Business at the Speed of AI – with Jeremy Victor & Contributor Perry Rearick

In this powerful Veterans Day conversation, Jeremy Victor is joined by retired Lieutenant Colonel Perry Rearick for an unfiltered, deeply human discussion on service, courage, community, and what it truly means to lead.

Together, they explore:

• The real meaning and origins of Veterans Day
• Why veterans rarely speak about their struggles—and how to support them
• The unseen bonds formed in military service, and why civilian life often struggles to replicate them
• Mental health, transition challenges, and the importance of simply asking, “Tell me…”
• Stories from WWII, Vietnam, and modern service that reveal the cost—and character—of those who serve
• How veterans bring an outcomes-oriented, purpose-driven mindset into corporate America
• What the military’s “task and purpose” model can teach today’s leaders
• Personal stories of courage, loss, and camaraderie that stay with you long after the episode ends

Jeremy and Perry also connect these lessons to The More Effect, discussing courage, empathy, and the human traits that will matter most as we move further into an AI-first world.

This episode is not just about honoring service—it’s about understanding it. And it’s about rediscovering the leadership principles that unite us, elevate us, and remind us what truly matters.

A thoughtful, heartfelt, and necessary conversation for anyone leading people, navigating change, or striving to become more.

00:00 Welcome to Business at the Speed of AI

00:38 Meet Perry Rearick: A Longtime Collaborator

01:17 Jeremy Victor's Journey and Insights

02:27 Honoring Veterans: A Deep Dive into Veterans Day

04:43 Personal Reflections on Military Service

05:57 The Importance of Community and Gratitude

10:15 Veterans' Mental Health and Seeking Help

18:29 Kurt Vonnegut: A Veteran's Story

25:03 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

25:57 Joining Life Science and Veteran Integration

26:32 Military Decision Making and Outcomes Orientation

27:43 Challenges of Bonding in Corporate America

29:56 The Importance of Having a Buddy

31:58 Military Terms and Humor

37:31 Reflecting on Veterans' Experiences

45:25 The More Effect and Unity

47:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts