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  • Top 10 Military Lessons for Scaling and Organization

    Let experience be your mentor. The military teaches us that the most valuable lessons often come from those who have lived through challenges and overcome obstacles. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry shares the pieces of wisdom he gained from his military experience in the form of a top-ten list. John will explain how he has used those same valuable lessons to grow his business, and craft his work strategy. 


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    7 min
  • Battling Frontline Trauma with Michael Sugrue: The Road to Recovery from PTSD & PTSI

    In this episode of Veteran Led, John sits down with Michael Sugrue, Air Force Veteran, former police sergeant, and international best-selling author of "Relentless Courage: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma." Listen in as Michael shares his experiences starting out in the Air Force to becoming one of the elite Phoenix Ravens to his eventual transition to civilian law enforcement, where one fatal night changed his life forever. Hear about Michael’s battle with Post-Traumatic Stress Injury and the courageous steps he took to confront it.

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    Watch Michael's short film, "Stigma of Help" and full-length documentary, "Residual" by clicking the links!

    52 min
  • From Field Problems to Real Problems: Navigating Business Challenges with Military Precision

    From the battlefield to the boardroom, adrenaline may suit certain circumstances, but every challenge demands a strategic approach. On this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry defines and explores how to navigate the three types of problems you will face in business: catastrophic, serious, and routine. Discover how leaders navigate through the chaos by triaging problems, assigning the right teams, aligning resources, and ultimately solving problems with precision.


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    13 min
  • The Downside to Rapid Growth: The 10 C's of Scaling an Organization

    While rapid growth can feel exhilarating, it also comes with challenges. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry walks through the 10 C’s you can expect with rapid growth – critics, complexity, control, compliance, competence, communication, complacency, competition, and cooperation. He’ll explain how these 10 C’s can impact your team dynamics and provide strategies to overcome them.


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    8 min
  • The Depths of Determination and Resilience: A Navy SEAL's Journey with Craig Marley

    In this episode of Veteran Led Podcast, John sits down with former Navy SEAL, Vietnam veteran, and author, Craig Marley. From training South Vietnamese Sea Commandos to a successful commercial diving career, Craig survived some of the most hostile parts of the ocean and escaped death more than a few times. Do not miss this inspiring conversation that highlights veteran resilience, determination, and leadership.​

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    You can read about Craig's incredible story in his book, No Lifeguard on Duty: Legacy of a Navy SEAL.

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    1 hr
  • They Don’t Want What You Want

    As a leader, you have to accept that not all of your team members want what you want for them. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry explores how aligning individual dreams with organizational goals leads to stronger, more dedicated teams. Drawing on his experiences, he reflects on military exits and civilian workplace dynamics, emphasizing the importance of knowing why people leave and why others stay. John emphasizes why understanding and supporting your team's diverse aspirations is key to fostering loyalty, improving retention, and effectively harnessing your team's potential while ensuring investments align with the organization's goals. 


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    11 min
  • What the Military Didn't Teach Me About Decision-Making

    The military teaches us two ways to make decisions: quick and reactionary or deliberate and meticulously planned. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry shares shares invaluable lessons on quick vs. deliberate decisions, exposing the blind spots in long-term planning, a gap often overlooked in military training. He emphasizes the critical importance of considering decisions through a 5-10 year lens, urging leaders to envision their organization's future with a strategic, forward-thinking approach.

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    12 min
  • Finding Community at the VFW with Laurel Mitchell

    In this episode of the Veteran Led Podcast, John talks with US Air Force Veteran, Laurel Mitchell, at local VFW 2503 about how her experiences in the military gave her the drive and discipline to succeed as a civilian. Laurel shares stories from her journey as she went from Air Force electrician to Associate Professor at Bellevue University, earning her MBA, Masters in Contract Management, and Doctorate in Education along the way. Tune in to hear Laurel's story and message to other veterans about finding community at the VFW.

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    25 min
  • It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This: The Best Lesson the Military Teaches

    Your network is your net worth. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry discusses the importance of intentional relationship-building and shares methods of finding and building rapport with the military grade leaders you want in your network. John discusses how to create trust and camaraderie by being helpful and inviting, and warns against communication styles that turn off potential partners. The returns on investing in key relationships are worth the effort year over year.

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    15 min
  • Challenge, Don't Coddle: How to Attract and Retain Top Talent

    Caring for your team means pushing them, not pampering them. In this episode of Veteran Led, John Berry explores what matters most to the high performing team members you want to hire and retain. Creature comforts and luxury items may seem like great perks to attract top talent, but John dispels this myth by drawing on his time as a young officer when excessive amenities provided by military leadership actually undermined motivation and engagement. Soldiers and high performers want to be challenged and they want to achieve the mission; learn how to cultivate the work environment top talent seeks.

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    15 min

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Veterans know how to lead. The lessons we learned in the military form the foundation for bigger successes in business, entrepreneurship and community.