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Hell Week is a rite of passage for all Navy SEALs. It is the hardest week of the hardest training program in the US military, Basic […]

Being a Navy SEAL is an accomplishment very few will ever achieve. It takes an insane level of discipline, dedication, and skill. So it stands […]

There is a good reason they named part of US Navy SEAL training Hell Week –only 25% of candidates make it through. And that’s only […]

Use this the next time you need to think clearly in a high-pressure situation. When’s the last time you paid attention to your breath? Most […]

The first step to dealing with stress is recognizing your emotions, says this former combat veteran. Every day, you encounter stressors. Some are genuine, such […]

Embracing these practices boosts leadership and communication, setting a standard for innovation, collaboration, and respect to flourish. Navy SEAL training focuses on physical fitness, but […]

This framework can be applied to any sort of high- or low-stakes decision. From what to wear to what to tackle first at work, we make […]

Taking tactics from the war room to the boardroom. As corporate leaders explore how to elevate the effectiveness and professional excellence of their working teams, […]

Every person counts. And four other important rules to work by. In the military, there are shared beliefs, consistent values, and deep traditions across all […]

Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Brad Woodard salutes as he jumps from an aircraft during parachute training. I learned my best habits — and made some of my […]