In this episode, we're joined by Schuyler Williamson—entrepreneur, military veteran, and author of The Steady Leader—for a practical conversation on leading with clarity when pressure is high.
Drawing from his experience as a combat officer (with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan) and as a high-performing real estate and investment professional, Schuyler shares leadership models that translate directly into business: decision-making in uncertainty, staying steady when the stakes rise, and building teams that perform without chaos.
We also discuss wealth-building through real estate, the mindset behind long-term ownership, and how high achievers can operate with discipline, consistency, and purpose.
Learn more and pre-order Schuyler's book The Steady Leader: https://www.thesteadyleader.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Background
03:05 The Journey of Writing a Book
05:59 Strategic Thinking in Leadership
09:00 Military Strategy and Business Parallels
11:50 Analyzing Risks and Making Decisions
14:59 Offensive vs Defensive Strategies in Business
17:48 The Importance of Cash in Risk Management
21:05 Leadership and Responsibility
23:59 Purpose-Driven Leadership
27:00 The Role of Vision in Leadership
30:02 Communicating Strategy and Change
32:53 Building and Protecting a Business
36:01 The Balance of Stability and Change
41:04 Understanding Team Dynamics and Values
47:01 The Importance of Faith in Leadership
53:30 Wisdom Through Experience and Spirituality
01:01:32 Navigating Anxiety and Decision-Making
01:10:45 The Journey to Ranch Ownership and Family Values