Alloy Personal Training Business Keys to Leadership with Jake Mayo
In this episode, Rick Mayo sits with his son, Jake Mayo, a Naval Academy graduate and submarine officer. Jake shares invaluable leadership tips learned from his experience in one of the most high-pressure environments—the military's submarine division.
As a submarine officer responsible for critical, life-altering decisions, Jake shares how decisiveness, honesty, and fostering team resilience are key to successful leadership.
He also explains how to build strong team dynamics, even in confined and high-stress settings, drawing clear parallels to leading a business.
The episode covers essential leadership topics such as creating a culture that embraces failure for growth, maintaining professional boundaries while being personable, and the importance of making decisions—even if they’re wrong.
Tune in to discover how lessons from military service can elevate your business leadership.
Key Takeaways
Intro (00:00)
Jake’s background in Naval service (02:36)
Leadership in high-stress environments (05:58)
Managing submarine operations (10:15)
Importance of honesty in leadership (15:30)
Making decisions under pressure (17:52)
Building a resilient team (21:18)
Balancing decisiveness with thoughtfulness (29:28)
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