In this episode of Salty Banter, we sit down with Tom Gordon, an old Navy friend and shipmate who shared some time in uniform with both of us.

Tom talks about his upbringing, how the Navy shaped his outlook on life, and how sailing became more than just a hobby, turning into a passion built on discipline, patience, and constant learning. We get into his personal sailing journey, the training that comes with it, and what draws him to the water in a way only someone who’s lived a life of service can really explain.

The conversation also turns reflective as Tom shares thoughtful messages for you.

It’s an honest, laid-back conversation filled with stories, perspective, and a few laughs along the way, precisely what Salty Banter is all about.

• Veterans' crisis line - Dial 988 or chat online at www.VeteransCrisisLine.net , or send a text message to 838255. VBA Claims national call center - 1-800-827- 1000 (for claims info).
• C4 Foundation Donation Link: https://c4foundation.app.neoncrm.com/forms/donate?_gl=1*dnn9qw*_ga*MTA0MzE3MDA1MS4xNzY2MzY5NDYx*_ga_E9KW2MXBW6*czE3NjgxNTM2MTEkbzMkZzAkdDE3NjgxNTM2MTEkajYwJGwwJGgwJGRJekZJUjNib0Y5YU9TVkVzdVVFSXVac2VKSUQ2ZjNLUTFR
• Wounded Warrior Donation Link: https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/Default.aspx?tsid=11585&ovr_acv_id=22774&campaignSource=ONLINE&source=BS25028DAABREMA&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17276544921&gbraid=0AAAAADg1WjqPovHV6Ark6GlDbRUUABK-B&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6sjKBhCSARIsAJvYcpPu0giQB3VJb2EtpUqkOcJOJnoNzEVWfD94MQi1A0snTcIhd3O9E-waAt1YEALw_wcB⁠

• Radical Candor, by Kim Scott is a leadership philosophy book that balances Caring Personally (showing empathy and building relationships) with Challenging Directly (giving honest, constructive feedback) to foster trust and drive growth. It helps leaders avoid pitfalls like Ruinous Empathy (caring without challenging) or Obnoxious Aggression (challenging without caring) by fostering open communication where tough conversations lead to development, not resentment, ultimately building stronger, more effective teams: https://a.co/d/1UjQEF2

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