business terms as well. However, they are often used interchangeably, and understanding the contrast and difference between the two is actually more important than people think. 

This week, Tony Nash is joined by Adam Braatz, a US Air Force veteran, content strategist, and founder of Braatz Enterprises LLC, a consultancy firm that helps organizations and businesses advance their brand and influence. He is also the vice president for communications and programming at the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce. Adam is dedicated to empowering professionals, companies, and brands by discovering and leveraging their authentic voices. 

You will learn about how differentiating strategy and tactics can actually help you to recognize the most effective ways you can use each. Sometimes we get too lost in the weeds that we run the risk of getting confused in our own tactics without a clear understanding of whether we are actually making progress towards our strategic vision or not. 

As a result, you’ll understand that to reach your destination, your tactical plans must always align with your strategic vision and the goals you set for yourself. It’s so easy to lose sight of the big picture but there’s a good rule of thumb you can keep in mind, “Think strategically, act tactically.” 

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