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United States Marine Corps USMC Scout Sniper Association USMC Special Operations Marine Scout Sniper Heritage Foundation Recon & Sniper Foundation Rule 20- LEAD BY EXAMPLE: Never ask of others what you are unwilling to do yourself. Be compassionate. Learn to inspire those around you with your actions. Talk is cheap. Intentions are irrelevant. Actions are everything. Learn to be a good follower, then a good leader, and finally a good mentor. Build up your people. Avoid tearing them down. If you have to crush someone, build them back up stronger than they were before. Your legacy is based upon those who follow you. Pass your knowledge down whenever you can. Ensure that those who follow you will become greater than you. This will be your true legacy. #recon #sniper #sarc

"Never trust a Marine who hasn't been NJP'd". This was a tongue-in-cheek way of saying that someone who hasn't been disciplined probably hasn't been looking out for their fellow Marines. Otherwise known as a "Blue Flacon". 😆 It's not always true, but a funny lesson that often checked. It's easy to get ahead by throwing people under the bus or prioritizing yourself over others. But true success comes from building up those around you and supporting them, even if it means taking a hit yourself. It's a lesson that extends far beyond the military. We all know people who got ahead through backstabbing or trampling over others. They have the position, but no influence. The truly successful are the ones who lift others up with them on their way to the top. So, next time you're faced with a decision, ask yourself: am I looking out for my team, or just myself? Am I following the rules blindly, or thinking freely and challenging them for the good of others? (when needed of course).

In 1938, Winston Churchill became admiral of the world's strongest navy. WWII was about to start, so he instituted a strict rule: Daily naps. 💤 This man was going to lead the Royal Navy against the Nazis and he insisted on taking a 1 hour nap every afternoon. His rationale? Periods of war demand the most from leaders and the intensity lasts for an unknown length of time. In that circumstance, an afternoon nap is the best way to get the most out of the human form. During the war, Churchill would routinely stay up until 1 or 2 am (or later) managing a crisis. He’d sleep soundly until 8 or 9 am, and then take his afternoon nap. This allowed him to work long hours with incredible focus and tenacity. The effectiveness of this strategy on Churchill’s performance inspired his 2nd in command, Admiral Pound, to institute a similar afternoon nap policy. Most founders and CEOs face similar periods of intensity where crises happen at all hours, demanding attention and rapid responses. A nap is not for everyone, but it’s a logical approach if you’re in a role that includes sustained intensity over many years and where long hours combined with health and fitness are key ingredients to success. Do you nap?

David Goggins, ultra-distance runner, author, and Retired U.S. Navy SEAL, said: "We don't want to suffer. We don't want to feel discomfort. So the whole time, we're living our lives in a very comfortable area. There's no growth in that." I agree. And how can you step out of our comfort zone? One way is to identify what OBSTACLES stand in your way of achieving a goal and thinking about the consequences of NOT addressing them. (It's common to focus on the benefits of accomplishing something important while ignoring the consequences of NOT accomplishing it.) Addressing hurdles often involves doing things that are difficult for us, and is not something we look forward to. Minimize potential future negative consequences by confronting your fears and stretching beyond your comfort zone. Lean into the possible discomfort. Have faith in yourself. Tackle those thing you aren't certain you can overcome. There IS growth in that!

Pause your scrolling and enjoy some extremely valuable insight from a couple of extremely intelligent and successful individuals, whom I greatly respect. Thank you, Christian, for the perspective check I think we could all benefit from! #leadership #management #goals #leadingbyexample #livingbyexample

Yesterday, while traveling home from a work trip, I had the privilege to witness the USO bring a fallen Marine soldier home to his family. It was a deeply moving experience highlighting the profound respect and honor the US Marines show their fallen comrades. This got me thinking about the parallels between this approach and how workplaces should treat their team members. In the Marines, every soldier is valued, and their contributions are recognized, even in the most challenging times. A member of the US Marine Corps accompanies the fallen soldier home, ensuring they are never alone on their final journey. This act of solidarity and respect is a powerful reminder of the importance of standing by our team members, especially during difficult times. More personally, people are hurting by the country's mental health crisis, the recent loss of life and property in significant weather events, accidents, and so much more. This sense of respect and honor should be mirrored in our workplaces. Regardless of their role, every team member deserves to be acknowledged and appreciated for their efforts. Just as the Marines ensure no soldier is left behind, we should strive to create an environment where every employee feels supported and valued. As leaders, we must reflect on how we can bring this respect and care into our professional lives. By fostering a culture of appreciation and support, we can build stronger, more resilient teams ready to face any challenge together. #Leadership #Teamwork #Respect #USMarines #WorkplaceCulture

USA- An experiment in History to test the status quo of Nations. No Country is perfect and that includes the US. However, what Country gave more Freedom to their population? Resources to come from nothing and become whatever you could dream. The United States had it’s horrific growing pains like every Country. No political system is perfect. Perfection is impossible with imperfect humans. Wealth- The American Empire has obtained more wealth then any Nation on the planet. We also have sadly amassed the most debt which threatens our Republic. Politics- UNITED WE STAND-DIVIDED WE FALL! Serving- As an AirForce Veteran, I’m honored to have served my Country standing post protecting our Nuclear Weapons. I received more than I gave. I went from a very awkward teenager, to a man that found purpose. Duty Honor Country- tradition in the military is extremely important. Learning from our past hereos helps guides us to our future. This does not mean things should not change. However, the reason for a change is what really matters. What is the reason for this particular change? I certainly have my thoughts. I have always looked up to General MacArthur and General Patton. Both had massive egos, but time has proven that their convictions drove them to excellence. They were a huge part of stopping Evil Regimes for taking over the world. Imagine if Patton wasn’t in Germany and MacArthur wasn’t in Asia? Would we have won WW2? My opinion is no. Duty Honor Country are three words EVERY AMERICAN CITIZEN should believe in. Duty- We all have a duty to be a good citizen. Honor- We should honor our past warriors who protected OUR UNION and for those trying to protect our FUTURE UNION. Country- America is one of the most divesrse Nations in the world. The USA still has the most freedom in the world. Sadly, that freedom is under attack. We are close to a division that resembles pre Civil War times. We must find common ground. UNITED WE STAND-DIVIDED WE FALL Freedom allows for different thoughts, ideas and dreams. As Americans we have a responsibility to keep the Union together for our future generations. We must persevere in keeping the light of freedom burning on top of that hill as President Reagan stated. HONOR-DUTY-COUNTRY may these hollowed words never be forgotten. We must look to be the solution, not the problem.

Happiness Unleashed! I just released part 3 of my series on the book 'The Almanac of Naval Ravikant' by Eric Jorgenson. It's on Naval's thoughts on Happiness. (Link in first comment)

Hiram Figueroa Jr Sometimes when our own veterans are abandoned, and told "No One Is Coming to Save You," in the field or across America, those that are trying to save them are trying to share that via storytelling from the #Rooftop, in the hope that someone will respond. https://lnkd.in/emq_pDHF Live your life as a vehicle for service, to help the suffering, afflicted and those who can't help themselves. Then you can refocus attacks (targeting your mistakes) toward something productive.... Like the Mission or Ultimate Objective www.humanitarian.net Let me tell you a story about the youth leader that cycled across America www.cycleacrossamerica.org to promote what is today the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, then ran across America www.runacrossamerica.org to advocate for the unmet needs of frontline service programs (first in the U.S., then 193 UN member countries with complex emergencies beyond the capabilities of the UN, NGOs and Relief Organizations. The Cycle Across America was the largest touch outreach every coordinated through the Office for Substance Abuse Prevention. The Run Across America led to a national FEMA: Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program campaign to 1) establish unmet needs coordinators in every city/county area of the United States, 2) formation of the HRI:FEMA National City/County Emergency management Support Network and 3) HRI:FEMA International Disaster Information Network, that transitioned to the Global Special Operations Network - Intelligence - Defense - Interpol - LEO Fusion Support. Stephen M. Apatow, Marine Safety and Environmental Protection Officer, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Certified Sailing Rescue Swimmer is CEO, Humanitarian Resource Institute: H-II OPSEC Expeditionary Operations, Anti-Terrorism Officer: Director, Global Special Operations Network, Member of the War Crimes Committee, International Bar Association, and an Ordained Licensed Ministry Chaplain. -- IMPACT2024 - Youth Leadership & C-Suite Development Programs: HRI: H-II OPSEC, 22 June 2024. https://bit.ly/4cQSUak -- Unconventional Leadership Development: From "Living On The Edge" to being the "Cutting Edge": HRI: H-II OPSEC. http://bit.ly/2xDKIaL