Tier1 Podcast Force Recon to Navy SEAL Tier1 | Mike Sarraille | Joint SMU Experience and Elite Leadership
Mike Sarraille’s career spans some of the most elite units in the U.S. military, offering a rare perspective across multiple special operations communities.
In this episode of the Tier1 Podcast, Mike breaks down his journey starting as an enlisted U.S. Marine, earning his way into the Force Recon community, and later commissioning as an officer. He details his transition into the Navy SEALs, where he rose into leadership roles before ultimately serving at the Navy’s most elite Tier1 SEAL unit.
Mike also discusses working directly alongside the Army’s Tier1 Special Mission Unit, providing a unique firsthand look into how different SMU communities operate, collaborate, and execute missions at the highest level. The conversation covers selection, leadership development, joint operations, and the mindset required to continuously push beyond already elite standards.
This episode offers rare insight into Force Recon, Navy SEAL Tier1 operations, and the realities of serving across multiple special mission units.
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