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As a nation, we can and must use the Green Beret Principles of trust, resilience, restoration, and more to face our foes abroad - and overcome the internal strife that besets American society today.” These are the words from “Hard Truths,” recently released by Congressman Mike Waltz, soon to be National Security Advisor (NSA) under President Trump. This podcast addresses the Hard Truths that Mike Waltz must consider around Afghanistan and the aftermath of the Afghanistan debacle and the “asleep at the switch” consequences of the past Administration. This podcast contains a no-B.S. run down of “hard truths” that speak to one of Waltz’s critical points as the National Security Advisor to President Trump, but also hard truths for you and me. Why? As Waltz Says…”We must be vigilant. Perhaps that is the hardest and most important, truth of all.” Get a notepad for this one. Let’s lean in, set our politics aside, and get focused and loud on these hard truths as we roll into 2025.

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In challenging times, when no one is coming to your rescue, and you're striving to create something greater than yourself—a groundbreaking product, a new business, or a non-profit—you’ll encounter significant obstacles. Understanding the sacrifices your bold ambitions demand is essential. This podcast will guide you through the process.  

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What does the new National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz think about Afghanistan, the threat, and the resistance?

Even before Shawn Ryan interviewed Commander Massoud, I hosted Congressman Mike Waltz, Legend, & Commander Massoud to discuss the botched Afghanistan withdrawal and what it might mean to us in the West.

As Congressman Waltz prepares to take the reins as National Security Advisor to President Trump, this seems like a good time to put this hard-hitting discussion back on the street.

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As we move through another tough election, there is actually good news on the other side of it…if we choose to act on it. Join me and let’s discuss.

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This message emphasizes the importance of finding and sharing your authentic voice as a leader, embracing vulnerability, and telling personal stories to foster deep connections and build social capital. True influence goes beyond success; it requires relatability, relevance, and a willingness to share difficult experiences to resonate deeply with others. Leadership involves persevering through fear, iterating on personal growth, and accepting that no one is coming to save you—progress depends on your commitment to show up and share your journey. By doing so, you empower others, inspire reciprocal support, and create meaningful change in both your community and yourself.

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I believe in getting big sh*t done even when nobody else is coming. I believe it to my core. This country is built on this concept. For me, one of those areas is mobilizing the GWOT Generation of veterans and military family members to solve wicked problems that supplement the gaps that are often not filled by the federal government. The abandonment of our Afghan Allies. The wildfires in Maui. The hurricane - ravaged hills of Western North Carolina. Our veteran network brings enormous horsepower to solving tough problems. It’s the ultimate private public partnership and it’s changing the game of how veterans can maintain relevance in a time when our country is extremely challenged. Task Force Pineapple is back and our veterans are stepping up in a big way. Give this episode a listen and then let me know: What’s your Pineapple Express?

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WATERLINE ARTICLE #8: Change Freaks People Out.

Change is inevitable and chaos is bound to enter your arena, but change management will help you avoid fear-based reactions. By keeping yourself and your organization on a path to order, you help mitigate the amount of times chaos turns everything upside down. Join Scott this week as he discusses navigating the complexity and effects change has on us through these times of churn.

CONTEXT ON THIS SERIES

In 1917, T.E. Lawrence, who you might know as Lawrence of Arabia overthrew the Ottoman Turks in WWI in modern-day Iraq and Syria, using strategic human connections at the local level. He did so by going into tribal environments and creating a level of trust that unified various tribes around one thing that they could all agree on through storytelling of ‘what could be.’ He wanted to help others who followed behind him do the same so he wrote The 27 Articles to share with them.

Scott has taken these Lawrencian skills and adapted them to the Rooftop Leadership methodology and in this series will share the 27 Waterline Articles for the Rooftop Leader with you so that you are better equipped to lead through the disengagement, distrust, and distraction brought on by prolonged isolation, low trust, and uncertainty. If you’ll lean into these and integrate them into your life and business, you will be more attuned to the people you lead and be able to look at human behavior in a new way that allows you to lead at a higher level.

You can read the original 27 Articles by T.E. Lawrence here: https://wwi.lib.byu.edu/index.php/The_27_Articles_of_T.E._Lawrence

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I get this question a lot. It can seem like a daunting reality when we arrive at the conclusion that some of our biggest problems in life require fully stepping into the arena and leading the way to solving these wicked problems. But, the truth is…once you take that first step on wobbly knees, there is a level of compelling connection that follows you into the darkest places. We are meaning-seeking creatures and there is a role for each one of us to play that’s much bigger than ourselves. Join me on this episode of the Rooftop Podcast to talk about what your role can be.  

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We face a lot of moral dilemmas in this time of Churn don’t we? It seems like every decision that comes our way has elevated stakes and tremendous pressure attached to it. We’re pressed to often play a game we didn’t even sign on for. I get it. Here’s the thing: There is a way to lead through this with a very simple metric that might just make a difference for you. Join me in this episode and let’s map it out!

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WATERLINE ARTICLE #6: Scarcity Drives Behavior.

Understanding that scarcity drives behavior will help you better see that change freaks people out. It puts people in a primal state and fear based behavior takes over. We as leaders have to recognize this and we need to learn how we are going to lead through that. Join Scott this week as he discusses the effects of scarcity on behavior in this time of Churn.

CONTEXT ON THIS SERIES

In 1917, T.E. Lawrence, who you might know as Lawrence of Arabia overthrew the Ottoman Turks in WWI in modern-day Iraq and Syria, using strategic human connections at the local level. He did so by going into tribal environments and creating a level of trust that unified various tribes around one thing that they could all agree on through storytelling of ‘what could be.’ He wanted to help others who followed behind him do the same so he wrote The 27 Articles to share with them.

Scott has taken these Lawrencian skills and adapted them to the Rooftop Leadership methodology and in this series will share the 27 Waterline Articles for the Rooftop Leader with you so that you are better equipped to lead through the disengagement, distrust, and distraction brought on by prolonged isolation, low trust, and uncertainty. If you’ll lean into these and integrate them into your life and business, you will be more attuned to the people you lead and be able to look at human behavior in a new way that allows you to lead at a higher level.

You can read the original 27 Articles by T.E. Lawrence

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